Micah Aurand – An Unexpected Gift

Micah Aurand – An Unexpected Gift

Dear Family and Friends, Upon my return to the States, I spent the required two-week-long self-quarantine in my parents’ home just outside of Newton, Iowa. I am very happy to report that my family was willing to risk exposure if it meant having me home! This...
Micah Aurand – Rejoicing Over Them

Micah Aurand – Rejoicing Over Them

Hello Family and Friends! I’m writing from Haiti though I have recently had the pleasure of seeing some of you during my two week trip back to the States. My youngest brother just graduated from high school and I was happy to celebrate with him. The timing was perfect...
Love is Spelled B R A V E

Love is Spelled B R A V E

The words, “Fear not”, are said 365 times in the Scriptures. God asks us to be brave because He asks us to love. Loving people the way Jesus does takes courage. And loving with your whole heart is not for the faint of heart.  Click here to read Micah’s previous...
Sunday School Burritos

Sunday School Burritos

I used to love Sunday school as a kid. For two reasons, really. First because I really was that kid. You know, the know-it-all. I didn’t mean to be, but I loved learning and enjoyed being in an arena where I could show off because the Good Lord knows He didn’t make me...
The Purpose of a Nation

The Purpose of a Nation

Summer is still here (as always in Haiti!) and life marches on. Have the last few months flown by as quickly for you as they have for me? At one point, Many Hands had seven short-term mission teams in seven weeks. They came giving their time and resources to the...