As we look back at the months since the end of summer, our hearts are full of gratitude. We have been blessed to see God opening doors, providing in unexpected ways, and allowing us to witness the fruit of many prayers. There is so much to share, so...
As those of us here in Santiago look back on this summer, we are filled with gratitude for all that God has done through the many people who came alongside us to serve here in the Dominican Republic. Over the course of nine weeks, we welcomed 15 short-term...
Two Weeks in the Dominican Republic Our Global Bridge students arrived in Santiago on August 20 and have officially been in the Dominican Republic for two weeks! While their time here is just beginning, these first few weeks have already been filled with new experiences, opportunities to serve,...
A Summer Full of Answered Prayers When we sent our last newsletter, we were right in the middle of our summer outreach season. Now that our summer teams have officially wrapped up, we are so excited to share with you how this season came to an end—and, most of...
Today’s blog is a reflection from Eric Miller as he prepares to transition in the coming months from his role as Field Director in Jarabacoa, Dominican Republic, into a new position with Students International in Tennessee. Looking back on nearly fifteen years of ministry, Eric shares how God’s...
A Dominican Republic Mission Trip Can Change More Than You Expect Some of the most meaningful moments on a mission trip don’t happen during a planned activity—they happen through conversations, shared meals, laughter with children, and friendships that cross cultures. A Dominican Republic mission trip with Students International...
Our Appropriate Technology site has had a big month here in Santiago! Here are two exciting things we want to highlight and share with you: 1. After 11 years of hard work in the Appropriate Technology site, our site leader, Alex, completed building his 400th water filter! Once...
After eight months of being here with us, our Global Bridge students left on May 6th. Looking back over the time they spent here, we are so incredibly proud of each and every one of them. When they first arrived in August, they were so eager to learn...
I was introduced to Students International through my youth pastor when I went on a short-term one-week mission trip to Jarabacoa. As a senior in high school at the time, this trip was more than just a mission trip for me. It was an answer to prayer. It...
This spring we had four teams join us in Santiago. Seventy-four people who sacrificed their time, fundraised, and poured their heart out serving the community as well as our staff. Despite early mornings and some late nights, they gave it their all and their energy was contagious. Whether...
