Join Derek and Pastor Jared in their first-ever live podcastrecording with in-person guest, Linda Kurtz, the Executive Director of Hope and Care Outreach. In this episode, we delve into Linda's journey from her work as Missions Director at Faith Community Lutheran Church in Las Vegas to hertransformative experiences in Liberia. Linda shares the story of how the organization evolved to provide essential services such as education, medical care, and church planting for orphans and communities in Liberia. Discover theimpactful work being done https://www.hopeandcare.org/ and learn how you can get involved, whether through prayer,sponsorship, or personal participation. This episode is a testament to God's work through dedicated individuals and the power of sustainable missionpractices.

00:00 Introduction and Welcome

00:28 Meet Linda: A Heart for Mission Work

02:47 The Journey to Liberia

04:55 Building a Future: Schools and Clinics

07:23 Challenges and Triumphs

09:45 The Vision for Education

18:35 The Heart of Lutheran Education

24:58 Challenges in Medical Training and Equipment

28:06 Building Relationships and Trust in Missions

32:16 Empowering Local Communities

34:58 Supporting Orphans and Education

37:53 Tailor Shop Initiative for Sustainability

39:33 Spreading the Gospel through Medical Outreach

40:34 How to Support and Get Involved

44:48 Concluding Thoughts and Gratitude

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