“You were meant for something bigger than Surrey.”
These were the words that haunted me almost nightly in 2009, until one night it was so strong I could not brush it off any longer. I called a friend who responded, with a twinkle in her eye, “Kayla! Missions!” Horrified, I explained how ridiculous it would be for me to get into missions; I was not a traveller, how could I go serve overseas and teach people about Jesus? I wasn’t educated enough; I didn’t grow up in the typical Christian culture, I never even went to youth group!
I quickly learned that God was bigger than my weak excuses and before I knew it, I was packed up and headed to Costa Rica (which I had never even heard of before the process had begun) on my very first missions trip. Almost immediately my heart was filled with a love for the nation; its people, language and the famous gallo pinto.
4 years and 3 trips later, I was overwhelmed by God’s faithfulness and the opportunities to return to the ‘pura vida’ lifestyle. I was excited to see what God has in store for me as I take on the role of Short Term Coordinator for Latin Link Costa Rica (a sister organization of LAM Canada).
I know that prayer and an obedient heart have been two key factors in the blessings I have received.
I am a missionary with LAM Canada, serving as the Short Term Coordinator for Latin Link in Costa Rica.
- For spiritual and physical protection, that I not be intimidated by spiritual warfare but instead would be empowered and unafraid to be present in the battle.
- For my improved Spanish comprehension.
- For healthy, uplifting relationships. I want to be a shining light and drench others in love. This is only possible if I am also nourished bypeople loving me.
