If you would have asked me five years ago what I think I would be doing now, it wouldn’t be this. I’ve had the incredible opportunity to be the hands and feet of Jesus for twenty months in fourteen different countries. After two World Races, I have found myself back in the states still being a missionary but in a different capacity. I’m no longer being sent, but I’m the one equipping and supporting those who are.
I returned home from my second World Race on May 16th. Then, after spending two months with friends and family in Iowa, I moved to Gainesville, GA to continue my journey with Adventures In Missions! I’ve been here for three weeks, and I already love it! For the first eleven, jam-packed days, I had the opportunity to train Gap D, one of the next three Squads of Gap Year Racers that will be launching in September! It was days full of hiking, praying, worshiping, deep conversations, and pouring into Gap D Squad as they prepare to hit the missions field. I’m so proud of them, their desire to know the Father’s heart, their eagerness to learn, and their passion to reach the nations.
Gap D!
Even though I won’t be traveling with them, I still have the opportunity to be a part of their journey in my new position as a Squad Administrator at Adventures In Missions. Right now, I have three Squads that I’ll be supporting as their Squad Administrator:
- 1. The aforementioned Gap D: They are going to three countries in nine months (#3n9). They’ll be in Thailand for three months, South Africa for three months, and Nicaragua for three months!
- V Squad: They are going to eleven countries in eleven months (#11n11). Their Route is unique in the fact that they’ll be doing ministry in countries only in Asia! They’ll go to China, Mongolia, Japan, Nepal, India, Malaysia, Thailand, Cambodia, Vietnam, the Philippines, and Indonesia.
- Z Squad: They, too, are going to eleven countries in eleven months (#11n11). They’ll be doing ministry in Uganda, Rwanda, Ethiopia, India, Nepal, Cambodia, Thailand, Malaysia, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua.
As a Squad Administrator, I’ll be doing a number of things. If you want more details on the position, let me know. I’d be happy to explain more fully in a personal conversation. For now, here is a brief summary of what I’m doing:
Each of the Squads I’ll be working for will have logistic leaders, team treasurers, and finance coordinators. First and foremost, I’ll be building relationships with these individuals to be an encouragement and support to them. I’ll be the main point of contact between them and Adventures In Missions to ensure that they are practicing proper financial processes on the field. I’ll drive the process for planning Squad Debriefs and also help with travel days and visa obtainment. I’ll be setting up team budgets, reviewing all receipts that come in from the field, monitoring all Visa card usage, and assisting with any financial and logistical issues that they encounter. I’ll also have opportunities to visit them on the field! In a nut shell, I have the privilege of helping the Squads and their leaders be good stewards of the resources that God has given them.
In order for me to make this happen for these Squads, I need your help. I’m looking for people who want to be a part of what God is doing, not only in the nations, but in the lives of the young people who are going out to bring the Kingdom to them. It’s the support of people like YOU that allows me to be a stateside missionary who supports the foreign missionaries we send into the world.
As a Squad Administrator, I need to raise $1,000 per month.
Would you consider being a monthly financial supporter? Even $10 per month goes a long way! If you’re interested and want more information, e-mail me (clayholst@adventures.org) or call me (563-340-4861). I’d love to connect with you! If you are wanting to start your giving now, you can make it happen one of two ways:
- By clicking on the Support Me tab on the left hand side of the screen in the menu. From there, it will give you directions on how to give a one-time donation or start a monthly donation.
- You can send checks to my personal mailing address, and I will take care of it from there! My address is 1051 Park Hill Drive, Gainesville, GA 30501.
If you are unable to support me financially or feel that this isn’t where the Lord is calling you to give, I understand! Support through prayer and encouragement is just as necessary! No matter how you decide to support me, I am grateful.
Again, if you have any questions, comments, or concerns, don’t hesitate to reach out.
Thank you, and God bless!
