Global Partners
Elmbrook has a number of key global ministry partners which represent opportunities for Elmbrook people to serve others in places where there is significant spiritual and physical need. We do this together. We do this with the strength God provides. We do this sacrificially and as we do, we find ourselves being transformed as well.
GUATEMALA- POTTER’S HOUSE
Potter’s House is a Christ-centered ministry serving the poor scavenger families who live and work in and alongside the Guatemala City garbage dump. Potter’s House provides leadership training, educational programs, medical support, microenterprise programs and community development opportunities for scavenger families to help them transform their lives and their community. Elmbrook partners with Potter’s House through short-term mission trips that minister to the children and the Potter’s House staff. Elmbrook also provides resources to develop Potter’s House leadership and staff to minister more effectively within their organization and overall ministry.
If you are interested in getting involved with Potter’s House, contact Andrew 262.366.5782.
democratic republic of CONGO- Congo Initiative
Congo Initiative is a Christian non-profit organization that seeks to train and develop strong, indigenous Christian leaders who will transform their communities and nation, by modeling, nurturing and shaping authentic, redemptive learning communities in eastern Congo.
If you are interested in more information about how you can get involved with Congo Initiative, Contact Tom 262.754.1248
haiti – FRIENDS FOR HEALTH
The mission of Friends for Health is to improve the health status of the people in Haiti, through high-quality and compassionate health care that reflects God’s love and our faith in Jesus Christ. Elmbrook is partnering with Friends for Health to build a permanent clinic building located in the Grand’Anse region.
This partnership includes:
- sending short-term teams
- encouragement
- prayer and financial support.
Future Elmbrook teams will be comprised of individuals selected to fit the current work site needs and will be comprised of mixed ages (college through older adult), mixed skill/expertise level as appropriate and available.
If you are interested in being part of this initiative or joining a future team, contact Mary Ann 262.797.5758
Nicaragua- house of hope
House of Hope is a Christ-centered ministry serving women and young girls involved in prostitution in the city of Managua, Nicaragua. Through a holistic ministry including evangelism, discipleship, vocational training and micro-grants, the transforming love of Christ is shared with the women and young girls. House of Hope offers new pathways of hope and life that are a radical alternative to a life of prostitution and sexual slavery.
Elmbrook is developing ways to partner with House of Hope that include
- increased marketing of jewelry and craft items made by House of Hope women
- creating awareness of the horrible sex trafficking industry
- sending future ministry teams to assist in discipleship training, counseling, women’s health issues, facility expansion and vocational training
If you are interested in information about how you can get involved with House of Hope, contact Dave 262.227.2518.
