For my interview today, I had the privlage of interviewing Ruth Clark. She is a missionary to the Philippines. I think you will be very interested in hearing what she has to say. When you are done checking out the interview, why not check out her web page?
How and when did you first feel called into missions?
I first felt called into missions at the age of twelve. I had listened to missionaries in church, even some boring one, but still God placed a desire on my heart to want to be a missionary. Then at Lost Valley Camp at the age of 15 God confirmed to me at an alter service one evening I was to be a missionary. Since that evening at the alter I followed God’s leading in my life. First on short term AIM trips (two to Europe, then on to NCU) and then on a MAPS trip to the Philippines.
How did you know what country God was calling you to?
I did not have a particular call to a certain place just that the Philippines opened to me. I dint even know where the Philippines was on the map. When I was first going I had to get out the map and see where it was.
What is your favorite thing about being a missionary?
My favorite thing about being a missionary is that it is never the same. God opens doors you never think or dream about. I love meeting so many different people and seeing God work and move in their lives.
What has been the most difficult thing you have experienced on the mission field?
When I first went to the Philippines we did not have the communication like we do now. We seldom heard what was happening back in the US or around the world. Calling our families was $6 a minute so that didn’t happen. Much. It took a month or so to get mail from the US. At this time it was hard just because we couldn’t keep up with our families. I am so thankful things are different now.
How has Speed the Light affected your ministry?
I thank all the Michigan Youth for my Honda CRV the past 9 years. It was a blessing to me and so many others.
If you could give any advice to today’s youth, what advice would you give?
My advice to Youth would be to seek God and listen to Him. Expose yourself to many different people who know God. Like listen to guest missionaries, evangelists etc. Though these people God can speak to your heart about what he wants for your life. Be willing to serve in various ministries in the church. Even in areas you feel you may not be good. God can teach you many things and valuable lessons as you open yourself to Him.
Is there anything we can pray with you about?
Pray with me for funds for a new STL vehicle in summer of 2010. My old care was sold this year.
Pray with me for funds and people to open a Children’s Dream Center in Cebu, Philippines in late 2010.
Is there anything else you would like to share with us?
If you would like more information please visit my website. There is also a video to view.
By the way, if you ever have any additional questions about each missionary, please leave a comment. I would love to either follow up on the question, or put you in touch with the missionary personally. Also, many of these missionaries are on facebook. So go search for them on facebook and add them as your friends. Facebook is a great way of letting them know you are praying for them!
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