When my husband Bryan and I first stumbled across the idea of a family closet—one dedicated space where laundry is washed, dried, folded, ironed if needed, and hung right back up—we looked at each other and said, almost in unison, “That’s brilliant.” The mental picture was irresistible: no more baskets of clean clothes migrating from room to room, no more… Read more →
As we approach another Christmas season here at Missionary Acres, I find myself reflecting on how our large family’s holiday traditions have evolved since we moved away from our extended family back in Washington State. Answering God’s call to serve Him full-time in Southeast Missouri has meant saying goodbye to some of the extended-family gatherings we once cherished, but it’s… Read more →
At Missionary Acres, the summer sun brings more than warmth—it brings the vibrant energy of teen volunteer groups whose faith and enthusiasm light up our community. These young people, alongside their dedicated adult leaders, have poured their hearts into serving our residents, leaving a lasting impact on our grounds and in our hearts. Their contributions remind us of the power… Read more →
At Missionary Acres, community is at the heart of everything we do. Living among retired missionaries, pastors, and career Christian workers, our large family has been blessed to witness and participate in the vibrant fellowship fostered by the Missionary Acres Residents Association (MARA). Almost every month, MARA organizes events that bring residents, staff, and volunteers together to share laughter, stories,… Read more →
Wondering how to write a missionary prayer letter? These tips can help you stay in touch with your prayer partners. Read more →
Are you planning a mission trip to Missionary Acres? This guide covers some simple logistics to help you better understand how to prepare for your visit. We’ll look at travel, accommodations, food, and other essentials to help make your trip successful. But first, thank you for your willingness to serve at Missionary Acres! Your time and effort will significantly bless… Read more →
One of the most common questions we get asked is: is retirement in the Bible? Let’s look at this question in more detail to find the answer. Hopefully, by the time you reach the end of the post, you’ll agree that retirement is in the Bible. And you’ll learn more about the financial state of pastors in the United States.… Read more →
Wondering what it really means to support a missionary? You’re in the right place! For centuries, missionaries have dedicated their lives to spreading the gospel around the world. They’ve left their homes, families, and comfort zones to bring the message of hope to those who have never heard. And then after faithfully serving for decades, some of them moved to… Read more →
If you’re planning a missionary trip to Missionary Acres, you might wonder what else you can do while you’re in the area. Here are some of our family’s favorite things to do near Silva, Missouri. But first, let’s set the stage! What Is Missionary Acres? Missionary Acres is a retirement community for missionaries, pastors, and career Christian workers. The staff… Read more →
Wondering about how to make a missionary prayer card or looking for missionary prayer card examples? You’re in the right spot! Since 2018 when we first went to Candidate Seminar with Baptist Mid-Missions, we’ve had to create a whopping four iterations of our missionary prayer card. And no, most missionaries don’t go through prayer cards that quickly. But it seems… Read more →