TCE 1 between the classes

TCE 1 between the classes

Posted by Ashley Hoover

Between all the learning we had opportunities to put into practice the ministry. The center we held classes in is a ministry itself to children in the neighborhood so we got to help them after school when the children came to hang out. Here are some of the things we did.

Pool was the favorite break time activity among the TCE 1 students and there were many close games.

These guys are deep in discussion about the bumper pool game. They were really good at it!

A couple of the boys that came.

This is my little mexican buddy. He invited me to join their "mexican group" at school, I had to decline that one.

We had a devotional for the kids each day as well, here they are singing a song.

Games outside were a lot of fun. For Ultimate Frisbee someone suggested kids vs. teachers...being taller doesn't really help that much when you're outnumbered like 7 to 1. It was so much fun though.

A relay type game.

A Fooseball match. I never won any of those.

This guy is teaching me how to play Bumper Pool. The only catch...he got "unlimited redo's" and me? Well, "you only get one." Needless to say I never won any of those games either. ;)

I loved spending time with these kids. They all had so much going on in their lives it was nice to spend a few hours with them every day for a week. I pray God will use our time with them in a positive way and continue to use the people there at the center that minister to them so they will come to know Him as thier Savior.

Teaching Children Effectively Level 1

Teaching Children Effectively Level 1

Posted by Ashley Hoover

Like I promised, here is a glimpse of the TCE 1 course I helped teach a couple weeks ago. We had I think 7 students and they all did a great job!

Learning about links.

The students give it a try.

Success! Well done you guys.

A couple students practicing the Wordless Book. Most of our students have been to Christian Youth in Action several years so this was easy for them.

They all studied very hard and it showed in thier practicums.

Lunch time! The cooks did a fabulous job and we sure didn't go hungry! Thanks ladies!

We had some fun with some extra workshop times. One thing we covered was High Octane/review games. Everyone loves parachutes right?

Singing songs.

We also had a Gospel Handpainting workshop. I think everyone enjoyed it and even grown ups like to color.

During the demo club they had a "special missionary guest" come share...guess what I talked about? ;) Somehow I missed the memo that I was supposed to do that for the club but it all worked out, I never have nothing to say about Honduras.

There's a small look into TCE 1. The training went very well, thank you so much for your prayers and I look forward to seeing what God does through each of the students as they share the Gospel with children this summer and beyond.

CEF National Conference

CEF National Conference

Posted by Ashley Hoover

I know I promised an update on how TCE 1 went and I will tell you all about it really soon. This week I am attending the CEF National Conference and didn't have a chance to get photos of TCE 1 before I left so I will do that as soon as I get back. But, the conference is going well and there have been some good speakers that have challenged us not only in ministry but in our own spiritual lives as well. I would appreciate prayer for safe travel as I drive back home Friday and Saturday.

Upcoming week

Upcoming week

Posted by Ashley Hoover

I would appreciate your prayers as I help teach a Teaching Children Effectively Level 1 course May 9-15. This is a 30 hour course designed to help children's workers be more effective in thier teaching. Among other things, the students will learn how to plan a Bible lesson from scratch, incorporate the Gospel in every aspect of teaching (Bible lessons, songs, memory verses, etc), learn how to counsel children and be evaluated in their practical application of the things learned through in class and out of class practicums. Keep the students in your prayers as it is a fairly intense week of study and learning. Pray for:

• Receptive minds for the material being taught.


• Diligent study time.


• A new vision to reach the children in thier communities with the Gospel.

Pray for the us as instructors to:

• Have wisdom and discernment in teaching.


• Clearly explain each topic.


• Have a servant heart to help the students reach thier absolute best potential during the course so they can build upon what they learn in thier own ministries.

For everyone, we need strength equal to our tasks this week. We know God will do a great work in equipping more laborers for the harvest field, but it will not come without challenge. Thank you for your prayers as they are what will make a difference this week in the battle for children.

For more informaion on TCE Level 1 or other courses offered by CEF, click here.

The End of the Beginning

The End of the Beginning

Posted by Ashley Hoover

“Now this is not the end. It is not even the beginning of the end. But it is, perhaps, the end of the beginning.” - Winston Churchill

A classmate used this quote from Winston Churchill as he gave his testimony at our graduation from the Children’s Ministries Institute. He reminded us that while the “beginning” of ministry preparation at CMI might be over, we are really just getting started in the battle for children that will count for eternity.
As I thought about this, I realized that in many ways the beginning is at an end for me. Time I’ve spent in training, raising support and other requirements to begin ministry in Honduras is almost over. Soon I will begin internship which is no longer the beginning but essentially what I have worked so hard to get to. It excites me and makes me nervous at the same time. God has been so faithful each step of the way. Only in Him could I have reached the end of the beginning.