Missionary Taesol Lee DONATE God came to me as someone who was living without knowing who God or Jesus was. He met with me, held my hand, and called me to be a missionary for North Korea. I thank God, who chose me before I was born on this earth and who called me as His child and as a missionary for North Korea. I’m a North Korean defector who moved to South Korea in 2016. During my defection process, I first heard the words "God" and "Jesus" in a Thai prison. At first, I thought God was just a myth or a legend, but after seeing the unwavering service of a Korean missionary for four months, I began to wonder about the God I saw who was working within the missionary's heart. This became the seed. However, after settling in Korea, I was attending church but living a life where I was drifting away from God and having my heart stolen and hurt by the world. My identity was shaken because of the misunderstandings and prejudices people had towards me and I blamed God for the layers of hardship that had come upon me, which resulted in me feeling resentful and crying out. Two years ago, I developed a brain tumor and was unable to find the strength or the reason to live. During this time, my pastor recommended that I go do a DTS (Discipleship Training School) at YWAM (Youth With A Mission) in Switzerland. Since I needed rest for health reasons and was grasping at any straw I could find, I ended up deciding to go to Lausanne, Switzerland. At this time, God answered my resentful prayers, allowing me to see how He had taken care of me, how much He loved me, and had been waiting for me to look to Him instead of the world. God also gave me the realization that I still have family and friends in North Korea, and that if I, who knows their pain and suffering better than anyone, do not pray for them, who then will pray for that place? Through this, I realized that my calling is for North Korean missions. ... After completing the DTS (Discipleship Training School, which runs for five months), DBS (Discipleship Bible School, which runs for three months), and MLD (Ministry Leadership Development, which runs for three months) here in Lausanne, I began serving as a staff member in March. Here is a brief introduction to my one-year life here at YWAM Lausanne: DTS (Discipleship Training School): This is an intensive discipleship training course that’s a foundational school at YWAM, to train students to become disciples of Christ through 12 weeks of lectures and 8 weeks of outreach. Through DTS, I had the privilege of having a deep encounter with God, and, through the outreach, I realized how valuable and gracious it is to live a life of sharing the Gospel. DBS (Discipleship Bible School): Through this 12-week course, we were taught to see and discover God's revelation through reading the living Word of God and how to draw closer and develop an intimate relationship with Him. During DBS, I was able to read through the entire Bible for the first time and meet with the God who came to us through our work, ministry, and the words of the Bible. During this time, I deeply realized that the path I must walk and live out is the path of following Jesus. MLD (Ministry Leadership Development): This 12-week school trained us on what we need to be prepared for to serve, that we need to humble ourselves and be like Jesus, who washed the disciples' feet, and learn how to be ministers who lead the little sheep to Jesus, the Good Shepherd. Through MLD, I realized how much I lack and need training to live as a Christian and missionary. Starting Ministry (DTS Staff): I’m currently in the process of preparing to serve the DTS that’s starting in early April which will be conducted in both Korean and English and will have around 50 students who will attend for a 6-month training journey. As this is my first ministry role, I have many shortcomings and am nervous. Still, I am preparing my body and mind in prayer to love each student more, remembering the staff members who have prayed for me and helped me to stand confidently before God. "Beware that you don't look down on any of these little ones. For I tell you that in heaven their angels are always in the presence of my heavenly Father." - Matthew 18:10 Although I know I am inadequate to be in this serving position, I hope to move forward by loving more and remembering all those who have been channels of God's love in my life, allowing me to be able to stand here today. I’m sure you’re asking ‘Why is he receiving training in Switzerland when his calling is for North Korean missions?’, so I will go ahead and answer that question. It was only after coming to Switzerland that I first realized there are so many people around the world who are praying for North Korea. I also realized that it was shameful for me to have tried to erase and hide the memory of being born there while I was living in South Korea. Since our church is putting a lot of effort into North Korean missions and because many missionaries around me are serving in missions for North Korea, I thought that missions only meant going to the mission field to serve, to North Korean defector schools, or to China for ministry. But I repented of this mindset and realized that what comes first is being trained to be ready to run whenever and wherever God calls me and to know His heart. Like Daniel, I pray daily, embracing North Korea in my heart, and partner with many friends around the world who also have a heart for North Korea. Through reading the Scriptures, I also realized that a lot of training and growth is needed before I can stand in that position. Just as God trained Abraham, Jacob, Joseph, Moses, and David for a long time before working through them, I discovered that this place is the training ground that God has prepared for me. Please pray that I may know God, know His will, and become one who resembles His character so that I can fulfill the role entrusted to me by God after being grown and trained. Prayer Requests: Please pray for my character. When I abide by grace and thanksgiving, I can love and serve others. But I am lacking, and I often forget to be gracious and thankful. As well as that, instead of God's character, I tend to treat people with my wounds, prejudices, and the instability that is deep within me. Please pray that I may abide in grace and approach each person with God's character, not my own inadequate character. Please pray that I do not become prideful. As the Scriptures say, the position of serving is not one of exaltation but of humility. Please pray that I may serve with humility. During the three months of reading the Bible, I seem to have made reading and knowing the Bible my idol because I did it more diligently than anyone else. Instead of letting the Word sink into my life to become more like Jesus, I found myself boasting and enjoying teaching. I repented a lot. Please pray that I may strive to serve with humility, not pride. Please pray for God's provision. There were many times when I looked at my bank balance and wanted to give up training and living a life of faith and just return to Korea to work. Although I had decided to live as a missionary after knowing God's love, I still would lose my heart to money. When I felt ashamed of myself for this, I realized through the book of Exodus that beautiful Switzerland is my "wilderness." Please pray and partner with me so that I may be thankful for being with God, remembering the grace He has given, and becoming someone who can pass through the "wilderness" journey steadfastly, believing that God will provide for us as our Provider. May God's grace be abundant in your every day. If you send me your prayer requests, I will pray for them with my prayer team. For those who want to share more detailed testimonies, ministries, and prayer requests, please message me and I will get in contact with you. Taesol Donate

Missionary Elijah Belay DONATE Hey! My name is Elijah Belay and I'm a missionary. I grew up going to Bethel Church in Redding, Ca, where I fell in love with the presence of God. I learned to follow and obey His voice and He took me to YWAM Kona where I got my calling to Missions. As I followed the Lord, He has developed a burning passion for me to see Gen Z and Alpha to be lit on FIRE for Jesus. God has also given me a heart for Estonia, to see revival sweep the country. Currently, ministry has looked like me driving around Northern California preaching the gospel and equipping the youth with tools for evangelism and hearing the Voice of God. God has spoken clearly through others and to me that I should go back to Kona in January and staff a Fire and Fragrance DTS. This would look like me doing a 3 month Leadership track, where I would be developed not only as a leader but also as a person. I will also be growing in intimacy with God. After these 3 months, I would go on to serve at the April school for Fire and Fragrance at YWAM Kona. To make all this possible I need to raise monthly support! Both finanically and in intercession. So if you feel lead to, links below! This will go to training me to be a missionary and fulfill the great commission, as well let me train others to be missionaries. Elijah Donate

Missionary Ravi & Angel Chintapalli DONATE We are Ravi and Angel, a family called into full-time ministry to serve God through worship, the Word, and discipleship. After 12+ years at IBM, Ravi stepped out in faith in 2024 to follow God’s call. Angel has been serving with Youth With A Mission since 2006, discipling and equipping young people. To raise a generation rooted in the Word, equipped through teaching, and alive in worship—carrying God’s presence to the nations. We focus on three core areas: Worship, Word & Teaching We believe true transformation happens when: • Worship ignites the heart • The Word anchors the life • Teaching builds spiritual maturity Our heart is to cultivate worship that is Spirit-led and grounded in Scripture—not performance, but presence. Discipling the Next Generation We are passionate about helping young people: • Discover their identity in Christ • Build strong biblical foundations • Grow in a personal relationship with Jesus • Live lives of purity, purpose, and bold faith We do this through discipleship, Bible teaching, and consistent life-on-life mentoring. Equipping & Mobilizing for Missions Through evangelism, training, and partnerships with local churches, we: • Equip young leaders in worship and the Word • Strengthen youth ministries • Mobilize young people to carry the Gospel locally and to the nations Our ministry is not event-focused—it is transformation-focused. We believe this calling is not meant to be carried alone—it is a shared mission. Prayer Support We deeply value prayer because it sustains everything we do. We need prayer for: • Spiritual strength and deeper intimacy with God • Wisdom and clarity in teaching and discipleship • Open doors to reach more young people • Protection, provision, and guidance as a family Financial Support As we have stepped out of a stable career into full-time ministry, we now depend on God’s provision through His people. Your financial partnership enables us to: • Invest time in discipling and mentoring youth • Travel for outreach, training, and mission work • Support ministry activities and resources • Pursue further equipping—such as our upcoming School of Biblical Studies (SBS) in Cambodia as a family Ravi and Angel Donate

Missionary Alyssa Farrell DONATE Hello there, friend! My name is Alyssa. I’m here as a living testimony of the power of our God who transforms lives. I used to be like a bird in a cage. Awash with fear, shame, and insecurities. Jesus unlocked me, filling me with belovedness, faith, and joy. In my FREE FLIGHT, I am a window for glory to shine through. I’m dedicating my life to discipleship. To fall more in love with the Savior and become more like Him. To walk alongside young people who will be sent out to disciple others. I am thrilled to partner with YWAM Denver in this. The heart of YWAM? To know God and make him known! We train young people and send them to the nations—sharing the light of Jesus. My life and ministry is fully funded by the generous gifts of people like you! Thank you for investing me. Abundant blessings and love, Alyssa Donate

MISSIONARY Melissa Porter DONATE Hello! My name is Melissa Porter and I am working with Radiant School of Ministry at Radiant Church in Kalamazoo, MI. Thank you for coming to my page to find out more about the important work that I am doing to equip believers to take their next step in ministry. Whether that is work in the local church, college campuses or out on the mission field they will learn how to practically take that next step. You may also give by check, if you like. Please make checks payable to "EquipNet" and make sure you include my account Equip3760 in the Memo Section on the face of your check. Please mail to: EquipNet, P.O. Box 860 Alamo, CA 94507 Donate

Missionary Mikayla Plett DONATE Hey hey, and thanks for checking out my page! I am Mikayla, and I am going to be attending Circuit Riders YWAM in Huntington Beach, California! This opportunity is the culmination of God speaking over a year and a half. I felt God calling me to YWAM in California after fasting one day. Four months after reaching out to the two bases in Los Angeles and hearing there are no schools for me to attend, I heard about Circuit Riders. I stumbled across them through a local young adults conference, and knew this was the opportunity for me. This school offers its students to pick a skill track, and one of the options is media! I am a photographer, and this made the school incredibly exciting for me. I went to write in my journal, and my last entry from a couple of months prior discussed how I felt God calling me to combine a number of things I was becoming drawn to - studying the Bible, photography, and having community with creative Christians. That’s when I knew that this school was where I needed to be. I will be spending two and a half months in Huntington Beach, California, then two and a half months doing outreach. As of now, we don’t have the locations for outreach yet, but there are options in the U.S., Europe, and South Africa. My choice will depend on the amount of money I am able to raise, and of course where God calls me. The school portion will generally be Biblical teaching and studies in morning, and photography/media projects in the afternoon. The outreach portion will be teams of students going on “tours” in school campuses all over the world putting on conferences and services to share Jesus with our generation using the skills we’ve learned at school. To attend this school and travel on outreach, I have a lofty fundraising goal to reach. - $700 USD housing deposit - $3,500 USD lecture fee - $2,000 USD outreach fee - $5,800 USD flights, food, transportation, etc. Total: $12,000 USD I am currently at almost 20% of my goal, and need 50% by September 1st, and 100% by October 1st! One-time donations are what’s needed the most right now, but if God is calling you to give monthly over the next 6 months to cover my food and transportation, this is also greatly appreciated! I am so grateful to all of those who have and continue to support me. Your support sows seeds into hearts of teenagers and young adults around the world. Your generosity in time, prayer, and funds makes you a part of this movement!! And whatever you do, in word or deed, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him. Colossians 3:17 Feel free to email me with any questions - heyhey@mikaylaleanne.com Mikayla Donate

Missionary Matheus Azevedo DONATE I’m Matheus Azevedo, a full-time missionary in Paris, France. Originally from Brazil, I’m called to share the Gospel through street evangelism, disciple new believers, and help train young missionaries with YWAM. My heart is to see revival in Paris, unity among churches, and lives transformed by Jesus. Paris influences the world, and I believe God is moving powerfully here. As a full-time missionary, I depend on prayer and financial partners. My current goal is to raise €800 per month to cover housing, food, transportation, and ministry outreach. I would love to invite you to join me in prayer and consider partnering financially. Together, we can be part of what God is doing in Paris. Donate

Missionary Audrey Kubis DONATE Hi friends, my name is Audrey Kubis. I am affiliated with a mission school called YWAM. It stands for Youth With A Mission and our goal is to know God and to make him known. A Little about me I am from Greensboro, North Carolina. In 2020 I started pursuing a degree in nutrition but the following year God gripped my heart for missions and what it would look like to wholeheartedly obey the call God has on my life. In 2022 I did a discipleship training school at YWAM and the growth I have had has been life changing. I had the opportunity to go on a South Africa tour for three months, sharing the gospel, serving and loving the people of each community. God revealed himself in a whole new way, I learned his character and his heart for the people around me. All this to say God has given me a huge heart for missions and I am excited to announce I am staffing at YWAM for the September school to reach the nations! I am expectant for what the Lord is going to do within me and the people around me. It is a true privilege to be able to walk beside students this fall, discipling them and allowing God to use me as his vessel! I am reaching out because I want to ask if you would be willing to partner with me as I take this next step. I am raising $12,000 in support funds to cover the next 9 months. These funds will cover my living expenses, outreach and flights. Not only do I need financial support but also prayer as I walk into this new season. I can not wait for this year and what the Lord has. I feel honored to be a part of the story God is writing at YWAM. Audrey Donate

Missionary Sedek Mwamba DONATE Welcome to My Ministry My name is Sedek Mwamba and I am humbled to serve as a missionary at YWAM Lusaka as a vessel for God's love and grace. As a missionary in ministry, I am passionate about spreading the Gospel and equipping others to live out their faith with purpose and passion. My Ministry At the heart of my ministry is a desire to preach the gospel Through specific activities, such as preaching, teaching, or community service, I seek to inspire and empower others to deepen their relationship with God and live out their faith in practical ways. My ministry is built on the principles of love, compassion, and service, and I am committed to sharing God's message of hope and redemption with a world in need. Join Me in Prayer and Support As I seek to fulfill God's call on my life, I invite you to join me in prayer and financial support. Your prayers will be a source of strength and encouragement, and your financial support will enable me to continue spreading the Gospel and serving others. Together, we can make a meaningful impact in the lives of those around us and bring glory to God. Together, Let's Make a Difference I believe that we are stronger together, and I am grateful for your consideration of supporting my ministry. Your partnership will help me to spread the gospel. Thank you for praying about and considering supporting my ministry. I look forward to working together to advance God's kingdom. May God bless you for your generosity and commitment to His work! Sedek Donate

Missionary Ellie Hoyt DONATE Hi! I’m Ellie Hoyt!! Since I was a little kid I have always wanted to spend my life working for the Kingdom of God in full time Ministry. While in high school I helped lead the Fellowship of Christian Athletes program. For the last three years I have had the privilege to work in full time ministry with the local church and with various ministries (such as Pulse Mpls and Rocketown in Nashville), as well as teaching Bible at a Christian High School. It is my honor and joy to live a life that amplifies the Gospel to all those around me. I am excited to say that I have decided to spend the next 6 months of my life getting equipped and then serving in the mission field. I will be heading to Kona, Hawaii with an organization known as Youth With A Mission this fall. YWAM exists to train and send the next generation of missionaries to the ends of the earth and I have the privilege of joining that venture! I will be attending the fall quarter of Endeavor where I will be a part of the Discipleship Training School, also known as DTS. DTS is a 6 month experience in which the first 3 months focus on knowing Jesus and growing in intimacy with Him, how to preach the Gospel and to pray for the nations. During this time, my heart’s cry is to grow deeper in my relationship with the Lord, sharpen my giftings and minister to the peers around me. The last 3 months of training are devoted to the nations. During that time I will have the opportunity to live in another country as a missionary and get to show the love and power of Jesus! For me to fully give myself to the training and equipping that I desire in this next season as I prepare to go to the nations, I am working to build a support team: a team of friends, such as yourself, who will stand with me in prayer and financial partnership as I labor in the mission field. Would you please prayerfully consider being a part of my ministry team? Romans 10:15 says, “And how are they to preach unless they are sent? As it is written, "How beautiful are the feet of those who preach the good news!” Feel free to reach out to me with any questions or to find out more about the program and my future plans. I look forward to talking with you! Ellie Donate