Elsie and I just returned from a memorable three-week ministry trip to St. Lucia and Carriacou, and we wanted to share some highlights—and a few stories—with you.
Over 21 days, we did a series of meetings in two churches in St. Lucia and one in Carriacou, sharing what we believe is a timely word for the Caribbean: the Father-heart of God.
Our messages focused on:
God as a Loving Father
Living from our Identity as Sons and Daughters
Keys to Healthy Relationships
The Nurturing Heart of God (with Elsie delivering this beautifully)
We saw the Holy Spirit move in gentle but unmistakable ways. Elsie ministered prophetically with clarity and compassion, and several people received words that brought healing and hope. Others were physically healed as we prayed for a fresh filling of the Father’s love and the Holy Spirit. No theatrics—just God being Himself.
We also ended up befriending and ministering to several staff members at our guesthouse. One woman expressed a desire to be baptized! You never know who God is reaching while you’re just trying to find your breakfast.
Our style—more relational and conversational —was different from what the churches are used to. At first, there were cautious stares. Once people sensed the Spirit moving, walls came down. There’s a deep weariness in many places from striving and legalism, and we sensed God lifting that burden as we preached on our full acceptance in Christ.Â
Carriacou, in particular, touched us deeply. The island is still recovering from being in the eye of Hurricane Beryl, which struck last July. Every building was affected. For example, an elderly woman from the church is still living in a shed on a relative’s property, waiting for resources to rebuild. It was heartbreaking.
Yet amid that hardship, we saw joy break through. By the final service, the atmosphere had changed—lighter, freer, full of hope. We were hugged A LOT (mostly Elsie, though I didn’t get away completely).
A quick word about Elsie: Even with physical limitations from her injury last summer, she carried the heart of God into every room we entered. She ministered with strength, grace, and the quiet authority of someone who knows the Father’s heart.
To all of you who prayed for us, supported us financially, or simply checked in—thank you. You were part of every breakthrough. We felt your prayers, and we saw the fruit.
Please continue to pray for the churches in both islands as they process what God began. There’s still much healing ahead—but we’re confident the Father is near.
