Let me preface this by saying that I’m about to tell you about not only what I view as my most important missionary work, but also what… Read more “Rabies Vaccinations and Full Full Hearts”
Author: savannahblanco1995
DOCAT: What to do? (And what I’m doing NOW!)
Hi, I’m Savannah, a Roman Catholic, foreign, lay, missionary, living in the Philippine Islands. I am living out the Great Commission of Christ in a literal way.… Read more “DOCAT: What to do? (And what I’m doing NOW!)”
The Transformative Power of Love
I’ve been putting off writing this blog for far too long now. I was sure I would not have the words to truly express my feelings on… Read more “The Transformative Power of Love”
A Better Home for the Cebu-an Family
This is Jing Jing Cebu-an, a friend who is very near to my heart. As a missionary, she was the first really impoverished person I ever visited.… Read more “A Better Home for the Cebu-an Family”
Monticarlo Family Update
As many of you may remember, I wrote a blog post a while back about a family called the Monticarlos. Since my first post, I received a… Read more “Monticarlo Family Update”
Kid’s Ministry in the Philippines
I believe one can learn the most about the Kingdom of Heaven from children, and this fact has only been made more and more clear to me… Read more “Kid’s Ministry in the Philippines”
A Beautiful Soul
I want to share the story of the woman who has touched me most in missions. Her name is Nay Nay Ludi. Her formal name is Ludivinia… Read more “A Beautiful Soul”
The Lie We all Believe
“You are altogether beautiful, my love; there is no flaw in you.” Song of Solomon 4:7 I’ve spent so much of my life concerned about beauty, and… Read more “The Lie We all Believe”
Poor People Are Real
“Eat your peas, theres starving kids in Africa!” You’ve heard this at least once in your life. Maybe you’ve even said it to your kids. I know… Read more “Poor People Are Real”
Home for the Montecarlo Family
This is the Montecarlo Family. The Leanos (FMC missionary family in Malaybalay) were first introduced to Jonathan Montecarco, a 25 year old man who was very sick… Read more “Home for the Montecarlo Family”