“Everything” in the DR

This time here in the Dominican has been such an amazing time. I never knew how much of an eye opener it would be for me. Saturday, we walked around the streets inviting people to come join us for a service (which is more like a party) outside of the church. It was a blast! The party started off with …

I’m Being Transformed

by Kerstin, Access participant This has been a life transforming trip for me already. It is still changing me constantly. From day one, I’ve met inspiring people, but most importantly, I met God. Being here in the Dominican Republic has been sort of a cultural shock for me. The people here are so nice, so friendly and so open. Their …

Here and Now

by Albert, Access participant What I have seen today I will carry with me forever. We went to the village of Guerra. It was unlike anything I have ever experienced. The houses were very small compared to what we have in America. Most of them had tin or metal roofs. There were little clusters of houses and then we walked …

Bienvenidos a la Dominicana!

After a long day of travel we made it to the DR. Everyone is healthy and having a great time. And one thing we have learned – when the Dominicans say it’s hot… it’s hot! We’re looking forward to the next 10 days of working with impoverished kids and reaching out to people in the streets of Santo Domingo.

The Start of My Journey…

by Anna, Access participant These past for days have been enlightening. There are so many people here who have inspired me to reconnect with God. My religious background is not very strong, but what I am experiencing now is so much different–better than anything I have ever experienced. Having a relationship with God was a foreign concept to me, and …