Coram Deo Outreach

06/04/2026

🎟️ Reserve your free tickets here:

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We’re excited to share this opportunity from one of our local outreach partners, Lives of Legacy.

Join us for An Evening of Hope on June 14 from 4:00–6:30 PM at Coram Deo Bible Church. The evening will feature guest speaker Katherine Wolf, author, advocate, and co-founder of Hope Heals. After surviving a near-fatal brainstem stroke at age 26, Katherine has become a powerful voice of hope, faith, and perseverance.

Guests will enjoy heavy appetizers, dessert, a silent auction, giveaways, and the opportunity to learn more about the ministry and impact of Lives of Legacy.

We hope you'll consider attending and supporting this important work in our community.

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05/12/2026

This past weekend, our team was challenged to think more deeply about what it means to live as Global Christians.

We spent time walking through the story of Scripture, from Genesis to Revelation, and seeing how God’s heart for the nations is woven through every page. His mission has always been global.

We also learned about world religions, cultural differences, and the realities of taking the Gospel to people from every tribe, tongue, and nation. Through cultural simulations, conversations, and direct interaction with other cultures, we were reminded that missions is not just for “some people,” it is the calling of every believer.

The Great Commission is not a suggestion, it is our assignment.

Praying this weekend continues to shape our hearts and deepen our burden for the lost, both across the street and around the world.

05/12/2026

A huge thank you to all of our Coram Deo Students who volunteered tonight at the Hope at the BRICK House fundraiser at Pizza Ranch.

Your willingness to serve, give your time, and represent Christ with joy and humility made a real difference. Nights like this are a reminder that ministry often looks like simple, faithful service, showing up, helping others, and loving people well.

Thank you for serving so well and for helping support the important work happening through Hope at the Brick House. Proud of each of you!

04/21/2026

We have a great opportunity to come alongside Hope at the BRICK House at their upcoming Pizza Ranch Community Impact Night, and we’d love to have you serve with us!

We’re looking for 8 volunteers for each of the two shifts to help make the evening run smoothly. Our team will be serving and busing tables, helping create a welcoming experience for everyone who comes through.

Monday, May 11th

Shift 2: 6:00–7:30 PM
Shift 3: 7:00–8:30 PM

This is a simple, tangible way to support a ministry doing meaningful work in our community while connecting with people over a shared meal.

If you’re available and willing to jump in, email or message Luke at [email protected] to sign up.

Let’s show up well and serve with joy.

03/02/2026

**If you are picking up your loved ones from the QC airport, 10:30pm will be the pickup time.**

Travel Day Home 🇬🇹✈️🇺🇸

Today was our travel day back to the States. After a late night, we were thankful to sleep in a bit before loading up the vans one final time and heading to Pollo Campero for breakfast. We are definitely going to miss having black beans and fresh corn tortillas with just about every meal.

From there we made our way to the airport and said our goodbyes. A heartfelt thank you to Hugo, Leah, Edgar, Juan, and the entire Impact Ministries staff who work tirelessly behind the scenes to make these visits meaningful and life changing. Your friendship, service, and faithfulness mean more to us than words can express.

Travel home went smoothly with an easy check in, lunch at the airport, a great flight to Atlanta, a quick transition through customs, and a safe return back to the Quad Cities.

Our hearts are full and our eyes are open. The Lord is at work all around the world, and our time in this life is short.

The question we return home with is simple:

What will you do with the life God has given you?

Thank you for praying for us throughout this journey, be sure to get in on our next trip!

03/01/2026

Day 10 in Guatemala 🇬🇹

This morning began with a beautiful sunrise in Antigua and breakfast together at a local coffee shop, Fernando’s. We enjoyed wonderful coffee, breakfast, and fellowship in the courtyard, along with the opportunity to bring home some of their freshly roasted coffee and handmade chocolates.

After breakfast, we met up with our guide, Carlos, who led us through Antigua as we toured historic churches and ancient ruins. For the first time, our group was able to climb onto the roof of one of the churches, giving us incredible views of the city. Along the way, we also visited a chocolate factory and a jade workshop.

Carlos holds a special place in our hearts. Four years ago, while guiding one of our teams, he gave his life to Christ during a tour. Since then, his life has been completely transformed, and it has been a joy to see him faithfully following Jesus today.

After saying goodbye to Carlos, we stopped for lunch at what may be one of the most unique McDonald’s locations anywhere, set at the base of a volcano with a beautiful outdoor courtyard. The afternoon included time in the local market where team members bargained for textiles, crafts, and keepsakes to bring home.

We also want to give a special thank you to Hugo, Leah, and Juan, who are instrumental in leading groups, coordinating travel, translating, and faithfully walking alongside us throughout the trip. Your servant hearts and friendship mean more to us than words can express. And to Luke and Erin, you have become more than partners in ministry. You are family to us.

Later, we traveled back to Guatemala City, shared dinner together, and settled in at SETECA Seminary for our final night. We closed the evening with our last team debrief, reflecting on what the Lord has been teaching each of us and discussing practical steps for how we will live differently when we return home.

Tomorrow we head back to the United States. It has been an incredible trip, one that has shaped our hearts and will continue to impact our lives long after we leave Guatemala.

02/28/2026

Day 9 in Guatemala 🇬🇹

Today marked our final day in Tactic and our last morning staying at the ministry center. After breakfast, we packed our luggage, cleaned the guesthouse, and prepared sack lunches for the journey ahead. We then said our goodbyes to the many friends who faithfully serve there.

A special thank you to Ruben and Martha Swatzky, our gracious hosts. Your hard work, kindness, and servant hearts are a blessing to everyone who comes through the ministry center. You reflect Christ clearly in both your actions and your words, and we are deeply grateful.

After time spent sharing and saying farewell, we began the 138 mile journey to Antigua. Because of mountain terrain and traffic, the drive stretched into an eight hour adventure. When we finally arrived, we checked into Hotel Posada Los Bucaros and enjoyed dinner together at La Hamburguesa Gigante.

We finished the evening with a light walking tour through the streets of Antigua before turning in for the night. After a full week of ministry, we are thankful for this time to rest and reflect, and we are looking forward to what tomorrow brings.

02/27/2026

Day 8 in Guatemala 🇬🇹

This morning we returned to one of the Vida schools for a time of devotion and worship with the students. They welcomed us with incredible warmth and enthusiasm as we prayed together, worshiped together, and simply enjoyed time in fellowship. One of our team members also had the special opportunity to meet her newly sponsored child for the first time.

Afterward, we made several more home visits before returning to our ministry base for lunch. In the afternoon, we headed back to the school where we have been hosting VBS throughout the week and wrapped up our final day with crafts, games, and plenty of laughter.

The day ended with a friendly soccer match between our team and the school teachers. The final score may still be debated, but everyone agreed it was a great time.

Tonight we shared a meal with the teachers, spent time playing games, sharing testimonies, and encouraging one another. Several of our team members had the opportunity to speak words of encouragement and faith to the teachers who faithfully serve here each day.

This marks our final day of ministry in this area. Tomorrow we will travel to Antigua for a few days of rest after a full and meaningful eight days of serving. Thank you for continuing to pray for our team as we reflect on all the Lord has done.

02/26/2026

Worshiping with the students this morning…

02/26/2026

What a welcome!