Go Deaf Missions

Go Deaf Missions Partnering with pastors, churches, and individuals to carry the Gospel to the Deaf worldwide. Pray about whether God would have you to join our team.
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After eights years of missions service and seventeen years in the pastorate, we are now taking the gospel to the deaf of the world. We will work with established missionaries to help them reach the deaf of their communities. We envision a team mission that travels from country to country reaching the deaf and training others to do the same. Independent Fundamental Baptist

Working under:
Baptist International Outreach
P.O. Box 587
Jefferson City, TN 37760
904.352,1292

05/31/2026

Today I spent the day visiting my mother and step father. When I come to Florida there are usually a few things they need my help with or projects. One of the projects we worked on today was moving the fish into a new fish pond. My oldest daughter helped as we leveled the new pond, filled it with water, cleaned the stones and moved the fish to their new home.

It was a challenge as we tried to catch 13 fish in a murky pond. Every time you had one in the net, it would escape and swim away, darting deaper into the water. They were use to the environment. They were comfortable in that little pond.

We wanted to put them in a larger pond with clean water and new rocks, where they could thrive and grow, but they fought to stay in that old murky pond water. Eventually we got them all moved, along with a few tadpoles. We watched them for a while as they checked out the new environment and look forward to seeing how they do.

God has plans for us. He wants us to thrive, but many times we want to stay in our comfort zone - because we are used to it - even if it prevents us from growing.

Isaiah 55:8-9 (KJV) For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways, saith the LORD.
For as the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways, and my thoughts than your thoughts.

Remember what seems difficult, uncomfortable, or confusing to us may be exactly what God knows is best for us to thrive.

~ Jeremy

05/30/2026

Anna and I have had a blessed time at Victory Baptist Church’s camp meeting, in Owenton, Kentucky. When I first arrived in the US last year, this was the first event I attended, and it was a lovely opportunity to reflect on how God has blessed this last year. We were blessed by the preaching, music, fellowship, hospitality, friendship and love shown to us as missionaries. I was given an opportunity to share my testimony, and appreciated the support shown to me and the encouragement along the way with my continuing deputation.

~ Marie

05/29/2026

Marie and I have had a profitable week at camp meeting. I am thankful for the good preaching and fellowship with friends new and old. God is good.

~ Anna

05/28/2026

"Praise ye the LORD: for it is good to sing praises unto our God; for it is pleasant; and praise is comely." - Psalm 147:1

~John

You've heard of "a stick in the mud," but yesterday I was a stuck in the mud! Yesterday Marie and I drove to Kentucky fo...
05/26/2026

You've heard of "a stick in the mud," but yesterday I was a stuck in the mud!

Yesterday Marie and I drove to Kentucky for a camp meeting. It was raining last week, making the parking area in the grass very muddy, but I didn't know that until it was too late. I don't know if it counts as "going mudding" when it was unintentional, but I feel like I should be allowed to say that I went mudding for the first time, considering all the mud I collected. I greatly appreciate the men at Victory Independent Baptist Church who pushed us out of the mud and gave us a ride down the hill in an off-roading vehicle to keep us from getting ourselves muddy, too.

Do not worry, the mud problem was solved by gravel spread around this morning. It reminds me of a verse:

Psalm 40:2 KJV — He brought me up also out of an horrible pit, out of the miry clay, and set my feet upon a rock, and established my goings.

~ Anna

05/23/2026

What a wonderful few weeks it has been in Germany! We have been so blessed and encouraged during our time here as we have gotten to visit with precious friends, mentors, and prayer warriors who have walked along this journey toward missions with us the past few years. We had some sickness sprinkled into the trip, unfortunately, but over all, God showed up, as only He does, and there really aren't words for how good He is and how He has blessed us.

We are on our way back to the states now. We started our journey Thursday, but due to some unforseen delays, layovers, etc., we have found ourselves grounded in the U.K. for a short time. Despite the delays, we welcomed the rest and showers after the lengthy trip (14 hrs in the airport + another 4-5 hours delayed in another.) Miah has handled it all wonderfully which has been a tremendous answer to prayer, as such long travel and significant change of routine can be quite hard on little ones.

We are going to miss Germany and our precious friends/family there, but we are looking forward to getting to spend a little time with our stateside family before heading to Tennessee for missions training a little later in June.

We are coming away from this time feeling so incredibly encouraged and just amazed at God and how He works in our lives. He truly does work ALL things together for good, and as I sit here this morning, I am just in awe of how He has called us - all of us - to His purpose.

~ Shamberly

It was sure fun to capture these shots today! We had a little excursion to Silver Springs State Park and to a nearby re...
05/22/2026

It was sure fun to capture these shots today! We had a little excursion to Silver Springs State Park and to a nearby retreat center where the Go Team will be helping at deaf camp this summer. Amanda loved this hulled out tree that she could squeeze herself into. I loved all the smiles and laughter that came with it.!

~Tricia

Yesterday was my one year anniversary in the States, and I have been reflecting on that this past week. Before I left Au...
05/22/2026

Yesterday was my one year anniversary in the States, and I have been reflecting on that this past week. Before I left Australia, I was aware of many of the significant changes I would be experiencing, and it was scary, and so hard to leave my family and close friends behind. God has taken me on a journey of growing faith and trust in Him, an increasing awareness of His love, care, and comfort for me, and patience as I learn to rest in His grace each day. I am so thankful for His help as I have stepped out of my comfort zone in many ways in serving Him, and for the love and care shown to me by many church folk here in the US. It is a blessing to have the peace of knowing I am in His will - even on the far side of the world.

~ Marie

05/21/2026

.Adopted Into Love

Today, eleven years ago, in China, David was adopted into our family. It was a moment that changed everything—not just for him, but for us. Adoption is more than paperwork or travel; it is the intentional choosing of a child, bringing them into a family, giving them a name, a place, and a future.

As I reflect on that day, I’m reminded of a deeper truth in my own life.

When I received Jesus as my Savior, I was adopted into God’s family.

The Bible says in Ephesians 1:5 (KJV):
“Having predestinated us unto the adoption of children by Jesus Christ to himself, according to the good pleasure of his will.”

Just as David did nothing to earn his place in our family, I did nothing to earn my place in God’s. It was His love that initiated it. His grace that made it possible.

Adoption means belonging.

David didn’t have to wonder if he was part of our family after that day—he was ours. In the same way, I don’t have to question whether I belong to God. Through Christ, I am His. Fully. Permanently. Lovingly.

Adoption also means identity.

David received our name and became part of our story. And in Christ, I received a new identity—not defined by my past, but by God’s love and purpose for me.

And adoption means security.

Just as we would never abandon David, God promises never to leave or forsake His children. His commitment is perfect, unbreakable, and eternal.

Today, as I remember David’s adoption, I celebrate more than a family milestone—I celebrate the day God made me His own.

Reflection:
Have you embraced what it truly means to be adopted into God’s family—not just forgiven, but chosen, loved, and secure?

Prayer:
Father, thank You for choosing me and adopting me into Your family through Jesus. Help me to live each day rooted in that identity—secure in Your love, confident in my belonging, and grateful for Your grace. Amen

~John

05/20/2026

These many months on end taking care of Amanda have not lacked at all in difficulty. Many times I have cried out to the Lord in fear and confusion, and many times when I should have I either didn't know what to say, or I fell asleep trying to get it said. There are late nights, early mornings and lots of interruptions in between. All day, every day, I guess and second guess every choice from what to eat, to what to wear, to what to give her to help her recover. Too often, I forget important little details and feel guilty for the error. A hundred thousand doctors would probably scoff at our choice to switch to holistic medicine, and personally, I have had my doubts sometimes, too.

Although this has been a long, hard journey, I promised the Lord I would use it to praise him. Even in the the greatest of trials, God is present. When I can't see his purpose, He is still present. When I can't hear his voice, He is still ever present.

Last week, a pastor gave us an update on a young lady who last year was having symptoms similar to Amanda's. Earlier this week, she slipped into a coma. My heart breaks for this girl and her family, but at the same time how can I not rejoice to see how God has worked Amanda's body to bring her healing?

Today we swam in our little backyard pool, and Amanda had a blast. She jumped, and laughed, and swam. A year ago, she didn't have enough energy to lift a spoon to her mouth. We are not all the way there yet, but slowly but surely she is getting better.

I am so thankful God has preserved Amanda's life and health. I love the closeness of taking care of her but want so much for her to be well. Knowing about the other girl showed me how much God has done for us. I bless His name!

- Tricia

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