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Two Churches Converge On Dominick’s Hill
Jul 26, 2024 | By Mike Flickinger |
The year 2003 was pivotal as three separate leaders led two separate denominations on a single pilgrimage that changed the trajectory of Wonder Voyage. In this post, Michael Flickinger shares the story of how Molly Wren, Shane Small, and Georgia Small became Executive Director Shawn Small’s early support staff.
Celebrating John Spencer
Jul 17, 2024 | By Shawn Small |
John Spencer was part of Wonder Voyage before it was even a fully-formed organization. As we celebrate John’s birthday, Executive Director Shawn Small shares a excerpt from his memoir, “Into the Wonder” where he discusses that initial front-porch conversation.
The Expozure Years
Jul 12, 2024 | By Mike Flickinger |
This week, we look back on Expozure. This unique Survival-style weekend was born out of desperation, but ended up being a solid foundation of community building for Wonder Voyage.
Celebrating Mary Ann Connor
Jun 27, 2024 | By Shawn Small |
Today we celebrate Mary Ann Connor. Once the backbone of a successful youth ministry, we are glad she has found a home in our bowl of mixed nuts.
Shaking Against the Altar
Jun 14, 2024 | By Shawn Small |
Executive Director Shawn Small shares his prayer for release from Wonder Voyage in 2001. God’s answer to that prayer on a mountaintop in Wales solidified his calling that has carried Wonder Voyage through the last 25 years.
Celebrating Chris Larson
Jun 1, 2024 | By Shawn Small |
Today we celebrate Chris Larson and the defining characteristic that makes him a legacy in the Wonder Voyage community. His laugh.
A Pilgrim’s Journey: Why Pilgrimage Matters
May 24, 2024 | By Mike Flickinger |
In the second year of Wonder Voyage, Executive Director Shawn Small discovered the true meaning of pilgrimage. In this article, Michael Flickinger shares how Shawn’s experience carrying the cross through Africa impacted how he defined pilgrimage both for himself and the scores of people who have traveled with Wonder Voyage over the last 25 years.
Celebrating Colby Gardener
May 21, 2024 | By Shawn Small |
Today we celebrate Colby Gardener, one of the newest Wonder Voyage Guides. Executive Director Shawn Small describes him as the Huck Finn to his Tom Sawyer.
Celebrating Jason Wendel
May 20, 2024 | By Shawn Small |
As we celebrate Jason Wendel on his birthday, Executive Director Shawn Small reflects on some of their travel adventures. In November, this pair will join roughly 0.00005% of the human race as they accomplish a goal 30 years in the making!