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Coffee, Sheep Vandals, And Connection For A Lifetime
Feb 21, 2024 | By Jamie A Richardson |
Kelly and Susan Curry of An Tobar Nua in Galway, Ireland share about their connection with Wonder Voyage and how a practical joke led to decades-long story that is now local lore.
The Meaning Behind The Name: Why Wonder Voyage?
Feb 2, 2024 | By Shawn Small |
Wonder Voyage Executive Director Shawn Small shares how Wonder Voyage got its name.
Celebrating Ken Janke
Jan 19, 2024 | By Shawn Small |
As part of our 25th anniversary celebration, Executive Director Shawn Small will share a unique story about each staffer and leader on their birthday. First up: Culinary Pilgrim and Wonder Voyage Founding Father, Ken Janke.
Through the Door: A Look Back At Wonder Voyage’s First Year
Jan 5, 2024 | By Mike Flickinger |
Mike Flickinger starts off our 25th anniversary celebration with a little history lesson about how Wonder Voyage got started.
A Teen’s Reflection on New Orleans
Oct 13, 2023 | By Guest |
Jeffery Link is an 8th grader who attends Irving Bible Church. He shares his experience on his first mission trip. The people of New Orleans made a lasting impression on him.
“Belize-ing” in something more: A pilgrim’s reflection
Sep 8, 2023 | By Guest |
A J2A pilgrim, Riley Nee, shares her life-changing experience in Belize.
Wonder Moment: The Chairousel at the Chairy Orchard
May 19, 2023 | By Molly Wren |
Senior Voyage Coordinator Molly Wren reflects on the wonder she discovered at a folk art landmark in Denton, Texas called “The Chairy Orchard.” Wonder, it seems, can be found in the most unexpected of places.
A Note Of Thanks And Gratitude To End 2022
Dec 30, 2022 | By Shawn Small |
In November, Executive Director Shawn Small traveled to Honduras with his son, Antonio. He left in awe of God’s wonder in their lives and a reflection on a year when this organization shouldn’t have survived.
Wonder Voyage’s Top 5 Christmas Movies
Dec 16, 2022 | By Jamie A Richardson |
We count down Wonder Voyage’s Top 5 Christmas movies, complete with why they top the lists of Georgia Small, Eric Neubauer, Michael Flickinger, Chris Larson, and Molly Wren. Did your favorite show make the cut?