WGM Student Involvement:  VERONICA
 

Member since (year joined): 2007

 Hometown: Santa Cruz, Bolivia

 Major: Elementary Education
 
 Countries visited: Bolivia, Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Japan, and Taiwan

 Position(s) held on cabinet: Prayer Coordinator

 Favorite Verse: I don't have one verse that is my favorite, but I have lots that I love that God has shown me at different times in my life. One that I have been trying to live out lately is 1st Thessalonians 5:16 "Be joyful always; pray continually; give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus."

 What did you want to be when you grew up?: A missionary wife and mother

 Why did you choose to be involved with WGM?: As a MK from WGM, it is home to me. I love what we do and the people, they are my family. I am also very interested in missions and this is a way to get involved and learn more about what is happening around the world.

 What "luxury item" do you take with you on any mission trip?: Humm... I don't know... deodorant maybe, in some places that may be considered a luxury item. =P

 What's the strangest thing you've eaten on the mission field?: Wow! this is a hard question, Lets see there is a lot:Tapir, Stingray, Monkey, Caimen, Eel, Snake, and lots more but the one that I have disliked the most would be Cow Udder.

 What words of advice would you give someone who is about to depart on their first missions experience?:  Get excited because God is going to show you some Amazing things. Be ready to be stretched, challenged, and changed. Go in with an attitude to serve God and love those who have contact with through Him. And be ready to have some FUN!