Carroll Bishop - Original Co-founder of the James Project

Summary In this episode, Carroll Bishop shares her journey of faith and her work at the James Project of Latin America in Guatemala. She discusses her background, including her upbringing in Montana and her conversion to Christianity. Carroll explains how she felt called to missionary work and the challenges she faced in moving to Guatemala. She also shares the story of how the James Project was founded and the various roles she has had within the organization. Throughout her journey, Carroll emphasizes the importance of faith, relying on God's guidance, and finding encouragement from others. Carroll Bishop shares her journey of discovering her calling to help others in Guatemala. She discusses providing counseling and support to girls in need, opening her home for Bible study and hosting visitors, and her involvement in prayer and ministry. Carroll also talks about the sacrifices and adjustments she made in moving to Guatemala and the support she received from her family and friends. She shares stories of the impact the James Project has had on the lives of children and team members. Carroll concludes by offering advice for those feeling called to serve and emphasizing the importance of obedience and faithfulness. Takeaways Faith can lead to unexpected and fulfilling paths in life. Stepping out in faith often requires leaving behind comfort and security. Challenges and doubts are normal, but relying on God's guidance and seeking support from others can help overcome them. Finding a community of like-minded individuals can provide encouragement and strength in pursuing God's calling. Discovering and following your calling can lead to a fulfilling life of service. Support from family and friends is crucial when making sacrifices and adjustments to pursue your calling. Small acts of kindness and love can have a significant impact on the lives of others. Trusting in God's plan and being obedient to His calling can lead to unexpected blessings and life-changing experiences. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 01:32 Discovering Faith and Leaving the Catholic Church 04:25 Finding a New Church and Developing a Relationship with God 05:35 Feeling Called to Missionary Work 08:01 Moving to Guatemala and Starting Work at the Missionary School 10:09 Involvement in Community Service and Ministry 13:39 Challenges of Living in Guatemala 16:25 Starting the James Project of Latin America 20:54 Overcoming Doubt and Stepping Out in Faith 29:06 Finding Courage and Encouragement 37:14 Roles and Ministry at the James Project 42:41 Discovering a Calling to Help Others 43:37 Providing Counseling and Support 44:33 Opening Home for Bible Study and Hosting Visitors 45:53 Involvement in Prayer and Ministry 46:49 Sacrifices and Adjustments in Moving to Guatemala 49:04 Support from Family and Friends 49:53 Impacting the Lives of Children in the Project 51:11 Trusting God's Plan for the Children's Future 51:49 Facing Fears and Overcoming Challenges 58:09 Formation of Teams and Ministry Expansion 01:03:56 Life-Changing Experiences for Team Members 01:07:28 Handing Off the Leadership to Bryon and Tiffany 01:15:20 Choosing to Stay in Guatemala 01:17:26 Advice for Those Feeling Called to Serve