Amy Parker
Accounting and Communication
Looking back on how God brought me to serve with Empowering Lives International, I really do consider it a miracle. In 1996 my husband-to-be went on a short-term trip to Tanzania and Kenya through ELI. As Russ and I dated, we continued to keep in close touch with the ministry through their yearly banquets. In April of 2001 we attended an ELI banquet just two weeks before our wedding. Russ met with Don Rogers (Director of ELI) later in the week where, as a side note, he mentioned me, my work experience and expertise, and my desire to serve with ELI if any opportunity ever arose. On July 4th I received a phone call from Kenya – it was Don Rogers! One thing led to another, a position was offered, and after many weeks of praying and seeking God’s will, I joined ELI in August of 2001.I am blessed to serve ELI through a variety of roles. Currently I spend about half of my time processing and managing all of the accounting procedures for the organization. The remainder of my time is spent leading and developing our marketing and communication strategies. Through my previous roles, I know God was preparing me for this place. Every day as I work with the business side of ELI and provide support for our missionaries, I find joy knowing God truly handpicked me to serve in this way. As ELI continues to grow in ministry, the opportunities for me to serve within my passion seem to be endless! Thank you for your prayers and support as God continues to grow this ministry and this team.