Category Archives: Medical Missions Outreach
SEEING CLEARLY — May-July 2026 Prayer Letter
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Dear Praying Friends & Family,
Thank you for faithfully praying for our family and ministry. Every church, family, and individual who partners with us has a part in what God is doing here in Colombia. We are continually reminded that we could not do this without you.
Reaching The Next Generation
At the end of June, 50 teenagers from our four churches gathered for youth camp. We were blessed to have my longtime friend, David Gates, preach throughout the weekend. The Lord worked in hearts, and eight young people made professions of faith in Christ! Please pray as our churches follow up with these teens and help them grow as disciples.
Meeting Physical & Spiritual Needs
In July, we partnered once again with Medical Missions Outreach to host a four-day optical clinic. This was the fifth group we’ve hosted! During the week, 1,039 people received free eye exams and prescription glasses, and every patient heard a personal presentation of the Gospel. We rejoice that 152 people trusted Christ as Savior! Please pray for wisdom as we follow up and seek to connect these new believers with faithful local churches. If you’d like to be a part of a future MMO trip, check out their website: medical-outreach.com.
God Continues To Provide
The past few months have brought several unexpected challenges. At the end of July, Aubrie and our daughters made an emergency trip to the United States to be with her grandmother during her final days. At the same time, we’ve faced vehicle repairs, ministry equipment needs, camp expenses, and the continued impact of a much weaker U.S. dollar here in Colombia. The emergency fund God allowed us to build over the years has definitely been put to the test! That said, the Lord has faithfully supplied every need, often in ways only He could. We continue to stand in awe of His goodness and provision.
Thank You!
Thank you to the many churches and individuals who have already transitioned your support from MWBM to our sending church, Lighthouse Baptist Church. Your continued partnership is a tremendous encouragement to our family.
If you would like to begin supporting our ministry—or simply need the updated giving information—support may be sent to:
Aaron Vance c/o LBC
329 Harmony Church Rd
Dawsonville, GA 30534
Please make checks payable to Lighthouse Baptist Church, with “A. Vance” in the memo. Online giving is available at: lighthouse-baptist.com/our-missionaries/. Feel free to reach out if you have any issues or questions.
Thank you for praying, giving, and faithfully holding the ropes as we continue serving Christ in Colombia.
With Love & Gratitude,
Aaron & Aubrie Vance
(Along with Amira, Anabel, Aris, Alethea, & Alexander!)
“But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus.”
—Philippians 4:19—
Thousands Served, and Hundreds Saved! — June 2023 Prayer Letter
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Dear Praying Friends & Family,
It has been a very busy season here in Colombia, and God continues to do amazing things! Hundreds of people have come to know and believe the Gospel in the last few months. Thank you for praying for us and for supporting us financially to be able to serve on the mission field.
Addition & Multiplication
Our primary church, Ágape Baptist Church, has continued to grow immensely. We added an extra Sunday morning service two months ago to accommodate the new people. Our weekly attendance is now over 240 individuals each Sunday! Besides the new attendance highs, we’re even more excited about people getting saved, baptized, discipled, and added to our church. We hold a “Faithful Men” meeting every Monday for men who feel a call toward ministry. The name of this meeting is based on 2 Timothy 2:2. It is one of my favorite times of the week, as I meet with 20-25 men hungry to grow spiritually and serve the Lord Jesus. Pray for them as they prepare to follow God’s leading, and as they teach others also.
Special Guests From The USA
In June, we enjoyed a refreshing visit with a group from First Baptist Church in Ashland, Ohio. Over a week, they helped us distribute many thousands of Gospel tracts! The group saw our city’s need and some ministries and churches God has allowed us to start here over the years. We put Pastor Stollings to work preaching and teaching six times! We also enjoyed having a young man named Samuel with us for three weeks. He is praying about being a missionary and even considering Colombia. Pray that God would direct his steps.
Huge Outreach Effort
At the end of June, we also hosted a group of 27 volunteers from Medical Missions Outreach to offer a vision clinic to our community. The devil fought tirelessly, and he did his best to stop everything. However, we still helped over 1,500 people with glasses. Each person heard the Gospel one-on-one, and we praise the Lord for at least 290 professions of faith! Each number represents a person, a soul whom the Lord loves. We are already looking forward to MMO’s return in August of 2024.
Almost to the Goal!
We’re inching closer to being able to purchase our current rented facility. Out of the initial $200,000 goal, thanks to many of you, we are only lacking around $30,000! Would you consider helping us reach this goal in the next few months? Every little bit helps! For those wondering, our next stage would be to also purchase the empty lot behind our church and expand our auditorium and classroom space in God’s timing and according to his will.
Family Funnies
A friend recently told Alethea (5 years old) that her shoes were on the wrong feet, and her big sister Aris (8 years old) said they’re always on the wrong feet because she’s left-handed.
With Love in Christ Jesus,
Aaron & Aubrie Vance
(Along with the girls: Amira, Anabel, Aris & Alethea)
“I thank my God upon every remembrance of you, Always in every prayer of mine for you all making request with joy, For your fellowship in the gospel from the first day until now;”
—Philippians 1:3-5—
Many in Colombia long for a political reformation. Protests and marches are common. But what Colombia needs is a spiritual awakening! We get to be a part. 
We added another 20 adults and their families to church membership in June! I love to see how Christ builds his church. 
With the pastor and mission team from First Baptist Church, Ashland, Ohio 
Part of the 1,500 people we served from the community with free glasses and the Gospel. 
Some of the 100 volunteers from our churches and some of the MMO volunteers. What a great group God! 
My girls got to serve all week alongside wonderful MMO volunteers like Mrs. Yvonne. 
Aubrie and I just celebrated 14 years of marriage. It has been quite a crazy ride, but I am so thankful we get to do this life together! 
The Vance Family 
