Rachel Durban

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Rachel first visited Haiti in 2011 on a mission trip with Mission of Hope. She, like so many others, was captivated by what the Lord is doing through Mission of Hope and is passionate about others experiencing missions across the world.

What is your favorite travel memory?

Visiting my friends in the community of Leveque, a partner village we work in. Also, having the ability to serve on disaster relief trips in the south of Haiti after Hurricane Matthew hit is something I will remember forever. The resilience of the people of Haiti, and the hope they have in the Lord is beautiful.

How have you changed/grown since working for your current company?

I have experienced leadership growth and increased compassion since working at Mission of Hope. So many things I have seen in Haiti, the Dominican Republic, and neighboring islands who have experienced disaster have grown me in an understanding of how to respond to hurting people and share the love of Christ in words and action.

What is the best story you've heard from a return student?

I've seen students who experienced a life-changing week while serving on a mission trip who traveled back to their home with a renewed sense of purpose. I have seen a one week trip literally transform the next 51 weeks of a student's year.

Programs have been started, relationships mended, a vision given—mission trips have truly been a catalyst for life change for people.

If you could go on any program that your company offers, which one would you choose and why?

I personally love the mission trips and the medical mission trips. There is something refreshing about being in a different "normal" for a week. I also think helping end the current food crisis in Haiti by joining Team Hope is a wonderful program where you can provide a daily meal to a child for just $10/month. You can find out more at our website if you're interested.

What makes your company unique? When were you especially proud of your team?

I'm so proud to have a company that is bold in their faith in Christ, excellent in their work, and continuing to empower local leadership in each of the countries we serve. Mission of Hope is full of integrity, vision, passion, and honestly FUN.

Every day I am reminded that I am playing my part in a story much bigger than myself, and it is so worth it!

What do you believe to be the biggest factor in being a successful company?

From the beginning, Mission of Hope has focused on being an organization following Jesus Christ. I truly believe that is a distinguishing factor in our company and is a reason that we are willing to run hard after the vision of reaching every man, woman, and child.

Unity, integrity, vision, passion, hard-work, and friendship are present at Mission of Hope.