During my final year at high school in November 1980, I met a pastor who convinced me to follow Christ …
Call to Ministry Story
Trust That the Turtles Are There
In each position I have been able to serve more, love more, give more, and grow more. This is my call.
Called into Ministry
The woman started making declarations saying, “I see the call of God upon your life … “
Never Too Young for God
God told me, “This is where I want you; this is where you will raise your family. This is where you belong.”
Called to Hope
After 20 years of pastoral service, is it surprising that the Salvatori family is answering the call to serve in the Dominican Republic as missionaries? At this time, it is the training, education, and pastoral ministry experience that will be central to our role as missionaries. Bold Hope International has invited us to join their team in the Dominican Republic in three main areas: Development, Pastoral Training, and Advocacy.
Faith that is Worth Everything
The first conviction I remember dawning on me as a believer was that being a follower of Jesus was the most important thing in life. That was a significant paradigm shift for me. I can recall it occurring to me that if this faith was worth anything, it must be worth everything.
Provoked by God
I thank God for His faithfulness and love as God waits for my response to His calling.
Called To Care, Sent To Serve
I knew God was sending me, and I knew that wherever He sent me, He would also be with me, as He always has been.
A Village Boy was Chosen
It sounds like I should already be retired by now but God still gives me the grace to be part of His story.
Water the Seed
The adults in my life did not plant the seed. Rather, I believe God had planted it there and entrusted my community to water it and give it a chance to grow.
Finding the God of Justice: My Spiritual Journey
At the tender age of 22, I found myself ushered into a version of the gospel I still find appealing.
Listening for God’s Purpose
“Michael, until you stop telling God what you’re going to do and start listening for God to tell you what to do, you’re never going to understand God’s purpose for your life.”
A Hunger for God’s Word
I did not have a vision. I did not hear a voice. In fact, the further along I went, the more obstacles showed up as well as unexpected curves.