Arctic Barnabas Ministries

Arctic Barnabas Ministries Arctic Barnabas Ministries is a registered 501c3 Non-Profit, focusing on Pastoral Care support

Arctic Barnabas Ministries is a registered 501(c)3 non-denomiation Christian missionary non-profit. We operate our hangar and administrative offices out of Kenai, Alaska. Our mission work focuses on providing aviation & pastoral care supports tailored to the unique needs of pastor and missionary families who are serving in remote bush villages of the Arctic. If you are interested in learning more

about our missions work, organization or possibly joining us as a ministry partner please visit our website www.arcticbarnabas.org.

It was a blessing to have our winter intern, Noah, with us for two weeks in February. Much like the apostle Paul invited...
06/15/2026

It was a blessing to have our winter intern, Noah, with us for two weeks in February. Much like the apostle Paul invited young partners to join him in ministry, we value the opportunity each year to host an intern, and Noah was a joy to our team.

Noah jumped right in at the Arctic Barnabas hangar, helping install two massive ceiling fans. He also assisted with snow removal during a particularly snowy stretch. As Noah said, "Even though I was working, it felt like service and not work. I knew I was doing it to help further the name and glory of God."

Noah also joined us on two flights to remote bush villages to encourage ministry families, clearly demonstrating a God-given heart for people. With his great strength, he was a valuable teammate when the time came for hard work. We’re grateful for his time here and are praying that this experience helps guide his next steps after high school.

Noah shared, "In my short time there, I was shown how much God works through ABM and it was an eye-opener to see what ministry is like in Alaska. The staff at ABM deeply value not just the support, but the personal connection with these families, which is critical to properly supporting them."

If you would like info about internships with ABM, please email [email protected].

https://arcticbarnabas.org/newsletter/

Arctic Barnabas Ministries exists to personally strengthen and encourage pastor and ministry families so they can more e...
06/10/2026

Arctic Barnabas Ministries exists to personally strengthen and encourage pastor and ministry families so they can more effectively advance the Gospel of Jesus Christ in remote Alaska. Our vision is that every remote Alaskan village has a thriving Gospel presence!

One of the Ministry families we serve has a need we want to share with you. They have been waiting to build a home in the village where they serve, and have been delayed quite some time. This has taken a toll on their health and put a strain on their ministry.

They are stepping out in faith and have begun building a new home! They need both physical help and donations towards materials. If you would like to learn more about how you can help the Casey family, or how you can pray over their home project, check out their website at:

https://servinghim.home.blog/2026-house-building-project/

And if the Lord leads your heart, you can give towards their building fund by visiting this link and looking up Jon and MaryAnna Casey:

https://interactministries.org/give/give-us-missionary/

Becky and Dale reside in Alburtis, Pennsylvania. They have been married for 44 years and have 4 adult children. The Heff...
06/08/2026

Becky and Dale reside in Alburtis, Pennsylvania. They have been married for 44 years and have 4 adult children. The Heffner’s thoroughly enjoy spending as much time as possible with their 8 grandchildren. Two daughters and their families live on adjoining properties, in Alburtis. The youngest daughter and family live in Crown Point Indiana . Their son and family live in Wasilla, Alaska. Spending time between the families keeps them busy.

Dale has an undergraduate degree in petroleum engineering and an MBA. He has worked in the chemical industry for 47 years (and still counting). Dale also holds a master’s degree in rehabilitation counseling and continues to work as a certified counselor.

Becky holds a bachelor’s degree in early childhood education and was a certified teacher for grades K-6. She worked in education for 25 years in varying capacities. Her most cherished were with special needs children. Becky retired from Pennsylvania’s Parkland School District in 2023.

Dale and Becky both grew up in Christian homes. They are actively involved with the church, having served over the years as Sunday school teachers, youth group leaders, involved with Bible Studies, Work Camp Leadership, Building Committee, Nominations Committee Administrative Council and most recently senior’s groups.

Currently Becky and Dale are members of a new church plant near their home in Pennsylvania, Redeemer Bible Fellowship Church in Topton, Pennsylvania.



To learn more, or to partner in ministry with the Heffners, visit:
https://arcticbarnabas.org/team-members/dale-becky-heffner/

On Friday, May 22nd at 2pm we held a groundbreaking ceremony for the new home we are building at Light on the Hill Alask...
06/02/2026

On Friday, May 22nd at 2pm we held a groundbreaking ceremony for the new home we are building at Light on the Hill Alaska. Our Executive Director, Rob Bearden, shared a few words of encouragement, and our board chair, Kyle Foster, was in attendance. Our Associate Staff, Jim and Michelle Ely along with Bill and Susan Wilkinson, hosted the event.



We are approximately 75% of the way to our fundraising goal on our Homer Missionary Retreat! Read more here:

https://arcticbarnabasministries-bloom.kindful.com/?campaign=1372456

“It does fly after all,” I thought to myself, letting out a sigh of relief. I watched our Piper Aztec aircraft roar off ...
06/01/2026

“It does fly after all,” I thought to myself, letting out a sigh of relief. I watched our Piper Aztec aircraft roar off into the air; the golden evening sun gleaming off the wings. It was a long-awaited moment for me and the rest of the aviation team.

Our Aztec had not flown for three years, due to ongoing heavy maintenance. It had become our silent dusty nemesis lurking in the corner of the hangar. Every time we thought the aircraft was close to airworthy, a new issue seemed to arise.

However, the Lord was there in every step of the process. From finding rare parts that aren’t manufactured anymore, to passing Airworthiness Directives that could’ve cost ABM hundreds or thousands of dollars more than it did.

It is such a blessing to see the many hours of maintenance from volunteers, ABM candidates, and full-time staff come to fruition. The Aztec is currently sitting at another local aviation ministry, MARC, awaiting a brief Annual Inspection. A hopeful summer full of flying awaits this “ole bird” as we add it back to our fleet of airworthy aircraft. We are beyond excited to see how the Lord will continue to use it as a vital tool in the ministry of Arctic Barnabas Ministries!

https://arcticbarnabas.org/newsletter/

Greater love has no one than this, that someone lay down his life for his friends. John 15:13 ESVToday we remember and h...
05/25/2026

Greater love has no one than this, that someone lay down his life for his friends. John 15:13 ESV

Today we remember and honor those who laid their lives down in service of our country. Our office will be closed today in observance of this special day.

Join us in Praying for the team at ABM, and give thanks to the Lord for His goodness!"Let us then with confidence draw n...
05/18/2026

Join us in Praying for the team at ABM, and give thanks to the Lord for His goodness!

"Let us then with confidence draw near to the throne of grace, that we may receive mercy and find grace to help in time of need."
Hebrews 4:16 ESV



To read or subscribe visit: https://arcticbarnabas.org/newsletter/

On a recent trip back to the lower-48, a pastor asked me, "Which is worse: the cold or the dark?" My answer was immediat...
05/11/2026

On a recent trip back to the lower-48, a pastor asked me, "Which is worse: the cold or the dark?" My answer was immediate. The dark. You can always dress warm, sit by a fire, and drink a hot beverage to warm up, but you simply cannot recreate the power of the sun to truly drive out the darkness.

As I shared with him that the darkness was the harder element, the Lord made plain a spiritual truth. Only the light of Jesus drives out the darkness, and there is no substitute for Him. He is "...the light of the world" and those who follow Him do not walk in darkness but "...have the light of life." That is the sole reason we do what we do at Arctic Barnabas Ministries...to help advance the light of Christ.

Thank you for your part in that and we hope you enjoy this edition of The Arctic Encourager!
https://arcticbarnabas.org/newsletter/

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