Compass Ministries

10/09/2026

Closing the series today, we have the pleasure of introducing the remaining member of the Women's Residential Discipleship team.

As the Spiritual Director, Vivian has an interest in how the residents relate with God and how their rearing experience abroad influences their outlook in life. She walks alongside each resident, and she helps them set goals, provides cross-cultural transition resources, and seeks to encourage the residents to dive deep and invest in these areas of their lives during their time in the program.

Vivian takes on this role with a strong desire to help the residents achieve the goals they set for themselves and lead them toward renewal and healing with her gentle spirit, curiosity, tenderness, and respect for the residents, similar to a shepherd.

You may learn more about Vivian by reading her bios in the pictures.

With Vivian being the cherry on top of the Women's Residential Discipleship Program team introduction, we are truly blessed by God for providing us with a dream team!

This amazing team is available to have informational conversations and answer any questions you may have about the program. If you know of any missionary families or women missionary kids who are relocating to the U.S. and are looking for their next step, consider sharing our program with them and send them our website for more information and to apply.

www.compass-ministries.net/program

10/02/2026

Today, we take time to introduce a vital part of the Women's Residential Discipleship Program team. An-Chi is in contact with the residents on a daily basis, setting a standard for community life within the residence and acting as a model for how to lead a Spirit-filled life.

As the House Manager, An-Chi is tasked with a multitude of things, including planning bonding activities, leading house meetings, and providing peer support. Applying facets attained during her English Education studies, she rallies behind the Spiritual Director, and together they continue to develop the programs' curriculum to provide excellent care, population-specific training, and preparation for independent living.

Without missing a beat, An-Chi charges forward with unwavering dedication and a diligent tenacity to accomplish all that is before her. She is an indispensable asset to the team, and her caring heart is inspiring.

Learn more about An-Chi by reading her bio on the pics.

If you know an ATCK/MK 18+ woman who is looking for their next step, feel free to share this with them. For more information and to apply, click the link below.

https://www.compass-ministries.net/program

10/02/2026

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09/25/2026

In the coming weeks, we will introduce the caring team that is involved with overseeing our Women's Residential Discipleship Program. They are essential to making the residents feel welcome, loved, cared for, that they belong, and aiding them in reaching the goals they have set for themselves.

Starting with Amanda, as Compass Ministries' Clinical Director and Licensed Mental Health Counselor, she works closely with the team and provides the residents with top-tier support and mental health counseling. Amanda is a part of the interview process during the intake and evaluation upon acceptance to the program. She carries her duties with compassion and a heart that fears God.

All in all, Amanda is a key member of the Ruth House team and provides invaluable insight. We are so grateful to have her on the team! Learn more about Amanda by reading her bio in the pictures.

If you know an ATCK/MK 18+ woman who is looking for their next step, feel free to contact share this with them. For more information and to apply, visit our website below.

https://www.compass-ministries.net/program

09/22/2026

At some point in many missionary journeys, strength is no longer enough. Discover why whole-person care matters for exhausted workers, struggling couples, and families re-entrying home in our new post by Roni Lacuesta. Read the full piece and find resources to support you or your team: https://wix.to/T1lKJPw

The Case for Whole Person CareBy Roni Lacuesta, Executive Director At some point in many missionary journeys, strength is no longer enough.The missionary who has spent years serving faithfully discovers that exhaustion has settled deeper than sleep can fix. The couple who once shared a clear sense o...

09/18/2026

Take A Sneak Peek of What A Week at Our Residential Discipleship Program Might Look Like.

Devotional time, Bible Study with +Compass Home group, Women's fellowship, going to church, work, relationships, church life, chores, and community outings are examples of experiences residents may partake in while in the program and as part of the community. The program staff is ready to walk alongside them during the ups and downs of cross-cultural transition and life adjustments.

Share this video with a 18+ third culture kids/missionary kids women looking for their next step and who may benefit from being a part of a residential discipleship program surrounded by a supportive community.

For more information and to apply, visit: https://www.compass-ministries.net/program

09/11/2026

Hear from our founder, Cindy, how her passion for helping Missionaries and Missionary Kids (MKs) started from a young age, how the Lord gave her the ability and means to care for them, and how He honored her desire to work with this people group. We all at Compass can take part in this fulfilling work because Cindy followed the dream God gave her. Thank you, Cindy!

If you know missionary families in the Tampa area that are looking for community or missionary kids who need cross-culturally sensitive people to walk alongside them, encourage them to reach out. We are here for them!

www.compass-ministries.net

09/05/2026

We at Compass welcome to our community those who have lived abroad and are dealing with adverse effects of entering into American Culture. We embrace and walk beside them, whether it be inside the Ruth House or future Timothy House, as a part of our +Compass Homegroup, or the overarching community.

To apply for the residential program visit our website linked below.

https://www.compass-ministries.net/program

09/01/2026

A few weeks into Abbie's time at Ruth House, she gave us an interview about her life in Cameroon, the challenges and joys of living in the United States as a Missionary Kid, and detailed a little bit about how her time at the house had been.

Several years later, after finishing her time at the discipleship program, she has recounted how impactful that time had been. Read below:

"When I started at the Ruth House, I wasn’t great with tense emotional situations, grocery shopping on a budget, or adulting in general. During my time there, I learned how to deal with moments of difficult emotions and situations in a healthy way. This enabled me to help my friends when they are having a hard time dealing with personal, emotional issues. While at the Ruth house, I practiced how to plan for nutritious and filling meals while on a budget. My time at the Ruth house kicked off a period of mental and emotional maturity, and I continue to learn and grow with the +Compass Homegroup."

If you know of any female Third Culture Kids who are planning to come to the States and need a place to receive support and guidance for their journey, please reach out to us. We would love to connect!

For more information about the residential programs and to apply, visit the link below.

https://www.compass-ministries.net/program