The Mustard Seed Blog
At Mustard Seed Communities, we say “thank you, Lord” a lot. We say that because there is so much to be grateful for! In our collection of stories from our homes across the world, you’ll meet children who have a reason to smile now, caregivers that pour out their hearts, and remarkable people on a mission to change the world. We hope that as you read our stories of transformation, that you will also find a reason to say, “thank you, Lord.”
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Where People and the Earth Thrive Together: Our Gardening Solutions for Sustainable Communities
Across Jamaica, we use sustainable agriculture to nourish both people and land. Residents help grow food that supports daily life, builds dignity, and cultivates hope.
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What We Carried Home: Four Lessons from Jacob’s Ladder
A week in Jamaica changed everything. For UMBC students, what began as a spring break trip became a lesson in simplicity, connection, and a kind of love that asks nothing in return.
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Mission Moments: Voices of Our Volunteers
A held hand, a shared smile, a moment of grace. Volunteers reflect on the Mission Moments that changed how they see the world.
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Seasons for Everything: Msgr. Gregory’s Lenten Reflection
What does it mean to trust that “there is a time for everything”? Msgr. Gregory’s Lenten reflection explores how sorrow, silence, and rebuilding draw us closer to Christ and reveal joy even in suffering.
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The Resilient Hearts and Minds Behind Our Work: Spotlight on Women at MSC
Celebrate the women leading with compassion at Mustard Seed Communities, whose care, expertise, and dedication transform lives around the world.
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