“There’s no way to sugarcoat this, becoming a missionary involves great sacrifice.”
Nicholas A Higgins
WHO IS NICHOLAS A HIGGINS?
Nicholas A. Higgins is a musician, writer, and Catholic missionary. He is originally from Florida and currently lives in Baltimore, Maryland, where he works as a Spanish & Theology teacher at an all-boys Catholic high school. Nicholas frequently visits Honduras to serve with his mission community, the Missioners of Christ. He has also produced several creative projects based on his time on mission in Honduras including his children’s book, “The Campesino’s Dream”, which is about a young man who grew up in a village in Honduras. He is also releasing his debut album “Fireheart” this March and will be going on tour this June, sharing his original Christian songs inspired by his time in Honduras. Contact Nicholas at nahiggins@gmail.com to have him share his original music at your church or lead a worship service in English or Spanish. His books or music can be purchased at www.nicholashiggins.com. If you are interested in a mission trip to Honduras, apply at www.missionersofchrist.org
In this episode, Pamela talks to Nicholas A. Higgins about Becoming a missionary. He explains: -What does missionary work involve? -How did you decide to do missionary work and how do people find a group that they can volunteer with? -How can it enrich you spiritually? -What are the challenges of being a missionary? -What about financial provisions during the time you’re volunteering?
Do You Want to Become a missionary?
I reached out to Nicholas during December and he was kind enough to respond and record on the 1st of January. Surprisingly, I happened to stumble on his website while I was looking for someone else. It’s so amazing how God leads us.
I have been looking to talk about missionary work last year. Nicholas who has been doing this for 15 years breaks down the process, the financials and the way God has turned his life around. I like how in retrospect you can see how God has steered him down a path after he answered God’s call. Is God calling you to missionary work? Do you feel a tug on your heart to go to the poorest people to evangelize. Nicholas is quick to point out that it’s not easy and becoming a missionary is a lot of sacrifice. He lays out the challenges and the spiritual benefits.
Even if you are unable to go physcially, can you pray for the missionaries everywhere who are brave and open to God’s call. Can you support them financially? Think about it as you plan the new year and think about your own ministry.
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