Welcome

Meet the Tijstermans

Growing up in Houston, Texas, Emily gave her life to Christ at a young age. During her teenage years she participated in many mission trips, both in the US and internationally. She first came to Croatia in 2017 with a sports evangelism ministry, and went back again the next year. On this second trip, the… Continue reading Meet the Tijstermans

About the Ministry

We are called to serve in Sisak, Croatia, an area where we see the need for hope. Christ gives us hope that lasts for eternity and proclaiming His Good News is at the core of our ministry. Our ministry is two-fold. The first focus is on discipleship of current believers. We have partnered with a… Continue reading About the Ministry

Tending to Fruit

It is harvesting season in Croatia. Over the past several weeks I have been helping pick grapes, zucchini, tomatoes, blackberries, figs, and cabbage. I have spent hours juicing, canning, and freezing preparing this seasons fruit for the winter. I have learned that caring for fruit, even after it is ripe, is quite a task. People… Continue reading Tending to Fruit

Satisfied in Him

It has been a very long time since I have posted on my blog. I have many posts at different levels of completion sitting in my drafts, however none feel complete because I continue to work on them as I learn. Since I have moved to Croatia, I feel like I have learned a lot… Continue reading Satisfied in Him