Lindsay Blake
When Adalee first heard about Christ For the City International’s Global Ambassador program, she knew it was the right next step. Having grown up connected to CFCI—her parents serve with the ministry, and she herself is involved with Urban Plunge—Adalee longed to serve on a mission trip that went deeper than just one week. The Global Ambassador program offered exactly that.
Her time in El Salvador can be summed up in one word: life-changing.
Each day began early, often before sunrise, as she and her teammate walked to the nearby school or headed out to other ministry projects. Whether teaching, serving alongside local leaders, or helping at the church, Adalee found joy in the rhythms of daily mission life.
“Lunch was always cooked for us and never fell short of delicious,” she remembers.
Evenings ended with family calls, shared meals, and an early bedtime to prepare for another full day of service.
But what stood out most weren’t the routines—it was the relationships. Two second-grade girls at the school ran to hug Adalee and her teammate every chance they got.
“Those hugs were some of my favorite parts of the day,” she shared.
Through this season, Adalee discovered newfound confidence in living independently and gained clarity on the path God is leading her into. She also witnessed the contagious joy of children who, despite difficult circumstances, overflowed with laughter, play, and love.
Her advice for anyone considering becoming a Global Ambassador?
- Go with a friend—sharing the experience makes it even more meaningful.
- Be flexible—plans will change, and that’s part of the adventure.
- Don’t let language be a barrier—sometimes love is best spoken through actions.
When asked if she would go again, her response was immediate: “YES! I know that I will be going again and that I’m called to the nations. This is only the beginning of the plans the Lord has for me.”
