Translating the Bible into a sign language is a much-needed ministry, as less than 5% of the Deaf worldwide have Scripture in their sign language. Due to the challenges associated with the Deaf learning to read spoken languages, reaching the Deaf with the Gospel is a substantial challenge. Through a video-recorded sign language Bible, the Deaf can finally begin to have Scripture in the language they understand best.
Juan & Audrey Parra are serving in Bogotá, Colombia, to support both local and global sign language Bible translation projects with the Global Sign Languages Team(GSLT). They are excited to work with God, and local Deaf teams in order to reach more Deaf communities with God’s Word.
Juan is serving in 3 administrative roles with the GSLT. His primary position is OTP Lead, where he onboards and trains new members to the GSLT both in person and remotely. His second role is the Security and Risk Management Coordinator for the entire GSLT. His third role is IT Support for the GSLT. On occasion, Juan also helps at the local deaf school in Bogota, teaching automotive science and anything else he can do to support the Deaf community with the giftings God has provided him.
Audrey has earned an MA in Linguistics and Exegesis, and her main role for now is ministering to their children, their son Lazarus and daughter Auvilee, who are accompanying them.
Would you spend time in prayer to consider helping reach the Deaf with the Word of God by partnering financially with Juan and Audrey?
Location
Americas, Global
Position
Juan: GSLT Onboarding and Training Program Lead, GSLT Security and Risk Management Coordinator, GSLT IT Support. Audrey: Stay at Home Mom
Children
Lazarus, Auvilee
Wycliffe Ministry Budget
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