by Rebecca Allup-Carlen and Ethan Fillinger Jairo de Jesús Romero Serpa resides in Magdalena, Santa Marta, with his wife and three children. Jairo has dealt with major challenges in his life, specifically the loss of a child during the pandemic. Despite the hardships of life, he remains positive and grateful for the changes faith has … Read more
by Ethan Fillinger Leilani Solaita is currently in her sophomore year at Manna U and is a second-year intern with theExperience College Internship. She was born in American Samoa, and her family later settled in Fayetteville, NC, due to her father’s military assignment. Unlike many military families who move constantly, she has had the privilege … Read more
Editor’s Note: This article was originally published in our Fall 2023 Newsletter. In honor of Women’s History Month, we are republishing it here. by Matéa Baltic-Hopkins Deana occasionally gets to serve alongside her husband, Jacob. Full-time homeschool mom and current military reservist, Deana Sanchez is the epitome of a lifelong learner. Sanchez graduated with … Read more
by Ethan Taylor-Fillinger In the heart of Abilene, Texas, current Manna U Major Mason Kerby, shares his transformative journey while studying at Manna University, emphasizing the profound impact of his time on his faith and leadership. Initially hesitant about online education, Mason’s perspective changed during a conversation with his pastor, David McQueen, in high school, which … Read more
by Kimiko Gray Deandra “Mama Dee” Bowie’s internship journey began at a Manna Students Thanksgiving “stu” (an old-fashioned term for “student group event”) in 2016. Pastor Nick Ertel, theExperience director at the time, had an internship booth for anyone who wanted information on the program. After speaking with Pastor Nick, Dee was excited to learn … Read more
Leadership in Action: Practical Leadership from a Manna U Student Amid the COVID-19 Crisis by Frank Brazell Manna U has done such an amazing job with reminding me of God’s promises especially in these times of uncertainty. I’m happy to be representing my school and doing the same for the people in my circle of … Read more
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