Nana Esther
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Esther, affectionately known as "Nana Esther" by her cherished friends and peers, is a remarkable woman with an inspiring story who has dedicated her life to sharing the Gospel.
Currently homeless and living out of her van—fondly named the "Ministry Van"—Esther travels across the United States with her two dogs, reaching out to homeless communities with the message of hope- Jesus Christ.
Esther faces significant health challenges, including Mast Cell Activation Syndrome, which can lead to anaphylaxis if she encounters everyday cleaning products or perfumes which land her in ICU, as well as inhibits her from living in shelters. Additionally, she suffers from Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome and Dysautonomia, causing daily symptoms such as heart palpitations, dizziness, heat intolerance, severe fatigue, and more. Unfortunately, these conditions are incurable. As a result, Esther was unable to maintain employment and ultimately found herself experiencing homelessness.
Throughout her life, Esther has worked on a farm and served in ministry. She is a devoted mother, a loyal friend, and a faithful servant of the Lord who continues to minister despite her current circumstances.
Rather than being defeated by her reality, Esther has transformed her struggles into an opportunity to spread the Gospel to those grappling with drug addiction, alcoholism, and various physical or mental disabilities—most of whom find themselves homeless.
For over five years, Esther has been awaiting financial assistance from the government due to her disabilities. In the meantime, she has relied on minimal funds and donations to sustain her ministry, as well as to cover basic necessities like food, water, and gas. Recently, her "Ministry Van" broke down, resulting in thousands of dollars in repairs and leaving her without funding for both her ministry and essential living expenses.
Despite the challenges she faces, Esther finds peace in her mission to bring hope to the hopeless. For the past decade, she has been a beacon of light in some of society's darkest corners.
We humbly ask for your support to help Nana Esther continue her vital work of sharing the Gospel with those in need. Any contribution, no matter how small, can make a difference.
While our present goal is $3000, we hope to raise more in order to sustain Esther's ministry and continue funding her ministry, giving her the opportunity to reach more souls in the homeless community.
Thank you for your time, and may God bless you.
To read more about Nana Esther:
A section from her mission statement and ministry background:
“The Least of These” is a verse I've pondered for decades, the idea that I could believe I followed Jesus while also turning my back on Him (Matthew 25:31-46), specifically to be sent away from Christ's presence. I had volunteered for numerous Church programs to feed the poor, but, per training and numbers, kept a professional distance and advocated programs to normalize and stabilize their lives. Programs many were not interested in, and in some cases like shelters, more dangerous than the streets. In a way, loving them, but as a number. I believe now, in doing so, I lost the essence of this verse. I have come to realize that many people lose compassion in numbers. It's not an accusation, I'm guilty of it myself. It comes from a concept of following the Law by creating programs. I've come to realize those same programs feed and cloth, but leave the soul distant from the only salvation these people truly need.
I learned this the hard way. I as a sister in Christ losing everything was treated differently than a normal member of the Church. No longer a sister in Christ worth hearing but instead someone who needed to “fix my life.” I became “those people.” When I was in the position of helping, we'd have meetings discussing those people. Though truly unintentional that attitude gets reflected while serving them. I couldn't “fix my life” and return to “normalcy” then or now. My thorn keeps me from being around those wearing scented items that close my airway, the Dysautonomia from ever scheduling myself again. Which is great, God didn't want normalcy! God wanted a humbling situation for everyone to see His glory! Oh, how His glory shines through too.”
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Tabish N
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Yakima, WA