So, I am definetely not a blogger but I'm going to attempt.  As most of you know I will be moving April 13th to serve with Island Breeze.  Ever since I was in junior high I have felt God calling me to go to the nations.  I feel He has prepared me with everything I need to effectively go out, and He has confirmed that NOW is the time. To answer several common questions I have been asked, I am providing you with this first blog post.  So here is my FAQ blog.

1. Who is Island Breeze/What do they do?
 - Island Breeze is a ministry of YWAM (Youth With A Mission) They travel the world presenting the gospel through the cultural dancing and music of the Pacific Islands.  They are based out of Kona, Hawaii but travel the United States and internationally the majority of the year.

2.  What will you be doing with Island Breeze?
 - The leaders of Island Breeze have a 9 year old son who travels and performs with the group.  They homeschool him while traveling. My main focus will be teaching him while we are on the road and in Hawaii. At some point I may take part of the shows by playing piano, guitar or bass, but thats to be determined!

3.  How long will I be serving?
-  This is still to be determined. I have purchased a one-way ticket to Hawaii, with no specific date of return.  I have been and will continue to be in prayer about this, but I anticipate serving long term with Island Breeze as the Lord allows.

4.  Where else will you be going?
- While a lot of the tour is still being determined I know of a few places that I will potentially be traveling to.  These places include: Alaska, Scotland, Korea, and the Phillipines, and also some places within the USA.  I am not sure when I will be going to each location but will know more as time goes on (Hopefully!)

If you have other questions feel free to ask.  Or you can critique my amateur blog attempt. As I go out I will update with more insightful information hopefully. I will have to raise all of my own support for travel and living expenses.  If you are interested in supporting me financially you can send checks made out to Hartville Mennonite Church to PO Box 727 Hartville, OH 44632. Attach a note designating funds be put towards Ashley Phipps missions funds.  The biggest support you can give is your prayers! I thank each of you for the prayer you have already covered me in, and for the guidance you have given me thus far.  I pray you are all well and to hear from you soon! God Bless.