Meet Amanda Rogers

My name is Amanda Rogers and I am 26 years old. I'm one of four children (the only girl!). Originally from Wisconsin, I moved to Georgia in July 2008 to teach 8th grade Algebra. This summer, I plan to do a whole bunch of firsts- 1st mission trip, 1st marathon, and 1st time skydiving! I'm one of the pickiest eaters around, so I'll probably have a few "first" foods in Guatemala, too.

Fun Fact: I used to be a competitive figure roller skater. No, not roller derby; I'm not that tough. Figure skating-- you know, jumps and spins, like Nancy Kerrigan but on wheels! I traveled all over the United States to compete. By the time I graduated high school, I had visited all 48 of the continental states!

I feel that God really led me to this mission trip. When I first had the opportunity to join the team, I chickened out - Guatemala is so far out of my comfort zone! After speaking with a couple of friends, I decided that it was something I really wanted to do. But wasn't it too late? Not if it's in God's will! I joined the Guatemala mission team the day before we bought the plane tickets! I love how God works in our lives, and I look forward to seeing what He has in store for us this summer!