In a remote Salvadoran village, Josh Wetmore’s education-based mission work continues to evolve with each passing year. From bringing library books directly into classrooms to reviving dusty computer labs, two initiatives are bridging gaps in literacy and technology—one borrowed book and double-click at a time. Learn more: https://mklm.org/el-salvador/books-and-bytes/ (fb)

#ICYMI On Feb. 2 Maryknoll Lay Missioners held a virtual panel discussion on how young people have contributed to and benefited from being a part of the Maryknoll Lay Missioners community. The event was the third in a series celebrating our 50th anniversary this year. Watch the discussion: https://mklm.org/mklm/mission-sprouts-hope/ The panel discussion was facilitated by Karen Bortvedt Estrada, a returned Maryknoll lay missioner (Cambodia, 2013-2017). Attendees asked questions of the panelists. The panelists were: Abby Belt (returned Maryknoll lay missioner – Haiti, 2018-2022) Thomas Gould (son of Deirdre Cornell & Kenney Gould, returned Maryknoll lay missioners – El Salvador, 2002-2003 & Mexico, 2004-2007; current communications manager at Maryknoll Office for Global Concerns) Sarah Bueter (current Maryknoll lay missioner – El Salvador, 2023-present) Cortney Freshwater (returned Maryknoll lay missioner – Bolivia, 2018-2022) Abby and Justin Veryser (children of Stephen & Loyce Veryser, current Maryknoll lay missioners – Tanzania, 2018-present) (fb)