Subject: An Inspiring Story of Faith and Accessibility: You Can Make a Difference!

Microphone and headphones on a stand in a room used for recording

Some of you might recall Marda's story.


It began during the 2020 Florida Virtual Summer GetAway. Nettamara Doak, our dedicated STM Blind Services Missionary, had invested countless hours audio-describing videos, providing crucial accessibility. These audio descriptions allowed individuals like Marda, who is visually impaired, to fully participate in this event.


The impact was profound: Marda received the audio-described videos, and the Holy Spirit moved her to accept Jesus Christ as her Lord and Savior.


Nettamara didn't stop there.

Alive in Five Large Print and Braille Book

She equipped Marda with the "Alive in Five" (Large Print & Braille Booklet, picture above). Marda, in turn, began to share her faith, leading a family member to Christ and empowered by STM's resources, she also started ministering to her neighbor along with others.


When Marda expressed a desire to attend church, Nettamara assisted her in finding a church in her local community that provided transportation.


During a later conversation, Marda asked, "What's a worship team?" The pastor, discovering Marda's piano skills, had suggested she join the team. Nettamara patiently explained church terminology, bridging the gap for someone entirely new to the church experience.


Fast forward a few months and another phone call has Marda joyfully declaring, "I have a new life in Christ! I have friends at church, I've experienced healing from my past, and I'm eagerly anticipating my baptism!" God had been continuing to work in her life.


And the latest outreach from STM Blind Services... has Marda receiving 20 "Alive in Five" evangelistic tools (Braille & Large Print), along with audio versions of the Adult Sunday School Curriculum. She is using these in her Texas support group for individuals who are blind.

Boxes of materials and digital talking book cartridges all stacked addressed and tagged with Free Matter For the Blind Labels to go out in the USPS

Marda's journey exemplifies STM's core focus: seeking those impacted by disability, sharing God's love, equipping and discipling them, and empowering them to use their gifts for His glory.


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