Mikayla Smith is a junior at PBA pursuing a degree in Popular Music Industry. She loves performing/creating, spending time with friends, and having deep conversations. She has a gifting in music and passion for people that she believes the Lord has combined to reveal a greater purpose. She has loved seeing that purpose revealed through this trip- which she has done twice now.

Brooke is a sophomore at Palm Beach Atlantic University and absolutely loves being part of the PBA community. She grew up in California and now lives with her family in Tennessee. Her trip to Colombia was her first mission trip, and it was an incredible experience seeing the people and witnessing the many ways God moved. Brooke is excited to continue serving and looks forward to seeing where the Lord leads her next.

Lili is a freshman at Palm Beach Atlantic University studying Exercise Science with a focus on Pre-Athletic Training. She grew up in Virginia, where she spent much of her time outdoors, playing sports, and enjoying time with friends and family. Lili has a heart for missions and loves serving the Lord through trips that allow her to connect with others and share His love. She is excited to see all that God has in store during her time in Colombia.

Sophie is a freshman at PBA studying nursing. She loves traveling, experiencing new things, and the beach. She has lived in Pennsylvania for most of her life but was a missionary kid in Romania when she was young. Colombia will be a very new experience for her and she can’t wait to see what the Lord will reveal to her while serving the people there!

Bianca is a Theology major at Palm Beach Atlantic University. Her recent mission trip to Colombia deeply impacted her heart and perspective. She never saw herself as a missionary—until she realized that missions aren’t about the missionary, but about the people and the relationships formed along the way. Outside of ministry, Bianca enjoys meeting new people, going for runs, and spending time outdoors in nature.

Ella is a freshman at Palm Beach Atlantic University, currently in the 3+2 PPE Program with a minor in Spanish. She loves spending time at the beach and enjoys anything that involves being outdoors. Ella has a big heart for missions, and her trip to Colombia was truly life-changing. One of the most impactful moments for her was getting to sit with the girls at the school, hear their stories, and build relationships with them.

Millie is a freshman at Palm Beach Atlantic University, majoring in Nursing. Originally from Guatemala, she grew up in Northern Virginia and is the youngest of three siblings. She also has two cats she adores. Millie loves to travel, experience new cultures, and meet new people. Over the years, she has developed a deep heart for serving and loving others. Colombia marks her fourth mission trip, and she’s excited to see how the Lord moves through her team during this experience.

This is Tyler Forscht. He is a freshman at Palm Beach Atlantic University, pursuing a major in finance and minor in communications. He grew up in Pennsylvania and enjoys sports, video games, and hanging out with friends. Fun Fact about Tyler is he sweats when he eats candy.

Anna Sophia Bakker is studying Nursing and Foreign Languages (French and Spanish). She is originally from Canada and Mexico. She has been involved in missions before but it’s her first time serving in Colombia. She has a passion for the Lord and singing worship music.

Francesca is a graduate student currently working as a registered nurse in West Palm Beach, FL. Throughout her college years, she spent her summers between semesters on mission trips with CMGlobal, where she felt a deep calling to serve through missions. When reflecting on God’s faithfulness, she often thinks about how He is moving not only in her own life but also in the lives of people thousands of miles away.

During this particular trip, she was reminded of the power of community and fellowship. We are not meant to walk through life alone but alongside our brothers and sisters in Christ. In Colombia, there were countless moments that pointed her to the greatness of God. It was never about what she could offer or how much she could serve—her entire existence is because of Christ, and He alone is worthy of praise. Not because He needs it, but simply because He is worthy.

She is incredibly thankful for this experience, for her team, and for the new friendships formed in Cartagena and Tierra Bomba.

Trace is a now PBA graduate with a Business Management major and Entrepreneurship and Small Business concentration. He loves Jesus, leading worship/singing, and playing sports. He will be working full time in the fall while attaining his Masters Degree in Business Administration at PBA!