Mission Intern, Volunteer and Training Coordinator

"My grandmother can make anything out of anything in the pantry. She literally whips up a whole meal out of a tiny pantry."

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<p>Raphael first heard about us through a friend from his local church. Deciding to try something new after his post-high-school travels, he did a summer internship at Kinship. Raphael found Kinship to be very rewarding, both spiritually and mentally. Feeling confident that he was surrounded by good people, he decided to stay for a full year. A fun fact about Raphael is that he grew up in England for most of his life.</p>

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Mission Intern, Information Systems Coordinator

“I put ketchup on everything. Not joking, everything.”

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<p>Nathan grew up in Iran and came to the United States for school. He studied Computer engineering there at Azad University and when he came to America, studied computer sciences at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. After volunteering at Kinship and becoming friends with other missionaries, he wanted to become more involved in the Mission Intern community. One fun fact about Nathan is that he grew up with a lot of cats (12 to be exact) but he is definitely allergic to them!</p>

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Mission Intern, Food Center Operations Coordinator

“Whether it's my father making breakfast on Sunday, my sister baking a cake, or my grandma making her specialty meatballs, we show our love through food shared together.”

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<p>After visiting the Food Center, Elizabeth fell in love with the Kinship community and moved from a small farm town in Michigan to Milwaukee to serve alongside people that have quickly become family. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with friends and family, playing any sort of a sport or card game, and hiking.</p></details>

Mission Intern, Intern Recruitment Coordinator

"Every year on Easter my family makes a lamb cake and prays that the neck doesn’t break. So far, we have tried toothpick scaffolding and adding pudding powder to the batter, but I am open to other suggestions!"

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<p>Jack joins us from Cincinnati, Ohio after graduating from Otterbein University with a BA in Theatre. He is excited to jump right into this community through sharing conversations over food at the Center and at Feast Meals. When he’s not at work Jack enjoys making music, tap dancing, and reading British children’s literature.</p>

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Mission Intern, Urban Farm Coordinator

"Both of my grandmothers were excellent cooks; and almost all my earliest memories of our visits involve the meals they would prepare. Even back then, I feel that I recognized their work as a labor of love."

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<p>James was excited when he first heard about Kinship because he was looking for ways to grow more personally and spiritually. He spent the summer working at our Urban Farm and decided to stay a full year to see how else he could grow alongside others. When he is not at work he enjoys woodworking, reading, gardening, and planning D& D campaigns.</p>

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Mission Intern, Workforce Development Coordinator

"I am inspired by the bonding and memories that happens when people share even a simple meal together. Once, for my 8^th birthday, my mom made me an ear shaped cake (upon my request) because I got my ears pierced. I will never forget it!"

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<p>Mary has wanted to do missionary work for most of her life. Finding Kinship through a service trip (and the recommendation of her older brother) she knew this is where she wanted to be. Mary recently graduated from UW Eau Claire with a bachelor’s in business. When Mary is not working, she loves to do pottery, go to farmers markets, and thrift!</p>

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Mission Intern, Human Services Coordinator

“I love the knowledge, traditions, and attachments that food has attached to it. My most memorable food memory was the time I hosted Thanksgiving while I studied abroad in Spain.”

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<p>After talking with a friend who served at Kinship, Mary was really drawn to our work and our mission. She studied finance and Spanish at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga and is looking forward to developing her relationship with God and others. Mary enjoys running, seeing live music, and is very excited to try all of the winter activities we have in Wisconsin!</p>

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