Daniel and Lisa Van Zoest

Vision

Nicaragua Christian Academy's vision is to partner with Christian parents in forming active disciples of Jesus Christ, equipped to impact society through the development of their spiritual discernment, moral courage and academic excellence.  NCA is ministering to almost 1,000 students in the country of Nicaragua through its three schools: NCA International (2001), NCA Nejapa (2005), and NCA Matagalpa (2013).  All three of the schools include preschool through high school and are governed by a common school board.   

Mission

Dan is a part of NCA International's administrative team and he enjoys spending much of his time working with students as a mentor, teacher, and small group leader.  Together Dan and Lisa have facilitated small groups on marriage and they have also hosted marriage and parenting conferences in Nicaragua.  Rebekah (1999) and Will (2001) have also ministered in Nicaragua by serving at an orphanage and by leading a small group of younger kids in our neighborhood. 

About Dan & Lisa

God has been working in our lives and moving our hearts toward mission work for a number of years. Our calling became more specific in 2007 when God brought Nicaragua Christian Academy (NCA) to our attention. When we visited Nicaragua in 2008, we witnessed the poverty of many of the people and their need for strong, authentic, Christian leadership. We spent time with missionaries who trained Nicaraguan pastors and leaders, facilitated youth camps, ran orphanages, and led women and young girls to leave lives of prostitution. Many of the missionaries involved in these ministries either have children currently attending NCA or have children that graduated from NCA. It was also exciting to learn more about how NCA works to inspire and equip Nicaraguan children to develop Christ–centered leadership skills that will be used to impact their country.  It is clear that Nicaragua Christian Academy is making a difference in the lives of the children in Nicaragua. 

Thank You

We praise God for His work around the world and the privilege of serving Him. Thank you for your prayers, generosity and support for our ministry with Resonate Global Mission. Together, by God's grace, our efforts are transforming lives and communities worldwide. Thank you.