Latvia & Beyond Mission Support
This campaign represents all of GentleWind Ministries International's outreach efforts through teaching, worship, and missions in Latvia and beyond.
$30,000 is the yearly budget that helps run our ministry in Latvia and beyond. Your one-time or recurring gift of $25, $50, $100, or $1,000 makes a difference in the lives we are reaching in Latvia & beyond.
My Calling to Latvia & Missions. In the summer of 2006, the Lord started to speak to my heart about going to Eastern Europe. I was going through a season of transitions in ministry during that time. My musical ministry was moving more towards a speaking/lecture ministry with the release of my book, "Fearfully Wonderfully Made" ( My Christian Journey with ADHD). I was now preaching across the nation, while the musical part was now a supportive role in this new venture. In December of 2007, I was introduced to the wonderful people of SONetwork, formerly known as East European Mission Network. (EEMN)
Spiritual Orphan Network-SONetwork
SONetwork.org is an international network that connects North American believers with ministries in former communist and Soviet bloc nations in Central and Eastern Europe, including the Baltic States, the Balkans, and Ethiopia. SON Network serves in Albania, Estonia, Latvia, Slovakia, Ukraine, and Ethiopia. SONetwork is Connecting Spiritual Orphans to the Global Family of Christ.
SONetwork's goal is to build relationships through Christian missions that Engage, Reclaim, and Transform lives in Christ!
ENGAGE: Engage and connect people with God’s Word
RECLAIM: Come alongside spiritual orphans living in former and current communist countries to reclaim their identity in Christ
TRANSFORM: Walk with spiritual orphans from their first encounter with the Gospel to a life transformed by Christ.
How I serve in Latvia and beyond Striķi School
In 2001, Striki School director Daina Zandberga desired that the School children would at least know about Jesus Christ by offering Christian education and morning devotions.
Daina grew up under the Soviet occupation in the country (1945 to 1991). During the Soviet years, many historical churches were destroyed or closed, and many Christians lost their lives. Atheism was the prevalent ideology in the Soviet Union and was taught throughout the schools.
SONetwork and I have developed a very close working relationship with Daina and Striķi School since November 2010. By leading morning devotions and teaching Christian education classes, I continue to find new ways to reach the next generation.
St. Gregors Education Center in Saldus, Latvia
St.Gregor's Education Center is an international meeting place for missionaries, Pastors, and Lay leaders, established for people called, trained, and sent out into ministry "to the ends of the earth". We are also a retreat and conference center for various Christian events.
I have the honor of living and working alongside the wonderful staff at St Gregor's, where I have conducted Bible studies, given lectures, preached, and led in worship. I serve more in a pastoral role when needed.
Broceni Church in Broceni, Latvia.
After the fall of the Soviet Union, believers in the quiet town of Broceni came together for worship and Bible study in August 1992. Out of that home Bible study came Broceni Church. I have been asked to help and be a part of this body of believers after their Pastor left. Since 2016, I've been offering Spiritual support through preaching and serving on the leadership and worship team. What a blessing to be a part of this wonderful group of believers who support my ministry here in Latvia.
SONetwork English Bible and Life and Adventure Teen Camps opportunity.
As a traveling "Musicianary" on behalf of SONetwork, my role is to offer pastoral support and serve as a worship leader for our SON English Bible Camps, SON Life and Adventure Camps, and SON Regional Learning Center, which is hosted in Latvia, Estonia, Slovakia, Albania, and Ukraine.
Zoom Ministry and trips to India & Pakistan.
In 2018, I started doing online Bible studies, worship services, and Evangelistic outreaches in India through Zoom. I have developed a relationship with Pastor Joseph Raj and Amazing Love Fellowship Ministries and its churches, encouraging the people and pastors through teaching God's Word. This led me to go to India for two weeks in January of 2020, where I did several services in southern India, sharing in both preaching and singing the Word of God. I continue to do Zoom ministry with Amazing Love Fellowship.
In the fall of 2023, I was asked to teach Bible students in Pakistan with Students for Christ Foundation. (SFC).
The leadership of SFC appreciated my ministry style, and I was asked to become a senior faculty member and join the SFC ministry. Not only have I had the honor to minister to Bible students and do Evangelistic outreaches online, but I also represent SFC in America, as we have raised funds to free families that are in modern slavery from the brick Kiln factories. SFC is currently ministering to approximately 200 brick kiln families. Their ministry is actively sharing the Gospel, providing spiritual care, and supporting these families with regular food assistance.
Lord willing, in December of 2026, I will travel to Pakistan for two weeks to meet and serve with SFC Foundation, where I'll be conducting worship and healing services, Evangelistic outreaches, children's ministries, and ministry to the Kiln families.
Speaking & Singing Engagements Worldwide.
The Lord has opened new doors of opportunity for me to preach and sing internationally at numerous churches, lectures, and Christian conferences. I'm amazed at the places the Lord has led me, including touring throughout North America, Western & Eastern Europe, the Middle East, India, and Pakistan. I look forward to seeing what other doors will open in the years to come.
A "Dad" for Kristaps, Liga, and Markuss
"A Father to the fatherless, a defender of widows, is God in his holy dwelling. God sets the lonely in families." Psalm 68:5-6a:
What a difference unconditional love can make to a hurting family that was dealing with the death of two beloved grandparents while trying to rebuild their lives after the end of an abusive marriage. The Lord placed me with this host family in December of 2010. I have seen many positive changes in Kristaps, Līga, and their mom, Maija.
In February of 2014, "the surprise child," Markuss, came into my life, making me the father of 3. To all in the community, I have become known as Kris, Liga & Mark's "dad," an honor and privilege I never expected.
Would you partner with me?
Would you prayerfully consider being a mission partner with me? As with any missionary ministry, it does take funding. The Latvian government requires that I receive $900.00 per month to remain in the country. Any love offering of $25, $50, $100.00, or $1,000 as a one-time or recurring gift really does make a difference for the children and families we are reaching here in Latvia, and beyond.
If you feel led to give a one-time gift or would like to give monthly, you may send your tax-deductible gift payable to: GentleWind Ministries International PO Box 44601 Indianapolis, IN 46244
Online donations are tax-deductible and can be made to GentleWind Ministries International through our partners at Kindest.com, Zella, or Cash App. Donate using Zelle: [email protected] Cash App: $CarrilloDavidMichael We can also receive Mission donations through our ministry partners at Spiritual Orphan Network, www.sonetwork.org/give/; scroll down to designate the donation labeled ''GentleWind Ministry/Latvia-David Michael Carrillo''
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Thank you for all your prayers and support!!
Personal Missionary Support
Monthly support through SONetwork for full-time ministry in Latvia.
International Mission Travel
Airfare, lodging, and ministry resources for Pakistan and other nations
Ministry & Administrative Operations
Communication tools, printing, materials, website, admin and operational costs
Future Ministry Projects
Bible camps, school ministry, worship outreach, discipleship programs
Publishing & Media Projects
Latvian release of Fearfully & Wonderfully Made, audiobook, and worship albums
Latvian Language Certification (A2 Level)
Language classes and testing for residence permit