Meet God Said Go Missions
Breaking the Cycle of Poverty in Latin America—One Family, One Act of Love at a Time
From the Founders
“We never imagined that saying ‘yes’ to God’s call would lead us here—but we’re so glad it did.”
When God first stirred our hearts to serve in Latin America, we simply responded in faith. What began as a step of obedience has grown into a movement of compassion, healing, and hope.
We founded God Said Go Missions because we believe that every child deserves to be seen, known, and loved—not just by us, but by Jesus. Today, we’re honored to walk alongside an incredible team of missionaries, volunteers, and supporters like you who are helping us bring lasting change to families in extreme poverty.
Thank you for being part of this journey. Together, we can go farther, love deeper, and bring the Good News where it’s needed most.
With gratitude and joy,
Jeff & Esther McClaran
Founders, God Said Go Missions
Who We Are
Reckless Obedience
At God Said Go Missions, we believe radical transformation begins with obedience to Jesus and compassion for the overlooked. Like the disciples who dropped everything to follow Christ, we go when and where He calls—trusting in His provision, power, and purpose.
Rooted in faith and driven by love, our team serves families and children trapped in extreme generational poverty across Latin America. We walk into forgotten places—not with quick fixes, but with long-term solutions, deep relationships, and the unshakable message of the Gospel.
This is not our mission. It’s God’s. We’re simply saying “yes” to where He says go.
Our Mission
To bring holistic, Christ-centered care to families suffering from extreme poverty in Latin America—empowering them to thrive through healthcare, education, discipleship, and acts of radical kindness.
Our Vision
To reflect the love of Jesus by meeting physical, emotional, and spiritual needs—restoring dignity, building stability, and renewing hope in forgotten communities.
Our Hope
To see families across Latin America break free from generational poverty and walk in lasting transformation—anchored in Jesus, strengthened in community, and empowered to flourish.
Love in Action
Real love doesn’t just speak—it sacrifices.
“We know what real love is because Jesus gave up His life for us. So we also ought to give up our lives for our brothers and sisters. If someone has enough money to live well and sees a brother or sister in need but shows no compassion—how can God’s love be in that person? Dear children, let’s not merely say that we love each other; let us show the truth by our actions.”
— 1 John 3:16–18 (NLT)
This passage is the heartbeat of God Said Go Missions. It’s not enough to feel compassion—we are called to live it out. To go, to give, and to love with our hands and our lives.
What we do
Our Methods
Four Pillars of Hope. One Mission of Transformation.
At God Said Go Missions, we believe that ending extreme generational poverty takes more than charity—it takes compassion, strategy, and the Gospel lived out in action. That’s why our work centers on four key areas designed to help children, families, and communities not just survive—but thrive.
Healthcare
We bring quality medical care to remote, underserved communities where access is nearly impossible. Through mobile clinics, health education, and medicine distribution, we help families prevent disease, receive healing, and restore dignity in places where healthcare is otherwise out of reach.
Emergency Relief
When crisis strikes, we respond quickly. Whether it's a natural disaster, food shortage, or personal tragedy, our team delivers emergency aid—food, clean water, shelter materials, and survival essentials—to help families stabilize and begin to rebuild.
Future Generations
We believe the next generation holds the power to break the cycle of poverty. That’s why we equip rural churches across Guatemala with tools, training, and spiritual resources to disciple children in truth, love, and purpose—raising up a generation rooted in Jesus Christ.
Community Empowerment
True transformation happens when communities are empowered to grow from within. We work alongside local leaders to provide biblical discipleship, leadership development, and practical training that fosters long-term sustainability, spiritual growth, and economic stability.
Together, these four pillars form a foundation strong enough to build futures—futures anchored in faith, fueled by hope, and made possible through love in action.
What defines us
Rooted in Faith. Driven by Relationship. Committed to Integrity.
At God Said Go Missions, we don’t just respond to poverty—we work to end it through intentional, Christ-centered action. Here’s what sets us apart:
Sustainably Focused
We believe real change lasts. That’s why we use the Jesus Shaped People model to equip communities with practical, Gospel-based tools that help them meet their own needs, build resilience, and flourish long after we’re gone.
Community Driven
We lead with relationship, not regulation. Our approach honors the strengths already present in the communities we serve. By working in partnership with local leaders, we co-create solutions that are creative, culturally relevant, and community-led.
Faith Inspired
Everything we do is fueled by our faith in Jesus Christ. We believe love must be lived, not just preached. That’s why we serve the whole person—spirit, soul, and body—through medical care, discipleship, education, and emotional support.
🧭 Ethically Guided
We hold ourselves to the highest standards of integrity and transparency. God Said Go Missions has adopted the Principles of Conduct for the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement and NGOs in Disaster Response Programs—a globally recognized code of ethics for humanitarian organizations.
📄 [Download the Code of Conduct]
📖 [Our Commitment to Mission With Integrity]
