Episode 18 | Rachael and Dan Stoner on Resilience in Adversity

In this conversation, Dan and Rachael Stoner share their journey into mission aviation, discussing the challenges they faced, their transformation through faith, and the importance of community, especially for women in the field. They also touch on family dynamics and their decision to join JAARS, emphasizing the significance of having a mission statement for their lives. In this conversation, Dan and Rachel Stoner share their experiences in mission aviation, focusing on how they utilize their skills in aviation, maintenance, and hospitality to further the gospel. They discuss their roles at JAARS, the importance of mentorship and training for new recruits, and the challenges they face in the field, including spiritual warfare and the realities of life in remote areas. They also reflect on their personal journeys, including health challenges and the unwavering faith that guides their mission work.

Chapters

00:00 The Journey Begins: Discovering Aviation and Faith

04:56 Challenges and Transformations in Mission Aviation

09:46 Navigating Gender Dynamics in Aviation

15:06 Building Community: The Birth of LEMA

20:04 Family Dynamics in Mission Aviation

25:04 Choosing JAARS: A Mission Statement for Life

26:08 Mentorship and Training in Aviation

29:48 Spiritual Warfare in the Field

30:39 Experiences in Ecotourism and Mission Work

34:55 The Lifeline of Mission Aviation