“Somebody needs to care enough to bring the Deaf to the feet of Jesus!”Joe Kotvas – Pastor/Missionary

Cory and Melissa have been married since July 2000 and presently have three wonderful girls. Amanda was born in December 2001, Elaina in April 2003 and their newest, Olivia, was born in November of 2005.

The Ricker Family

Cory was saved when he was seven and called into the ministry seven years later. Melissa was saved as a child and surrendered her life to the mission field during college. Their home/sending church is Cross & Crown Baptist Church located in Pensacola, FL. Cross & Crown is an Independent, Fundamental Baptist Church with a heart for soul-winning and worldwide missions.

Cory and Melissa have been called by God to minister to the Deaf in Peru and be a part of the Efata Team.