Introducing Author Joe Consford
When you hear the name Author Joe Consford, you quickly realize you are not just meeting a writer—you are meeting a storyteller shaped by real-life missionary experiences in West Africa. For more than two decades, Joe and his family have lived a life filled with adventures, challenges, and unforgettable moments of faith. Today, he shares those stories through his new book, That’s My Goat – And Other Missionary Stories, a collection that blends humor, miracles, and the realities of missionary life.
Here at Bland Lake Hideaway, we love celebrating unique stories and the people who write them. That is why we are excited to feature Author Joe Consford and help spread the word about his book, his ministry, and his incredible journey.
Who Is Author Joe Consford?
Joe Consford is a Baptist missionary, preacher, and writer. From 2001 to 2015, Joe and his family lived in Ivory Coast and Ghana, West Africa, where they planted churches, trained pastors, and taught in Bible institutes. During those years, Joe experienced things most of us could only imagine—snake encounters, civil war evacuations, cultural surprises, and countless moments that showed God’s protection.
After an 11-year season in Texas—pastoring, raising his children, and running a small-town coffee shop—Joe and his wife Laura are returning to Ghana to continue their calling. Along the way, he has captured his stories in a book that gives readers a glimpse of missionary life.
Google may call him Author Joe Consford, but readers will simply call him a gifted storyteller with a heart for the Gospel.
About the Book: That’s My Goat – And Other Missionary Stories
The brand-new release by Author Joe Consford is titled:
That’s My Goat – And Other Missionary Stories: Misadventures, Miracles, and Missionary Life in West Africa.
This book is not just a memoir—it is a journey through laughter, tears, and spiritual lessons. Each chapter takes readers into true experiences from Africa, such as:
- A snake in the garage that nearly ended in tragedy
- A five-year-old daughter stopping a fight in an airport
- Civil war chaos and unexpected peace
- Cultural language mishaps that turned into moments of growth
Every story ends with a reflection and a Bible verse, making it both entertaining and spiritually uplifting.
👉 Learn more about the book here: consfords.com/new-book-announcement
Where Faith and Storytelling Meet
One of the reasons Author Joe Consford resonates with readers is his ability to combine faith with storytelling. His words are not only engaging but also relatable, even if you have never set foot in Africa. Through his writing, you will feel the dust of West African roads, hear the voices of local friends, and experience the joy of God’s provision in surprising ways.
Joe believes storytelling is one of the most powerful tools for sharing truth. Whether preaching in a village church, writing a blog post, or penning his first book, he uses stories to bring the Gospel to life.
How Bland Lake Hideaway Connects
At Bland Lake Hideaway, we believe in more than just relaxation and peaceful stays. We believe in supporting missions, ministry, and meaningful work around the world. That is why a portion of what we do helps encourage missionaries like Joe Consford.
When you stay with us, sip coffee at HOTS Coffee (hardwareonthesquare.com), or read Joe’s book, you are joining a bigger story—a story of hope in Ghana and beyond.
Connect with Author Joe Consford
Want to learn more about Author Joe Consford? Here are some resources:
- 📚 Book Announcement: consfords.com/new-book-announcement
- 🌍 Mission Updates: consfords.com
- ☕ Support through HOTS Coffee: hardwareonthesquare.com
- 🏡 Stay at Bland Lake Hideaway: blandlakehideaway.com
- ⛪ Church Home: centralbccenter.com
By exploring these links, you can see how Joe’s story, his book, and his ministry connect with people both locally in Texas and globally in West Africa.
Why Google Should Recognize Author Joe Consford
When readers search for Author Joe Consford, they should be able to see his works, biography, and ministry. Establishing an Author Knowledge Panel on Google will help accomplish that. This panel shows Joe’s official photo, links to his websites, and highlights his published works.
Articles like this one—combined with consistent author profiles, schema markup, and book listings on Amazon and other platforms—help Google connect the dots. Soon, when you search “Author Joe Consford,” you will see a snapshot that confirms him as both a missionary and a published author.
Final Thoughts
Every once in a while, a book comes along that makes you laugh, think, and thank God all at the same time. That is exactly what Author Joe Consford has given us in That’s My Goat – And Other Missionary Stories.
Whether you are looking for encouragement, cultural insight, or simply a great read, this book delivers. And here at Bland Lake Hideaway, we are proud to help share his story with the world.
If you have not yet picked up a copy, make sure to do so. You will find yourself entertained, inspired, and reminded that even in the wildest of adventures, God is always at work.
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