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A big name is a big deal in PNG. Giving someone a big name is like praising them, or affirming their status in the community. To “down” someone’s name is to slander them and hurt their reputation. Nobody likes that. In Pal, they say, “Muni ngongo epc toalogo.” (“We will make his name big.”) This […]

There was a moment as I logged in to post this, that I thought, “Should I do a thankful post? Is it just too trite?” But before I had finished signing in (and I’m in ‘merica where the internet is plenty fast), I know that I am thankful for so much and that it is […]

Happy Independence day!       Jacob building new cupboards and metal counter top Cooking for Conference  First Grade Pet Show Jonathan with friends, Henry and Aaron, on School Spirit Day                                                                                                                    Dear Friends and Family, Fourteen years! That is how many years we have now been married. We are thankful for all God has done! And […]

As pastors – teachers in the bible.We thank God for this gift for the development of the Guahibo church.

Do you remember those days gone by when you received a report card from school?  Were you an all “A” student?  And what classes did you do best in?  Algebra?  Chemistry?  PE?  Recently, Stephen was working with a couple of believers and trying to figure out the best illustration for his upcoming sermon.  And then […]

We hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving with your loved ones, wherever you are. We remember many Thanksgivings far from our earthly home and family, living in cultures with different holidays and traditions. We are thankful for all the memories of good friends who accepted and loved us despite our cultural differences and helped us […]