Reflections on 2011

January 11, 2012

Each new year brings its own challenges and chances to rejoice in God’s faithfulness. A highlight of the year was July’s trip to COLORADO. We visited supporters at Majestic Baptist Church, took our first family camping trip, and rode the Royal Gorge train. Ken continues to serve in grounds and maintenance at the BIBLE COLLEGE; […]

Gospel Unites Sepik!

January 11, 2012

This is the second year the Uraiys have truly understood the meaning of Christmas. Missionaries are thrilled with their growth and their decision to unite with seven other language groups for a time of Christian fellowship. For the first time they are putting away long-standing cultural differences to hear God’s Word and to worship side […]

Never Give Up

October 6, 2011

Thanks so much for your faithful prayers. Instead of waiting for those elusive “free hours” to send you a well-thought-out update, we decided a few lines are better than nothing. So here goes . . . If you are able to check out internet videos, this is a three-minute update from one of the tribes […]

First class

March 17, 2011

Coming “Home”

June 28, 2010

Have you heard the song that goes “This world is not my home-I’m just a-passing through”? It reminds us of the time our 8-year-old asked what his home state is. He has lived more years in Papua New Guinea and Michigan than in Dad and Mom’s home state of California (or Missouri, where he was […]

Their turn at last!

June 3, 2010

On May 30th, Alex’s widow and children will begin hearing the Bible’s message clearly presented in their own language for the first time. Many of you will remember hearing Ken speak of the trips he took helping missionaries move in to a village in the Uriay language group. His first tribal friend, Alex, was eager […]

Starting a New Semester

September 19, 2009

Tuesday: August 18, 2009 Dear Praying Friends, This is an exciting week as the quiet summer days give way to the buzz of 160 students. We praise the Lord that half are new, an answer to prayer for enrollment to grow. Please pray for those who are counting on finding jobs in the area; as […]