Author: Robert and Cirena Smith

Connecting with Tao in the Philippines

Connecting with Tao in the Philippines

Tao is Filipino for People.  Culture & Language Aquisition thus far has proven to be a great challenge & a great joy.  The challenge of course is connecting with tao in a foriegn culture despite not knowing the local language.  As the writers of our Culture/Language Acquistion Manual state, “You cannot truly learn a language or gain […]
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Back in the Philippines

Back in the Philippines

After what seems to have been a very long journey (nearly four years) we are now back in the Philippines.  Our first order of business is to get settled (ie. find an apartment), get Sheila Marie started in school, & then jump into language study.  We truly appreciate each one of our partners, our home […]
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Warp Speed Ahead!

Warp Speed Ahead!

Getting started in the task that God has called us to requires an amazing amount of engineering. Things don't always go as planned, delays happen, but God's grace is ever present.
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A Blessing & A Privilege!

A Blessing & A Privilege!

Sharing the vision God has given us we have been blessed in more ways than we could have possibly imagined. Sharing the vision is indeed a blessing and a privilege.
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Sheila’s Vision

Sheila’s Vision

In Partnership Development, one of the greatest indicators that we have been on the right track has been seeing our daughter catch the vision in a mighty & powerful way.
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