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Yesterday, we received news from the Philippines that Joseph, our friend and brother in Christ passed away.  He was recently discharged from the hospital, and we thought he was recovering.  But in the final hours, his body couldn’t overcome the infection. Back in 2002, we surveyed the village of San Nicolas and moved in among […]

Isn’t it encouraging that God can use the “fires” of life—the hardships and struggles, to shape us and prepare us?  Only He can turn what is meant for evil into something beautiful and good.  We are trusting and praying that He would do that through the intense drought that is ravaging so much of the […]

God’s message for the Kuyu What does it look like to hear God’s story for the first time? An update from the Kuyu team: ‘Fifteen years ago, the Kuyu people started writing letters, asking someone to come and teach them “God’s talk.” Lord willing, on November 30th they will finally begin hearing God’s story in their […]

One of the many facets of ministry in the Philippines that Stephen really enjoyed was the youth group.  Interacting with and impacting the next generation for Christ was invigorating.  We thought that, by choosing a ministry that was focused on senior saints, we would be missing that ministry to the younger generation.  However, we rejoice […]

SEPTEMBER 19, 2026 “We will not hide these truths from our children; we will tell the next generation about the glorious deeds of the LORD, about his power and his mighty wonders.” -Ps.78:4 You get to hear from me every month, so this month, I thought I’d let Wyck and Ty write to you! Here’s […]

The calendar says we’re into Fall even if the warm temps keep it feeling summery. Our Fall decor has been out for awhile now which has helped us get into the Fall season. We have to enjoy it quickly as 4 of the 6 of our family will be heading to Indonesia soon. October 8th […]