Sebastian celebrated his birthday in transit. We started the day with waking up at 3.30am to leave for the airport in Port Moresby and then he had an extended birthday - we crossed the international date line on our way to the US. Being 11 now, he still enjoys the same things: science, lego, reading,…
We are so pleased with Calista - she is growing into a creative, beautiful, sensitive, sweet young lady. She is learning more and more from Scripture and working hard to apply what she is learning. Calista loves reading fantasy stories, writing her own, drawing, painting, carving, listening to music, and taking macro photographs. We thank…
In August our baby turned 10! Sebastian keeps us on our toes - he lives life at full speed. He is bright, bouncy, big-hearted... We love seeing how gentle Seb is with little kids, how he confidently tells adults about PNG, how he loves helping all people around him. Please pray with us that God…
Our beautiful girl is 13! We are enjoying our arty girl so much - it is such a joy watching her mature in her understanding and application of Scripture. Her favourite things are still people, animals, snorkelling and art - all kinds of art. Recently, she even added woodwork to her list... Calista had a…
We left the village in February - and it took a few weeks, seven flights and two covid tests each to get from Mawerero to South Africa One benefit of hotel stays: yummy food! A highlight during our trip was sharing a meal with the Penny's in Dubai The best thing about our time in…
What has been the hardest things about being in PNG? Missing friends and family. It just does not get easier. Learning to negotiate a culture very different from our own. Having to think through the possible interpretation of every comment, implications of every action… And being humbled as we often get it wrong, even after thinking…
It is hard to believe, but our firstborn is eleven! Calista is a sweet, sensitive little girl. Her understanding of, and love for God and His Word is growing… She adores animals - big and small. Her little village friends all know this, and bring around all kinds of critters for her to see. Right…
culture shock - noun the feeling of disorientation experienced by someone when they are suddenly subjected to an unfamiliar culture, way of life, or set of attitudes. We were warned that we’d experience some degree of culture shock during our first weeks here in PNG. Thankfully, God blessed us with wonderful team mates who have…
We cherish any opportunity to spend time with our supporting churches. It is always such a joy to get to know our rope-holders. Add to that the chance to be encouraged by other speakers, and have some family time at the beach, and you end up with a pretty perfect weekend! Hillcrest Baptist Church invited…
Children are a blessing, a reward! We've been parents for 10 years now. Crazy. Our girl is sweet, silly and yet seriously thoughtful. We love that she can make up the strangest songs and stories, and also ask very deep theological questions. Happy tenth birthday, Calista! May you continue to grow in your understanding of,…
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