Dear friends,
We are so grateful for the Lord's provision through many of you, allowing Maddie and me to return to Papua New Guinea recently! This trip was essential for advancing the translation work, and we are excited to share how things went.
The translation check was a success! Over three long but fruitful days, we worked with four Mibu speakers who we flew out of the village to go through 1 & 2 Thessalonians and Revelation. We made it through all the material, identifying just a handful of areas that need fine-tuning before finalization. These letters are now right at the finish line—an incredible milestone!
After the check, Maddie and I, along with my co-worker Chris, made a quick trip into Mibu for three short but meaningful days. For Maddie, it was bittersweet—it had been over four years since she was last there. Missionary kids often experience deep loss, with constant changes in friends, homes, and familiar places. This visit was a big deal for her. Seeing the house she grew up in, now mostly empty, brought up a lot of emotions. But at the same time, being back as a young adult, sharing her testimony, stories, and pictures with Mibu friends was healing for her and deeply encouraging for the people there. Several told us how much joy it brought them to see her return, even for a short time!
One major project Chris and I tackled was finally getting our new internet system up and running properly. During my last visit in November, we weren't able to integrate it into our existing network. This time, we replaced the whole system, and we're pleased to report it's working great! This faster, more reliable connection will significantly improve our ability to communicate and collaborate remotely—essential for translation work and discipleship.
After leaving Mibu, we endured several long travel days back to the U.S., with stops in Port Moresby and Sydney. A fun highlight in Port Moresby was visiting the offspring of one of our former pets from Mibu—now part of a breeding program success story at the renowned Port Moresby Nature Park! And with just a short layover to spend in Sydney, what do you do? Hop on a double-decker tour bus and take in the key sights! It was a perfect bookend to our journey and a special father-daughter experience.
We can't thank you enough for your prayers and generosity in making this trip possible. Your partnership means so much to us, and we are grateful every day.
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