Mission

After enduring decades of civil war with the Sudanese government, South Sudan finally declared independence and officially became the United Nations’ newest member-state in July, 2011. Yet the nightmares of violence and poverty are far from over for its people. Upon gaining independence, it also became one of the world’s poorest countries. Moreover, as ofContinue Reading

Christmas 2011 Prayer Letter Dear Sisters and Brothers, The days of Advent are slipping by. In the midst of writing reports and making plans for the coming year, I only have time for an abbreviated prayer letter this month. We are so grateful for the extended community of caring of which we are a part.Continue Reading

Dear Sisters and Brothers, Greetings from Guatemala. All Saints’ Day, November 1, is a holiday here. Most Guatemalans spend the day decorating the graves of their loved ones and eating traditional food. The markets and cemeteries explode with color. The flower supply is down this year and the prices are up. The heavy rains inContinue Reading