“It seems I’m to treat them and be treated as part of their family too.” THERE ARE UP TO EIGHT OF US IN OUR HOUSE. Sarome (who I call Andy’s mother) is a pastor’s widow and mother of five. The…
Back in NZ – December 2008 Newsletter
After saying enough goodbyes to last 3 years, I’m back in NZ after a 2-month tourist visa! From all the stories I hear, it could take a few weeks to a few months to get the 3 year visa. Meantime,…
Just a Glimpse – October 2008 Newsletter
Kinship system and gift giving SNORKELING THROUGH REEFS, HIKING through jungle, making a drum oven, learning to dehydrate food, working with Americans, hearing about World War II in this area, getting my turn at the tummy bug, saying my testimony…
Change of Plan – September 2008 Newsletter
Greetings from Wanganui! I’VE REBOOKED TICKETS FOR 6 SEPTEMBER. This is a change of plan, but I am still in NZ awaiting a work permit and entry visa for my new home. I’ve rebooked tickets for 6 September,hoping that the…
June 2008 Newsletter
PREPARATIONS Six flat screen computers, three oxygen concentrators, a suction machine, nebuliser, surgical instruments and hopefully an ultrasound machine: all donated. IT HAS BEEN A MONTH FULL OF GENEROSITY! I had put aside this last month in Dunedin for communicating…
August 08 – Leaving 23 August
GRATITUDE Fourteen years ago I left home, but for the last month I have been based in Wanganui, living with my parents. I NOW HAVE TICKETS – LEAVING 23 AUGUST. Water blasting, painting and carting firewood have kept me busy…
May 2008 Newsletter
I’M GOING! I’d like to tell you about what’s up with me. I’m hoping you’re not too surprised that I’m heading to Papua New Guinea to serve God in Healthcare and discipleship. The surprise is more likely to be that…