It has been a year since we returned to Papua New Guinea from our 6-month home assignment in the USA, and 10 years since we first arrived in PNG. The year has been very productive, as we have continued to seek to be obedient to serve in the ministries God has called us to here in Ukarumpa. Kathy still serves at the Ukarumpa International School Secondary Campus (UISSC), teaching various science classes and working with her team as head of the department. Scott has worked in many roles; serving as a security consultant advising the Field Security Officer, as a teacher at UISSC, as the Crisis Management Team leader, as the secretary on the SIL-PNG Executive Committee, and as part of an international Human Resources team dealing with child safety, mediation and workplace inquiries. Scott even had the opportunity to preach two sermons at our English Sunday church service. We have been overjoyed to see eleven Bible dedications celebrated this year, and to be a part of Scripture checking for upcoming New Testaments that will be dedicated next year. We have also been sad to see colleagues and friends end their time in PNG and move on. PNG is one of four countries with the highest remaining need for Bible translation, and we need more workers to come and to serve alongside us. We have relied on the LORD for strength, endurance and resilience in times of sickness and in good health. We continue to pour into those around us, seeking to be light and salt right where God has planted us. We desire to continue to serve obediently for as long as the LORD has us here, and we are thankful for each and every one of you; your prayers and partnership have enabled us to serve here these last 10 years and we are grateful! Ask God for resilience and obedience, right where He has planted you; whether you are serving overseas or in your own community, reaching out to friends, family, coworkers and neighbors, God will use you for His glory if you are willing. Please continue to pray for us, and know that we will continue to pray for you as well!
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