People

I just wrote about "stuff," which is relatively quite unimportant. People, on the other hand, are the whole reason for missions, and people have been the best part of my last two years in PNG.

Today after our lunchtime Bible study, I invited some of the ladies over to my house. We had fun looking at some pictures from Pennsylvania, and I gave them each a little parting gift.

Saiki and me

I was really encouraged as they expressed their appreciation for my work in the Bible study, and Carol prayed for me. I feel like I've learned more from them and been more blessed by them than they have from me! This Bible study was one of the most meaningful things I did this term.

Carol

Aside from Bible study I've gotten to know the lovely ladies of LCORE and some other people through work. Siva has worked as a gardener on and off for me over the last year. His wife Anna and one of their adult daughters have both attended Bible study with me.

Siva and Anna

While there are some things I won't miss, I will getting to see these friends and encouraging each other in the faith.