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The Philippines: When the Ground Shakes, God Remains Steady

This October, our team held its planning retreat in Batangas, Philippines, near Taal Lake and the active Taal Volcano. The retreat is a dedicated time to pray, reflect, and seek God’s direction for the year ahead. What made this one especially memorable was that the volcano had a minor eruption just before and during our

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From the President: Hope That Can’t Be Silenced

Laos, known as the “Land of a Million Elephants,” is a nation steeped in culture and tradition. Its identity is deeply tied to Theravada Buddhism and animistic practices, woven into everyday village life where rituals and spirit appeasement are considered essential for community harmony. In such a context, choosing to follow Christ is never merely

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Central America: Raising Up Leaders for a Growing Harvest

The work in Central America is going great! We have classes in Belize and Honduras, preparing for graduations in early 2026, and new opportunities are opening in Costa Rica. Our greatest need right now is for God to raise up country coordinators for Belize and Honduras. As the first classes graduate, we will need leaders

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Vietnam: Central Vietnam’s Challenging Climate

Central Vietnam’s Challenging Climate: Extreme Weather, Record Rainfall, and the Devastating Impacts of Recent Floods The climate of Central Vietnam exhibits tropical monsoon characteristics, but with many differences and harshness due to the narrow and complex terrain. This region is divided into two distinct seasons: the dry season, from January to August, characterized by hot,

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