He is Risen, Indeed! Happy Easter! Every approaching holiday holds a special magic for children ours included for sure! Now for us, at this point at least, we tend to skip over the cultural holidays in the States. We’ve got
Shaking Things Up
You know how it happens right? Just when you finally think you’ve settled into a new routine that’s working for your family… bedtimes, naps, chores, errands, all on a schedule so daily life is a bit easier and more predictable.
Endings and Beginnings
Summer 2017 What a whirlwind summer (April-May) has been for us. God opened doors and ended and started new chapters in our story faster than we could blink. Laura and the kids took a very sudden, gifted trip to CA
Music to My Ears
As I’m standing here in my kitchen this thought suddenly wove through my thoughts — One of the most beautiful, precious, and life-giving sounds from something inanimate is the sound of flowing water. (At least to me!) Whether from the
The Gift of Ukay-Ukay
Thrill of the Hunt “Ukay ukay” in the local vernacular is a term referring to second hand clothing and goods. It’s derived from the Tagalog word “halukay” which means to sift or dig through. At least in this part of
Full Circle
Isn’t it funny when life comes around full circle? When you are back to a familiar place you once thought was behind you? Here’s our recent second time around story: First Time Around We originally came to Maasin City in
All You Need is Love
Happy Valentine’s Day to you! A happy, joyful, overflowing with love day, month and year! Know that we love you like crazy and are so thankful for you! This is love: not that we loved God, but that he
It’s the Little Things
God certainly cares for us in our big needs, daily food, clothing and shelter. We tend to take these for granted. But I realized that I seem to notice God’s bountiful provision more when He takes care of the little
What do you want to know?
Howdy! Since this site is brand sparkling new, the sky’s the limit on what we can add. So… we need your help! Questions and Suggestions please: What do you want to know about us, ministry, life in the Philippines…? What
A Memorable Catastrophe
Without a doubt, one of the most memorable events in 2016 happened just after Thanksgiving. And we give thanks to God for what’s unfolded since. The Big Bang Around four o’clock in the morning on November 30th, I was awakened