I recently re-read the novel Fieldwork by Mischa Berlinski. It was a fascinating story about the complicated relationship of a missionary family in Chiang Mai, Thailand and a female anthropologist who was studying and living in an isolated tribal village. I highly recommend the book. The following is an excerpt: a delightful description of the road leading …
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Good Life Club Packets
The women in the picture purchased and then put together over 20 ziploc bags of toys and hygiene articles to be distributed by the Free Burma Rangers. These volunteer soldiers will bring the packets on their backs into the interior of Burma. They will march several days carefully avoiding Burma army troops. Then they will set up temporary basic …
A Sampling of Notes from the Trip Leader
A sampling of the notes from Dr. Marshall Peters, the Thai trip leader. Culture: Heads are most important – do not touch anyone’s head Feet are dirty – take off shoes when entering homes or churches Also, do not point with your feet at anyone or anything Do not hold eye contact for long (type …
December 7th, 2014 First Baptist Church 10:00 am Worship
I feel as though I started my Thailand trip today. The congregation presented me with a love gift of $4,195.00. With other money I have received, the total is more than $5,000.00. I am humbled by this kind and generous response. I celebrate my 25th year as pastor of FBC this year. I have been able …
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