We wanted to send an update in light of the tragic events unfolding in South Sudan this past week.

We are safe as are the rest of our international and national staff who returned to their home countries or villages. However our hearts are heavy for the recurring violence in South Sudan. 

We have recently arrived in Maine for the Christmas holidays and plan to return on January 4th at least to a staging point in Nairobi, Kenya, if not Juba. In the wake of the fighting and large numbers of displaced persons there will be much to do in the months ahead. 

In the meantime, we deeply appreciate your prayers for the South Sudanese people and support of our efforts to respond.

God’s blessings and peace to you and your families.