A week of deep contrasts—joy in healing, heartbreak in suffering, and learning to navigate both with grace.
First Weekend Back in Papua New Guinea
There’s something very special about returning to a place that once felt like home—and realizing it still does. We arrived safely in Mount Hagen, though…
Day 4 – Mission Trip
Day 2 of Clinic in Callalli We began the day once again with devotions at 6:15 a.m. Dr. Hank led us, sharing about some of…
Peru Mission Trip – Day 3 First Clinic Day in Maca
I woke up early today, full of anticipation. It was our first clinic day in Maca, and before clinic we were hoping to see condors…
Peru Mission Trip – Day 2 Arequipa to Chivay
Breakfast was at 7:00, but Sara was up at 5:15 and had already showered before I even opened my eyes. I got up, finished packing,…
Day 1 – Safe Arrival in Arequipa 🇵🇪
After an uneventful journey, I arrived safely in Arequipa — and I’m very happy to report that all my luggage made it too! That always…
Day 6 Maurach to Eng
Stage 6: Maurach → Eng This morning began with what might have been the best hotel breakfast we’ve had in a long while. A delicious…
Day 5 Bayreuther Hutte to Maurach
Stage 5: Bayreuther Hütte → Maurach The night was a little restless — five of us sharing a room, and with the window shut it…
Day 4. A Scenic Journey from Kufstein to Bayreuther Hütte
Kufstein to Bayreuther Hütte To reach the start of today’s stage, we first needed to take a train and then a bus. Thankfully, we had…
Day 3 – Adlerweg Hintersteinersee → Kufstein
We allowed ourselves a little extra sleep this morning, not stirring until 7:15 since breakfast didn’t begin until 7:30. The spread was another classic Austrian…