River Village

On the same island where we went to the beach, we had the opportunity to visit a tribal village. We were very thankful for our new 4WD because there were 26 (!!) river crossings to get to the village. The real name of the village is Safa, but River Village seemed to fit. 
(I posted a video from this trip on our FB group page that you may be interested in!)

Such a beautiful little village tucked up in the mountains. It was wonderful to meet so many brothers and sisters in the Lord. There have been believers in this village for many, many years, and they have a thriving church there. 

They also have a heart for the many villages, both near and far, who still live in darkness.

We stayed in their guest house and enjoyed their hospitality.

The reason we went is that this tiny village is getting ready to send out some of their very own to partner with us to reach the Agta in Bicol. While we were there, they ordained and commissioned 3 Bible teachers and their families to go serve full time in Bicol.

These 3 men and their families will, Lord willing, move to Bicol in February. They are tasked with starting a Bible College for the Agta in Bicol. They have been teachers (and even President) of the Bible college on this island for a different tribe, so they are well-equipped for the job. And they have hearts ready to go and serve in this way. Will you join us in praying for these sweet families as they prepare to move about 18 hours travel away from their homes? Also pray as they get the necessary medical check ups and get other details in order before that time.

We are so incredibly blessed to be able to partner with such sweet tribal people as we work together to bring His Word to those who have never heard.