Going where few will go.

[paul]

God is constantly going before each of us in all we do for Him. Below is a travel advisery for an area in Mindanao. Mindanao is the base of our work in the Philippines. As you read this please read the email at the bottom which I received yesterday form our College Director. This was an inpossibility just a few years ago. But God has opened the door.

Travel in Marawi, Philippines - Terrorist Tourism
Apr 30, 2007
Marawi is a small city on the shore of Lake Lanao, on the island of Mindanao. It is at the heart of the Muslim population of the Philippines and is considered a no-go zone for foreigners.

The area is under martial law and soldiers are everywhere on the road from the coast but the road is in good condition and it’s not too hard to get there. Everyone you meet will warn you about the dangers of the Abu Sayyaf terrorists who are active in the jungle and have carried out some recent kidnappings.
There is no accommodation in the city so you’ll need to go to the local University to get a room. There is a ‘hostel’ there with over 70 beds but odds are you’ll be the only guest. The people at Mindanao State University are very hospitable and will treat you as an honored guest. Expect to be followed everywhere you go by someone, though. They are very concerned about security. Everyone is extremely hospitable and wants to show the world that Marawi is safe.
The University will be happy to arrange a tour of the city under armed guard. It’s really quite surreal. The city is lost in time and actually quite beautiful.

Dear Pastor Paul & Ma'am Nancy,

Greetings From Iligan

I'm very glad for what the Lord are doing here in Iligan and the new opening in Marawi, especially for the ministry of Muslim brethren.

Marawi are so excited you to go there with the team this coming June and the venue is in the Mindanao State University gym inside the campus.

We were there last Wednesday and the Lord is moving great things.

Regarding the church buildings, That's my prayer also for a long years. We will be doing our first church plant in this area. I arrange Pastors who are qualified In Marawi for interview and myself.

Thanks for considering us.

In His Mercy,

Al & Shirley

Man, this is so exciting, I’m so stoked. This is what the school is doing, real stuff in real places. ---Paul


also we just completed our new brochures giving info about the mission fields, some stats and what we are doing in these areas. If you would like one or a few just pm me with your address. You will not be added to any mailing list nor is this an appeal for funds. The stats are a real eye opener.

[Shellie]

This is awesome, Brother! I do pray for you and your work.