Monthly Archives: April 2014

It rains a lot in Portland. During the winter, while most of the country was enduring subfreezing temperatures and incessant snowstorms, we had a normal winter; one short snow storm and lots of rain. We don’t do a lot of snow … Continue reading →

And the King will answer them, ‘Truly, I say to you, as you did it to one of the least of these my brothers, you did it to me.’ (Matthew 25:40) The story of Bright Hope English School began when … Continue reading →

We are on Delta 179 at 37,000 feet over North America and bound for home. In mathematics, the Greek symbol for delta is used to denote change, especially as it occurs over time. It is a symbol for transformation, something … Continue reading →

Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand. (Isaiah 41:10) Amusement theme parks try to create a feeling … Continue reading →

“Drink it in!” That was what I said to Grant as we were careening down a Nepali highway – three vehicles abreast charging along towards the west and three coming at us towards the east (on a two lane highway). … Continue reading →