Hello Everyone!

Our team of six has made it safely to Phnom Penh, Cambodia! After running through terminals to make the gate, a delay or two, and 23 hours on airplanes, we were so blessed to find our luggage all in one piece and waiting on us. Asiana Airlines is renowned for losing luggage, so we knew God had given us a special grace.

The first couple days here have been spent adjusting to climate and overcoming jet lag. It’s still hot and humid here, with smatterings of rain and lots of sunshine. We find that Cambodia is still the Land of Smiles and our hearts are as captured by the people as ever. Our three new team members have slipped into their surroundings without a hitch and each person is such a gift to For the Silent and this trip particularly.

Organization meetings officially start tomorrow! We so look forward to reconnecting with the people here that have become such dear partners in fighting child sexual exploitation and trafficking. Communicating over the phone from halfway around the world is great, but there is nothing like the connection of sharing and strategizing face to face.

Yesterday we met a 15-year old girl in front of the Royal Palace. She sells water to provide for her and her younger sister to go to school. With her bright eyes, quick smile and infectious giggle, we are reminded of what God has called us to do. We see it in the despondent lust of Western male tourists, the begging hands of a pregnant woman in the market, and the awkward toddling of a little boy on the dirty city streets. The calling is this…

“Speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves; insure justice for those who are perishing. Yes, speak up for the poor and helpless, and see that they get justice.” (Proverbs 31:8-9)

We want these children to be free from injustice, we want these men to be free from sin.

Thank you so much for your support and affection! Please keep us in your prayers as we continue to speak up in Cambodia…