It is a challenge to describe a ministry and its impact before having seen it in person. This is a challenge that Heather and I have as we prepare to serve with MAF and share this ministry with people. The best way to find out the specifics of MAF's impact in Indonesia has been both talking to and reading the news letters of MAF families who are already out there. But it feels like trying to soak in a beautiful view by looking through a paper-towell tube sometimes!

Today I read the newsletter of an MAF pilot from Wamena, one of the bases we very well could end up on in Papua, Indonesia. It was fascinating to read his colorful description of Wamena and the flying that he does. A few things that stuck out...

"One missionary told me "It took you 50 seconds to fly over what it takes me a whole day to hike!"

"I personally medevac a critically ill or injured person almost every day I fly."

(picture....caption) "Difficult flight.....taking a patient home so he can die. His mom lays her hand on her son while we pray before departing."

(picture....caption) "Best part....bringing a very sick woman to Wamena so she can go to the hospital."

(picture...caption) "A celebration at a new airstrip called Sinokla. For a time I was the only pilot serving this remote airstrip! A dangerous 5 day hike to Wamena from this village is a 30 minute flight for me!"

If you would like to read these stories for yourself and see the pictures, check out MAF Pilot Isaac Rogers' newsletter here