BACK TO THE PHILIPPINES!

We made it back to the Philippines on Dec. 2. Gary's MRI came back clear. We are still waiting on word of the PETscan , but the doctor acted like he expected that to be clear as well. Words just can't express our joy to be home at last. God has been so good to us! So many times, I thought I would be making this journey without Gary. I am so thankful he is by my side!Our people at Bethel Baptist Church, Quezon City, gave us such a warm welcome. They surprised us by acting as if they really did not know us ... greeting us very unemotionally. After the worship service, Pastor Jun announced, "Let's welcome Pastor Gary and family!" Then BOOM BOOM, confetti was flying and they all swarmed us, hugging, kissing and crying for joy. What a reunion! Many talked how Gary is a living testimony of what God can do. So many thankful hearts, lifting their praise to God for allowing Gary to return.

The choir sang, "It is Well with My Soul", and they had a short video of a little golf ball, who was a long way from home and went through rough times but finally made his way back. It was a great picture of what Gary's journey has been like. I am having trouble with slow Internet loading it, so will try later.

We are anxious to get back to the work God has called us to do. Please pray that Gary will recover his strength and stamina and be able to accomplish all that he feels God is leading him to do. Thank you for your prayers!