Finally – putting faces to names! Funny
thing, I went in feeling like I knew Steph before actually meeting her. I had
heard much about her from those around AIM and corresponded with her for some
time. She is a former World Racer.
On a return trip to Haiti this past summer…Steph and my father, Gary,
spent time in ministry together. He spoke highly about her, which increased my excitement. I learned once arriving in Cambodia that
I had actually already met Meredith and had shared a good laugh (no surprise…we laughed together after each getting a Thai massage)! I
enjoyed getting to know each gal…each so different and having so much to offer.
Stephanie, Meredith, Amarja, and Elise
are AIM’s “Cambodia Girls”. These 4 women committed to living in
Phnom Penh for 2 years. For the 4 months that they’ve been there, they’ve dove
into language study as well as forming relationships with those in their
neighborhood, in the restaurants and shops they frequent, and in the ministries
they work in. They have become an active and vital part of the anti-trafficking
movement in Southeast Asia.
We went to Cambodia to debrief and pour
into them, to hear their stories of how they became part of this team and what
God’s been teaching them since they arrived, how we can help/pray for them, and
to bring back any questions they have concerning logistical details like
budgeting and a possible long term AIM presence in Cambodia.
and we saw them almost every day during our visit. We were able to spend time
with each of them separately, which was great. We saw their home, ate many
meals together, saw their everyday lives in their ministries, and hung out
together. (Elise was unable to join us for dinner…as she is sick with dengue.)
goodies from the States for them, meals (we were able to cover more than one!),
1 hour full body massages for each girl, and ministry/transportation expenses.
Thank you so much for your generosity! It really blessed them- and us! Our big dinner happened in the above pictures. Below is where we had massages! One hour for $10!
are incredible! Each one is so gifted and love their hearts for the Lord… and
for the people of Cambodia… it is inspiring. I am thankful to call them
friends and will continue to support them from far away.
REQUESTS |
physical health | Amarja is currently recuperating from
dengue and now Elise has dengue as well. Please pray that the other girls
remain healthy and that Elise and Amarja will get well soon!
greater language ability | These girls are studying and speak
Khmer in their everyday lives! Pray for comprehension as they speak to the
Khmer people, even beyond their studying efforts. Pray that people will come to
know the Lord because they heard the gospel in their language!
For
continued team unity, as well as personal growth | It’s
easy to get caught up in the “work” of ministry and not spend as much
intentional time with the Lord and with your teammates. Please pray their
relationships remain strong!
For their jobs | These girls have important roles with local
ministries/NGOs and have incredible influence in the anti-trafficking movement.
Please pray for wisdom for them!
Good pix! We (some of us at AIM) should get together once in a while and pray for good health for these ladies. I’m proud to be associated with these warriors. joe
We missed you around the office, but I’m glad you were there pouring into the lives of these ladies. You are a “Rock” star sister!