Equip





I recently spent two weeks at Wycliffe Bible Translators headquarters in Orlando for an orientation called Equip. I would describe the experience as a cross between drinking from a fire hose and a wonderful evening with great friends. :) There were around 23 of us, and we started orientation by each of us sharing how God called us to this ministry. What a wonderful group of people excited for the work God is doing through Bible translation!

During the two weeks, we went over topics like Wycliffe and their partner organizations, cultural transitions, how translation works, ideas for maintaining spiritual health, and spiritual warfare. A lot of the focus was on the practical side of gathering together a financial and prayer partnership team for my Wycliffe ministry. We practiced presentations, put together newsletters, and talked about the importance of the relationships we have with the church and brothers and sisters in Christ.

Our instructors were awesome. They served us well, made us laugh, and kept us on our toes. In addition, I was so blessed and encouraged by the others going through Equip with me. It's amazing how quickly you can develope close friendships with people who have Christ in common.


At the Discovery Center at Wycliffe's headquarters


Now I'm back in Fargo ready to start this journey. The first step that I'm working on is developing a prayer and partnership team for my Wycliffe ministry. Next will be linguistics training at GIAL (Graduate Institute of Applied Linguistics). Third will most likely be French language. Finally, Africa. The timeline of when this all transpires is up to God. I will be learning to trust Him and His perfect timing these next months.


In Christ,
Kaley


PS - On our free day, a group of us went and swam with manatees! (Photos courtesy of our captain and tour guides)









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