Supporting Bible translation in Papua New Guinea

November 2014

Life in the US
has at times been amazing, confusing,
enlightening, overwhelming, frustrating, and
surprising. Ive loved the feeling of security and
freedom as I go on a solo, spontaneous road trip
on endlessly smooth roads in a dependable car
at interstate speeds without fear of a landslide,
scavenging pig, or holdup. Of
course, remembering to stay
to the right and appropriate
headlight etiquette took a bit of
practice.

multiple times.

Spending time with family and friends and

recognizing that so many of my quirks are
actually family traits and Garrett County customs
has been both startling and reassuring.
Relearning expected behavior and life skills like
conversational eye-contact, credit card machine
usage, and doctor referral procedures has
caused me to switch into culture learning mode

internship in Lebanon, Pennsylvania which

should begin in January. Im also still happy to
meet with partners and churches, so if youd like
to meet, please contact me. I am still planning on
returning to Papua New Guinea in May. Ive been
asked to continue as the elementary principal for
the next school year and the school personnel
are counting on my timely return.

Ive spent the last few months getting used to life

in the US, attempting to rebuild neglected
relationships, and slogging through my remaining
graduate courses. Ive been blessed to have the
opportunity to share with
several of my partner church
families and individuals. Im
ever so thankful for your
steady support and
encouragement. However, as I
Shopping is incredibly
work on processing a busy
convenient with multiple
and sometimes difficult field
options at all hours of the day
term, deal with transition
and every day of the week.
stress, and manage public
Ambling through the aisles
speaking opportunitieswhich
Some of my best moments
lined with an amazing, colorful
I am thankful for but find
during the past few months
assortment of goods was
challengingI find that my
have involved porch swings,
exciting but realizing that
introverted self requires lots of
beautiful views, and great
sesame oil and Asian noodles
quiet downtime. Im not able to
conversations.
are not grocery store staples
make as many partner
but exotic specialty items required some new
connections as I had hoped.
recipe research.
Im now finalizing details on my principal

For the word of the Lord is right and true; he is faithful in all he does. Psalm 33:4
Financial Update

Prayer Requests

Wycliffe requires that my ministry budget be at

100% before releasing me to the field. While my
budget has remained fairly stable, some
financial partners are unable to renew their
commitment. In order to return to PNG in May
my partner donations will need to increase by
$500.00/month.

Additional financial partners to meet my budget

needs

Wisdom for school leaders who are

brainstorming solutions to our chronic staffing
issues

Discernment to determine healthy furlough

commitments and adequate rest

Email:
rachel_stanton@wycliffe.org
Phone:
301-750-4274

Contributions:
Wycliffe Bible Translators
P.O. Box 628200
Orlando, FL 32862-8200
www.wycliffe.org

Address:
12421 Bittinger Road
Grantsville, MD 21536

Wycliffe accepts tax-deductible contributions by mail or at wycliffe.org. If by mail, please include a

separate note indicating, Preference for the Wycliffe ministry of Rachel Stanton, Account # 219508.