Category Archives: Newsletters

We returned to Thailand in July and had the opportunity to visit most of the areas where Under the Son Ministries is evangelizing. When we left the U.S., we knew we would be participating in several house dedications and church visits. (Click on “September 2018” above to view the complete newsletter.)

It is with sad hearts that we share the passing of Grandma Ruth. She went to her heavenly home on May 8th and will be dearly missed. (Click on “June 2018” above to view the complete newsletter.)

Finding a way to get electricity in the villages has always been a challenge. Zaccheus lives in a village that has no electricity unless you have a generator or solar panels. Judah and Leah have been without electricity in their new mission house. (Click on “March 2018” above to view the complete newsletter.)

We are in Thailand at this time. We are keeping busy during these two weeks. We will share more about this trip in our next newsletter. (Click on “December 2017” above to view the complete newsletter.)

In the fall of 2012, the new house was finished at Gethsemane Home. One of the great things about the new house was that it gave Newa a big kitchen. Over the last several years, Newa has cooked thousands of meals in her kitchen. But there are a couple of issues for Newa that come from cooking inside, smoke and grease. (Click on “September 2017” above to view the complete newsletter.)

We all know how involved children here in the States can get with summer activities. We have noticed that the same is true for several of our children at Gethsemane home. During their summer break, four children from Gethsemane Home represented Chiang Mai province in a national 15 and under cricket tournament held in Chanthaburi province. (Click on “June 2017” above to view the complete newsletter.)

We always enjoy this time of year seeing new growth take place. In the same manner, we are celebrating the growth that is happening with Under the Son Ministries through the work of those on the mission field in Thailand. With this growth comes many changes and the need for sacrifice in our efforts to spread the gospel of Christ. We thank you for the continued prayers and sacrifices you have made to support our ministry team. (Click on “March 2017” above to view the complete newsletter.)

As we look back on 2016, we see many ways God has blessed Under the Son Ministries. The year started with a January visit that saw several people from the States witnessing firsthand the impact of the ministry in Thailand. (Click on “December 2016” above to view the complete newsletter.)

It finally happened! After over a month of negotiations, that even included changing the location of the road that goes through the property, the Lahu Shehleh leaders finally got the land they wanted. On the day Steve was preparing to leave Thailand, the last of the funds needed were secured and papers were signed. (Click on “September 2016” above to view the complete newsletter.)

We are packing our bags and will be returning to Thailand for an extended period of time. Our first stop will be in Washington, D.C., to spend some time with Elli and our children. We will leave there for Thailand on July 5th and arrive on July 7th. Donella will stay through the end of July, and Steve will not return until September 16th. (Click on “June 2016” above to view the complete newsletter.)