From the Field

This came in yesterday from Tenth missionary Jon Perry.

Dear friends,

We're in recovery mode at present with plenty to pray for.

1. Several months ago, we were asked to consider moving to Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina, to begin an international student ministry, as well as mentoring younger staff. In early May we visited the Navigator Metro ministry in Raleigh/Durham. We spent time with staff there and visited Lia, a Cornell Alumna working in the area. We've not made a decision, but also see it is an opportunity to evaluate our ministry here in the Northeast and to make sure we are where the Lord wants us to be. Please pray for wisdom.

2. Relationships with our "cousins" at Cornell are very encouraging. Several have recently told us how much they value our being here. Apparently, our help during the time of the tsunami was a significant breakthrough. Several are completing their Ph.D. dissertations and will leave within a year. Please pray for meaningful interactions with them over the Word.

3. Yesterday, we hosted a year-end picnic for many of our international students and American friends. Our guests included Indonesians, Burmese and Japanese. One was a mother of the Cornell student who started "Aceh Relief". She survived the tsunami and saved everyone in her household though many of their family died. Just in case you missed it the first time, I'm including the web site where you can find more up to date information about this rescue effort that began right in Ithaca! You can google it at

Thank you for your faithful prayers!

In Christ,
Jon & Mary