They ran to the bathroom hand in hand. I smiled to myself. I knew something was up. I continued to put away Bibles and clean my desk. Others were washing dishes and preparing to leave. I glanced over towards the bathroom - no girls. I kept on working slowly at my desk anticipating what might happen. One minute later I noticed Bayaraa linking arms with the girls and walking towards me. "Mary!" Bayaraa exclaimed with a big smile, "We need you!" Bayaraa and the girls walked briskly off to the other room.

Hours before, these two girls (veterinary students) had come to the Bible study early to talk to Bayaraa. They asked many questions about the Christian life and expressed some of their concerns. Bayaraa, who is a real evangelist and has led over 19 of her family members to the Lord, answered their many questions. Then we had the veterinary student Bible study. After Bible study is when these two girls went skipping off to the bathroom.

Some of the V.E.T. Net men with Richard and Mary

I entered the room and all three had huge smiles. Bayaraa translated for them and said that they were ready to accept Jesus Christ as their personal Lord and Savior and commit their lives to Him! Halleluiah! After praying the prayer of salvation they wanted to tell Richard of their decision so they ran off to find their new brother in the Lord. They had a joy unspeakable! It was so very exciting!

As we left the offices that night we walked out into the most beautiful snowfall I have ever seen. We had not realized that it had been snowing for hours. It was so picturesque, so calm, so peaceful and even warm (for Mongolia). As Richard and I walked arm in arm to our home it reminded us of the verses in John 4:34-35 "Jesus saith unto them, "My meat is to do the will of him that sent me, and to finish his work. Say not ye, There are yet four months, and then cometh harvest? Behold, I say unto you, Lift up your eyes, and look on the fields; for they are white already to harvest." With white snow all around us we were reminded of the many Mongolian souls who were ready or almost ready for the harvest, that is to accept Jesus Christ as their Savior! We are so honored to be part of this harvest and to watch V.E.T. Net reach their nation for Christ.

Sally tasting the Mongolian traditional drink with George and Mary looking on – all in our dells

As we approach our two year anniversary living in Mongolia, (February 14, 2006), we reflect back to what seems like such a short time ago when we made the decision to say "Yes, we will go." At that time the decision was to go for two years (which seemed like an eternity then). As the two years has quickly passed, we realize that our work is not finished yet here in Mongolia. We do not sense a release to leave yet. In fact, we have a tremendous peace to stay. We will commit to another two year term. We will have a short furlough this summer and return to America from July to September. During this time we will help George get settled in what he will be doing over the next few years. We hope to be able to spend time with John but not sure where he will be stationed during those months. We will also be visiting churches and supporters. We are open to speak to groups, churches or individuals; mainly anyone who wants to hear about what God is doing in Mongolia.

Ganzo and Argia help Argia’s Grandmother celebrate Tsagaan Sar

In September, Richard, Sally and I will return to Mongolia. Sally is very happy that the Lord is directing us to stay in Mongolia. She has made some really good friends here even though she misses her wonderful Tulsa friends. Fortunately she can stay in touch with them through AIM and MSN messaging and occasional visits back to Tulsa.

We thank you for your prayers and appreciate your prayer and financial support so much. Through you we are able to touch many lives for Christ. It is like you are here with us. We pray that God's blessings will overtake you "And all these blessings shall come on thee, and overtake thee, if thou shalt hearken unto the voice of the Lord thy God." Deuteronomy 28:2.

In His Service,

Richard, Mary, George and Sally