Two groups of former Papua New Guinea missionaries recently had double cause for celebration, as the Evangelical Lutheran Church of Papua New Guinea (ELCPNG) marks 140 years since the arrival of pioneering missionary Johann Flierl and 50 years since the church declared its autonomy.

by Colleen Fitzpatrick

But land that produces thorns and thistles is worthless and is in danger of being cursed. In the end it will be burned (Hebrews 6:8).

by Colleen Fitzpatrick

For the word of God is alive and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit (Hebrews 4:12a).

by Colleen Fitzpatrick

As it is written: ‘How beautiful are the feet of those who bring good news!’ (Romans 10:15b)

by Colleen Fitzpatrick

For they are well instructed; their God teaches them (Isaiah 28:26).

by Colleen Fitzpatrick

Let my teaching fall like rain and my words descend like dew, like showers on new grass, like abundant rain on tender plants (Deuteronomy 32:2).