I was raised in Panama. In all my life I could never have imagined a scenario such as what we are now experiencing. The Panama I knew in the mid to late 1980’s was characterized by citizens revolting against the tyrannical Noriega regime. People out on the streets, many injured by rubber bullets and bird shot as they faced the wrath of Noriega’s feared “Doberman” riot police. Burning tires emitting thick clouds of smoke. Cars… Continue reading
As lockdown measures were announced here in Panama, I for some reason recalled the famous line by Shakespeare, “Beware the ides of March.” I must say, the timing is interesting. We know that in all circumstances the Lord is faithful. Not knowing where this crisis we now find ourselves in will lead, we are thankful for some very productive months leading to this new season under lockdown. In January, February and early March, Drake and other… Continue reading
In the Darien region of eastern Panama along the Colombian border, we have developed a relationship with a ministry that equips indigenous missionaries with practical skills that enhance their ability to make disciples in off-grid settings. Such skills include field sanitation systems, water access and filtration methods, and similar appropriate technologies that enhance the chances of accessing remote communities otherwise closed to outsiders. Our friends in this ministry it has become a fantastic way to… Continue reading
