According to the United Nations, a refugee is a person “forced to flee their own country and seek safety in another country.” As we’ve been studying the history of Limassol, we read about Iraqis who have fled their country, whip marks scarring their backs, Israelis on vacation in Cyprus who want to be baptized into Christianity,Continue reading “Refuge”
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You serve where?
The map shows Cyprus as a tiny island tucked into the eastern Mediterranean Sea and surrounded by powerful countries and cultures. As you might have guessed, Cyprus has been ruled by such great nations as Egypt, Assyria, Rome, England, France, and the Ottoman Empire, among others. Each left their mark. Even now, Turkey rules overContinue reading “You serve where?”
Whew!
Getting ready for the mission is a lot of work. There are the medical requirements, the packing list, the housing arrangements, the final goodbyes, and the last minute training from the MTC. I thought once I stepped on the plane I could rest a bit, but I was in for a rude awakening in Paris.Continue reading “Whew!”
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