Cambodia

Great to be reunited with fellow fulltimers Asha and Leivei

JY young adult bible study

Cambodian indigenous festival

The Cambodian genocide (1975–1979) saw nearly two million people killed by the Khmer Rouge under Pol Pot, targeting intellectuals, minorities, and dissidents. We visited a Killing Field memorial and met survivor Sum Rithy, and received a copy of his biography detailing his experiences

Statue of the Virgin Mary in the Mekong River 19th November, 2012

In 2012, former Buddhist Phan Van Hu of Areyksatr village dreamed of the voice of St. Mary calling him to retrieve a statue from the Mekong River, which led to the miraculous discovery of a Virgin Mary statue—believed to be a divine sign—bringing renewed faith, healing, and joy to the local Catholic community

Holy Mass before JY young adult night at Pime priest's residence

Sharing a hearty dinner with laughs that transcends beyond borders with friends from 10 countries

Night of apologetics and learning why we believe what we believe 

Good to be reconnected with Vanada Paul our training coordinator 

Initial encounter retreat for 60 girls 40 of whom are Buddhist

Small groups to reinforce earlier keynote

Even with one ball we're able to run dodge ball

Powerful night of adoration, many experienced Jesus for the first time, was able to forgive family members and friends, and some even has expressed desire to join the Catholic church

With Simon our friend, a very talented musician and translator

Sister Bernadette, originally from South Korea, treated us to a delicious homemade Korean dinner