COVID measures have relaxed in most of the world, but on Chuuk, restrictions recently only lifted enough to allow a wife to finally return home. How would you manage two years apart from your family?
Life goes through seasons. Kaela spent her summer serving on Saipan, but all did not go as anticipated. She wondered if God could bring harvest from a summer that felt like a failure?
The Marshall Islands spans 750,000 square miles. This summer, the Ebeye SDA Church pastor traveled to two of these remote islands, connecting people to Christ through health and evangelistic meetings.
We have heard what the Lord did with some bread and two fish (John 6). But what can He do with piles of literature and two willing hearts reaching out to a small island in the Pacific?
Missionaries often enter dangerous ground in the mission field. A former student missionary to Pohnpei recalls standing among potentially fatal weapons and seeing God's providential protection.
Members of the Delap Seventh-day Adventist Church on Majuro took a health initiative and literally ran with it. What began as a GMM-wide 5k series in the winter has grown into new local health events!
Dr. Wresch fondly recalls the site visit that drew him to serve Guam three decades ago. A welcoming church member named Tommy Cruz introduced him to the beauty and history of this intriguing island.
Dr. Robert Wresch, an ophthalmologist at the Guam SDA Clinic, retired this summer after more than three decades of service to his patients, his church family, and the Guam-Micronesia community.
The SDA clinic and school celebrated the accomplishments of 50 years of medical ministry and 40 years of Christian education. The true cause for celebration is found in their patients and students.
Tons of Adventist magazines and tracts are flooding our islands! Pray that the messages reach receptive hearts and cause a tidal wave of health and spiritual revival.
Are you a Cain or an Abel? When the Marshallese people on a remote island welcomed their Ebeye visitors with the best that they had, Rebeca wondered, "Like Abel, do we give everything from our heart?"
Separated from the ubiquitous stressors of personal electronics, classrooms, and deadlines, GAA students savored personal relationships, the outdoors, and s'mores over the Student Association retreat.
Pastor Idechong was only 19 years old when the tragic DePaiva murders occurred on his home island of Palau. He had the privilege of witnessing his nation heal through the powerful act of forgiveness.
The travel restrictions keeping the Marshalls free of Covid didn't stop Ebeye seniors from having fun on Spring Break. They island-hopped to Majuro for visits with schools, ambassadors, and the queen!
Master Guide Dustin Evans organized the first Pathfinder Bible Experience event for the Guam-Micronesia Mission. Club leaders on Guam helped the youth build on principles of Bible study and teamwork.
The Guam/Micronesia Alumni Missionaries Committee hosted the 5th annual reunion. The event celebrated 65 years of proclaiming the gospel through health care in the Guam and Micronesia region.
The GAA middle school girls volleyball team showed their mettle in the first season. Willing to forfeit the Sabbath games, the team not only stood out, they stood up to win first place.
How does your spiritual garden grow? Elder and Mrs. Thorp offered a masterclass in evangelism -- from weeding out unresolved pain to planting Biblical seeds until the tender harvest of new believers.
What's sweeter than a child's smile? A healthy cavity-free, pink-gummed smile! Saipan Seventh-day Adventist Clinic gave 260 kids bigger, brighter smiles by providing free dental tools and education.
How's your new year's resolution? Many GMM members began theirs early, by joining virtual holiday events from November to January that exercised every aspect of one's well-being. Let's keep it moving!
A student missionary teaches high school Bible and learns what God can do through him. When Tobias allowed God into his life and classroom, he experienced God move in big ways.
A uniquely tropical Christmas tree greeted visitors who welcomed the new year at Pohnpei SDA School. This symbol helped celebrate the hundreds of ways we can live and shine for Jesus all year long.
Delegates from churches and organizations across GMM convened for the quinquennial constituency session. The two-day virtual event cast a vision to further the gospel over the next five-year term.
If you've ever lived with a toothache, you can imagine the gratitude when it's relieved. That's the joy the Saipan SDA Clinic provided on Rota with free dental services that went on to touch hearts.
Pastor Matthew Kirk, our GMM president, reminds us to trust in the Lord with prayer and thanksgiving. May we remain faithful to Him as our lives testify of God’s goodness.
Guam Adventist Academy’s middle school cross country teams brought home double gold in their rookie year. However, the real gains were made through a season of mentorship, teamwork, and witnessing.
When the Marshallese borders reopened in time for this school year, only one new missionary arrived on Ebeye. What led her to this tiny island with a tremendous need for teachers? What might lead you?
When God led two missionaries to serve the same year as teachers on Palau, their love for mission drew their paths closer together. Now they have returned to Palau to serve as a married couple.
It took two years, but Dylan is finally getting to serve as a student missionary. COVID, and even his own health scare, were just a few of the bumps in the road that eventually brought him to Kosrae.
How did you show your Pathfinder spirit this year? Pathfinders in GMM celebrated the World Pathfinder Day through songs, sermons, and serving their communities with "a message to tell to the world".
Rachel, like other missionaries serving the Marshall Islands this year, endured nearly a month of quarantine and other setbacks to get to Delap SDA School. What finally replaced her growing doubt?
As Jesus drew people to His side through His love and presence, a missionary in Saipan demonstrated the same kindness to reach a young heart. Discover how her patience was rewarded.
Do plans ever go as, well, planned? A Walla Walla University student followed her calling to become a missionary, but the road took a few unexpected turns. Find out why it was worth the delays.
Pastor Matthew Kirk arrived on Guam this month to assume his new role as the 17th GMM president. We look forward to God using Pastor Kirk's leadership to advance the gospel across the region.
"Thank you" to Pastor Mafnas for nearly two decades of service in the Guam-Micronesia Mission. This Guam son is upgrading his education to win more souls to Christ through the right arm of the gospel.
Everyone loves reunions! Schools across GMM are welcoming back student missionaries. After 18 long months, we give God the glory for the return of SMs to the islands! It was not an easy road back.
The first GLOW tract in the Marshallese language has been published! It was ignited by a missionary's love for her students and is spreading like wild fire across the Marshall Islands.
A pandemic couldn't stop these women! GMM Women’s Ministries has been busily sharing Jesus with the islands. With Bags of Love, tracts of hope, and touches of joy, they're building bridges of healing.
We express our heartfelt appreciation to Pastor Cunha and his family for their service to the people of Guam-Micronesia. We pray for God's blessings as they begin to minister in their home country.
Fhine went to Chuuk with the desire to be God's living testimony of love. When she faced unexpected tragedies, she had to cling tighter to the God that she came to share with others.
Think outside the box and work from inside a booth! Church members use an obsolete telephone booth as their newest way of communicating God's love to the people on Pohnpei.
Missionaries leave the security of home, family, and sometimes, even their rice and water. Why take the risk? After three years on Chuuk, one young woman describes the privilege of seeing God at work.
Covid put the brakes on Saipan SDA Dental Clinic’s annual community outreach last year. But on May 28th, nothing stopped the team from brightening smiles with their "Clinic with a Heart" drive-thru.
It's official! We've been blessed with a new channel for ministry at 630 on the AM dial! Located on Guam, these radio waves reach Chuuk and Yap. Learn how it happened and what you can do to help.
What can five months teach you? As one first-time missionary teacher prepares to leave Guam, he reflects on the changes that a single semester made in his life and in those of his students.
A tiny island became the launching pad for a path to mission service. Recently a volunteer at Total Health Spokane, Schley describes how she first learned on Ebeye what is and isn't service.
Do you have a missionary spirit and a teacher's heart? Davis does! He not only found a job, but a purpose when he became a 3rd grade teacher at Palau SDA Elementary School three years ago.
A dot in the middle of the ocean, it is easy to overlook the tiny island of Ebeye. But the faithful teachers at Ebeye SDA School seek treasures that will last for eternity -- hearts for Christ.
Purpose is not a destination, it's a journey. One Union College graduate looks back on how God revealed each step, leading her into a fourth year of service in the Guam-Micronesia Mission.
GAA Angels showed up to work! The girls' volleyball and boys' inaugural cross country teams represented their proud Guam Adventist Academy family. Making the podium, both teams stood for excellence.
In January, Pastor Cunha left Guam for what was to be a week-and-a-half trip to Portugal. Several prayer-filled nights at the airport and 38,000 miles later, he was finally reunited with his family.
What's better than getting fit? Getting fit with friends! The Guam SDA Clinic sponsored an F5 Challenge with the goal of creating new friendships while having fun, getting fit, and promoting health.
Elder Ken Norton has served as president of the Guam-Micronesia Mission for five years. As he departs to lead the Montana Conference, GMM wishes him and his family God's continued blessings.
The pandemic once again provided an opportunity! The 4th annual Alumni Reunion for Guam Micronesia clinic missionaries was online this year, widening its reach, including to student missionaries.
Chuuk SDA Church is praying for spiritual revival! Pastor Ifa shared the three angels' message of Revelation and witnessed hearts and lives change as they responded to the Holy Spirit.
What do you consider essential? A roof over your head? Flushing toilets? Progress to improve some our school facilities was slowed, but not stopped. Praise God for moving these projects to completion.
A missionary, who left Ebeye just before COVID forced closures, has come back to the islands. This time from Guam, he is teaching students from a distance and learning about himself by serving others.
We congratulate President Surangel Whipps Jr. as he leads Palau! President Whipps is an active Adventist member and his values of family and faith were highlighted during his inauguration in January.
How many times should we forgive? What about forgiving those meant to protect you? Fathers? Husbands? When Lily gave her life to Jesus, she broke a cycle of hurt and opened the door to bless others.
Will anyone show up? This was the question Pastor John faced when deciding whether to hold their annual Ten Days of Prayer program. By grace, Pohnpei SDA Church experienced the biggest attendance yet.
Guam inmates were further removed from society during the pandemic. Families cannot visit nor drop off items because of the restrictions. But God made the way for JOY to reach these isolated souls!
Abuse. Porn. Healing. The GMM Women’s Ministries Department raised awareness and offered tools to address these taboo subjects in the context of island culture.
Catching turkey, visiting prison, and greeting the new year on a beach were some of the holiday activities enjoyed in Chuuk. Pastor Ifa describes how turbulent weather could not dampen their spirits.
Most can't wait for 2020 to end. Start the new year with "Hope Now". Because COVID pushed our tent meetings on Guam to a digital platform, all islands and beyond can now join the Bible seminars LIVE!
Youth Ministries Director Pastor Intong shares how youth across the region are on fire for Christ. Young people are engaging in church activities and giving their hearts in baptism.
In the age of digitalization, is literature evangelism still relevant? Pastor John describes opportunities to place tracts in the hands of everyone from school children to civic leaders in Pohnpei.
The health message is called the "entering wedge" of evangelism. The recently formed AMEN team of Guam-Micronesia unites medical providers and pastors in the work of healing souls.
Thanksgiving is a time to reflect on our blessings, but with so much changed by the "new normal" of the pandemic, how do we celebrate? Thankfully, there is a Gift we can always be thankful for.
The Ebeye SDA School has been both blessed and challenged by the pandemic. As other Ebeye schools closed, SDA enrollment increased, yet closed borders means a greater need of online teaching support.
Just in time for the holiday season, JOY FM launches "The Story Channel". Enjoy the gift of story time 24 hours a day with this new web streaming channel. Gather round, it's time for a story!
The NAD Health Ministries Department challenged people across the division to move physically and spiritually. Participants from GMM islands connected over fitness, faith, and new friendships.
The liberation from World War II introduced Guam to Adventistism. When a family offered hospitality to a military visitor, they opened the door to more than they expected.
Pastor Ifa visits the SDA members in the western islands of Chuuk. They enjoy this fellowship only once or twice a year due to limited transportation, yet each time, bonds are strengthened.
Home visits in Pohnpei led to a family with roots in Adventist education. Through an offer for Communion, the church learned that spiritual seeds had been planted in this home by the local SDA school.
The NAD Adventist Community Services provided a relief fund to support food pantries. The Agat-Santa Rita SDA Church experiences the joy of seeing their community's response when meeting their needs.
Local teachers and long-term missionaries provide an essential bridge between the old and new school years. Read what one school was up to this summer to engage children during the summer break.
Hands and hearts in action speak louder than words, as members in Pohnpei clean their community. Volunteers accepting a neighborhood invitation embodied Christian stewardship to local officials.
By God's provision, all 11 SDA schools opened this year with the help of locally-hired teachers working alongside missionary teachers. They move forward in faith, while more teachers are still needed.
GMM Executive Secretary Remenster Jano calls on families to use the pandemic restrictions as an opportunity to build relationships at home and deepen our relationship with God.
Returning to PCOR-1 has not changed Guam Adventist Academy's mission. Staff respond to the increased restrictions motivated by love for their students and greater determination to continue God’s work.
Saipan SDA Church members lovingly reach out to their own congregation, local community, and across the ocean. Be inspired by their methods to meet physical and spiritual needs at this crucial time.
God blesses people with a variety of talents to serve others. One missionary describes his joy in discovering the ways God uses him to help across the Marshall Islands.
Undaunted by COVID-19 reaching their territory, the SDA church on the small island of Tinian put love into action by providing masks for their community.
A testimony of how God uses our unique lives to relate His love to others. God closed doors then opened windows of opportunity for this island girl to become what she never dreamed of - a missionary.
Closing borders has opened opportunities to spread the gospel online. Pastor Suhot uses his past experience and current situation to translate the Voice of Prophecy Bible studies into Marshallese.
Churchill Edward is our new Director of Education. As one of Pohnpei SDA Academy's own graduates, he answered the call to serve at Guam-Micronesia Mission.
Though some GMM projects were recently postponed, we are thankful for one completed in Saipan. Damaged during Super Typhoon Yutu, the faculty housing has now been replaced through generous donations.
When people were driven into isolation because of COVID-19, the work of the gospel moved on...line. Learn how churches shifted to technology to keep people spiritually connected at this critical time.
In one of the few places left in the world that remain free from COVID-19, missionaries in the Marshall Islands take advantage of this rare opportunity to reach people's hearts in personal ways.
The Director of Volunteer Ministries for North America visited his recruits on the islands of GMM to witness firsthand how missionaries live and work in Micronesia.
Ken Norton, our GMM President, shares words of encouragement in these challenging times. Amid the turbulence of the coronavirus, our own responses can bring peace to those around us.
Current and former missionaries reunited at this year's Guam Micronesia Alumni event in Loma Linda. They reflected on the progress and renewed their commitment to the work in Guam-Micronesia.
As most of our Student Missionaries are transitioning home in this COVID-19 changing world, here is a precious reminder of the positive differences that are made through their service at our schools.
GMM outlines Operational Guidelines for church meetings in relation to the number of coronavirus cases that may become confirmed on any of our islands.
Guam-Micronesia Mission has created a Coronavirus Contingency Plan effective immediately that will serve as our guide in dealing with any possible outbreak of the virus in the islands in the future.