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The SIM Journey: Pt 1

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Last Updated on Wednesday, 07 September 2011 11:01

Fiona and Alan Murray are about to head off to Chiang Mai, Thailand for a short placement. We wanted to share with you some of  what has gone into this preparation and what happens as they travel and experience life in Thailand. 

As single people God was already pulling on our heart strings for His world. Fiona was teaching English both as a job & also as a ministry. Through these experiences she met people from many nations, but particularly from Asia. After visits & mission trips into Asia, & working for SIM NZ, Fiona’s longing to serve in Asia grew. Alan also met  many from this part of the world, & through his work he established ongoing friendships. God then placed within him a passion for child trafficking prevention & his journey there began.

It was after they met they realized their similar geographical calling. So, after 16 months of marriage, they will embark on a short term placement in Chiang Mai, Thailand.

They will be connected with organizations involved in the prevention of child trafficking. Alan will be using his IT & website development skills, Fiona will be using her English teaching & administrative skills to support these groups in what they are doing.

What are they looking forward to? They are simply looking forward to whatever God has in store as they explore His heart for what God is calling them to. They are also looking forward to being immersed in a completely different culture & all that comes with this!

You can follow along part of the journey here or contact Fiona & Alan direct to receive their updates.