Reflections from the HOPE Volunteer Corps - Dr Mark

#1. Most challenging… Being able to coordinate things so projects could be completed in a short time. Felt a bit out of my depth and God filled in any gaps!

#2. Most memorable… Seeing volunteers working together joyfully and spurring one another on. I was amazed at how much was achieved in a short time. Also seeing a generous man, Shiv get baptised and his heart was so ready. I was amazed at God’s timing – that this all happened during the week we were in PNG!

#3. What I love… The warmth and humility of the people – you feel like royalty when you are with Papua New Guineans.

#4. Life changing decisions… To sleep out one night in Melbourne like a homeless person to help me understand more about the needs of those less fortunate. To be more prayerful and put God into the areas of my life where I am most self-reliant.

- Mark

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