Hello, Cornerstone Family!
My name is Renée Dick, and I have been a part of this body of believers for eight years. Many of you are already aware of my interest in missions work in Papua New Guinea (PNG). Guess what? This year, I have the opportunity to go visit! My dad and I will be leaving July 20 and returning August 11. We will stay with the Twombly family in Madang, PNG, a small town off the eastern coast. I will be observing their life and praying for clarity if God would have me serve there one day.
Currently, I am pursuing working with a mission’s organization called Finisterre Vision (FV). FV’s goal is to plant thriving churches in the Finisterre Mountain Range in Papua New Guinea. The Twombly family, among many others, are working their way into reaching the numerous tribes in the region with the gospel of Jesus Christ. One by one, we hope to see a solid church in every one of those tribes.
If it were up to me, I would take off in a plane tomorrow for PNG. However, as in every field, training is needed. Lord willing, here is my step-by-step plan towards PNG:
1. Graduate. I am currently working on my associate degree at Butler in elementary education. Hopefully, this will prove to be useful to me on the mission field as I teach literacy to the tribe and teach Bible studies. I plan to finish spring 2025.
2. Radius International. Finisterre Vision is sending their potential missionaries to Radius International in Tijuana, Mexico. This is a one-year missions program designed (to the best of their ability) to simulate missions life in a foreign context. Here, I will learn the how-to’s of missions life, such as learning a language by ear, eating the same foods every day, and cooperating with a team in stressful situations. Hopefully, Radius will accept me for August 2025.
3. The Last Straw. After completing Radius, I plan to come back to the States before taking off for PNG. Support-raising, language learning, and team building will occupy my time. Then, I plan to buy a one-way ticket to Papua New Guinea…
Do I need help? Yes! Here are a few ways you can support me in this daunting season.
· Pray. Please pray that God would give me clarity on this upcoming trip for my own future to serve there.
· Give. If you would like to help me financially towards my trip this summer, I would greatly appreciate it! You can write a check to Renee Dick or speak to me about how to give.
· Visit My Website. My father has assisted me with creating a website for my journey to PNG. Here you can learn more about PNG, see a link to Finisterre Vision and Radius International, and understand my reason for going.
Thank you for praying for me! Love you, Cornerstone Family!
Renée
Praying for you. Love how the Lord is working in your life.
Thank you for your prayers Vicky!
Praise God for His leading you in this way, Renee. We will watch this space for your updates and will continue to pray for you.
Thank you Mr. O’Neill!!
Renee, we are praying for you and your dad as you go forth to do God’s work. We are proud of you for listening and submitting to God’s calling on your life. Rebekah & Matt Reddick