June 7 - July 19, 2010
Libby and I are thrilled for the opportunity to serve as teachers in Guam this summer. Through much prayer and consideration, we are convinced that God would have us take part in this ministry. While teaching the Bible in any situation is a worthy endeavor, we feel particularly drawn to Pacific Islands University for its unique opportunity. PIU is truly in a strategic location, neighboring so many countries in need of the gospel. Therefore the students in our classes will represent a wide range of countries, including Micronesia, China, and Taiwan, and together will go out to make a difference for Christ all over the world. While we are faced with a great responsibility, we are honored to be able to have a part in the education that will prepare them for a lifetime of fruitful ministry.
We would ask you to be in prayer for us. Some specific ways you can be praying include…
- Adequate preparation for teaching
- Securing jobs for when we return home
- Safety in travel
- Development of relationships with our students
- Ability to be successful in teaching students of various cultures and languages
- Wisdom in discerning the specific needs of each student
- Holy Spirit's equipping us to help students grow in their knowledge of and relationship with God
Course Descriptions from PIU Catalog
BNEW 301 General Epistles - A survey of the last nine books of the New Testament including the practical book of James, the theological letter to the Hebrews, the letters of Peter and John, and the apocalyptic book of Revelation. This class begins Monday, June 14 and runs five weeks through Friday, July 16. Instructor: Mike Stroh
ENGL 81R English Reading - This class focuses on developing the vocabulary and skills necessary to read newspapers, menus, labels, written directions in simple technical manuals and/or employee manuals, and (eventually) college textbooks. This course is part of the Certificate in Basic English Program. It includes English “immersion” instruction for students with non-passing TOEFL scores. This program, which runs all day, Monday through Friday, is intended to help students to improve their English for college or employment purposes. Instructor: Libby Stroh
Interesting Facts about Guam
- It is a territory owned by the United States
- Guam is about 30 miles long and about 8 miles wide
- To drive from the southern end by Cocos Island to Ritidian at the northern end takes about two hours
- It is the largest of the 607 Micronesian islands
