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A New Bible School Experience

Visiting Malaysia - Malaysia is located in the heart of Southeast Asia. Consisting of 127,000 sq. miles (330,200 sq. km), Malaysia is divided into two main regions: Peninsular Malaysia, which lies just south of Thailand, and East Malaysia, which can be found north of Indonesia on the island of Borneo. These two regions are divided into thirteen states and federal territories. Although East Malaysia occupies the larger portion of Malaysia's total area, it is primarily comprised of undeveloped land and jungles. Malaysia is a land of fascinating sights and attractions. Rich in color and contrasts, her multi-faceted charm provides intriguing images that leave visitors to the country in awe. The natural warmth of Malaysians is legendary; wherever one goes, the friendliness and hospitality of the people would prove to be a very special experience. Malaysia is paradise. Its sun-drenched beaches, enchanting islands, diverse flora and fauna, forest retreats and magnificent mountains are...

Back in the Penh

Family wagon in PP We (K, Ezekiel and myself) arrived back in the Penh just over a fortnight ago, ready for a 4-month stay.   Luke and Jess, as well as a contingent of Khmer left for the Malaysian Bible School just 12 hours after we arrived so we spent the first week reacquainting ourselves with the BEC and assessing the changes in the dorms and the city itself.   We were excited to have Esther and Deb visit for a few days and for a while it was just like old times, visiting favourite haunts, chatting with Khmer friends and swinging on hammocks overlooking the Mekong while chowing down frogs and fish. Unfortunately I succumbed to some form of throat infection half a week after we arrived, and spent a few days downing garlic and Echinacea tablets in order to boost my immune defences.   The end of the week came and we discovered that in Malaysia Jess had been battling something similar.   Two painful flights later and she was bedridden for a week, wi...