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We’re Having a Baby and it’s a… »

Over the past seven months we have had a number of ultrasounds, including an attempt to have a 4-d video ultrasound at the private hospital in Chiang Rai (the technician was not available) in order to determine whether we are having a boy or a girl, and until last night she just wouldn’t cooperate with [...]

Paul and Lori Vernon Media Light Documentary »

A documentary created by a Media Light team in 2010 that gives a little bit of a glimpse into our lives with the Akha in Southeast Asia. A short 5-minute documentary style production by the 2010 Media Light team in Chiang Rai, Thailand. Paul and Lori Vernon are serving the Akha people in Northern Thailand [...]

The Story in Maesalong (or, “What all those depressing facebook updates have been about”) »

Before we get into all of this we have to first say a heartfelt “thank you” to all of you. Friends, family, strangers, leaders… you have all been so supportive of us and your prayers for Maesalong have been felt. I know that most of you follow us on facebook, but for those of you [...]

Boring Work is still Good Work »

We have been in a season of beginnings for about a year now. As our comfort and ministry with the Akha in Thailand has grown, opportunities have come our way to expand our ministry. Since we are part of two large organizations (Akha Outreach Foundation and Foursquare Missions International), most of the opportunities we accept [...]

Crisis in Thailand : Update »

After the violence yesterday left buildings burned, 14 dead, scores injured, a national emergency and a widespread curfew, there are glimmers of peace this afternoon. Despite the updates of possible roof snipers and pockets of violence, the core group of 5,000 protesters have apparently headed for home. (Source) We have heard from all of our Bangkok connections and [...]