New Crew member found strolling on A-Deck.

Latest Update: 30 July 2005
Just to let you know, Bill and I will begin a 3 month leave of absence beginning on August 8. We will be going home during that time. While at home we will reevaluate and make a decision on the future.
As you may know, the ship has been placed in “Lay-up” mode and will be out of service for a time. Mercy Ships is evaluating the ship for much needed repairs and possible remodel for its future. There is a small group of “Caretakers” who have remained on board to watch over the ship and we have been part of that for 2 months.
We very much appreciate your financial support of us these past 20 months but would ask that you take a “leave of absence” from our support during this next 3 months. We will let you know what our plans are as soon as we hear from the Lord. We do ask, however, that you continue to hold us up in prayer as we seek the Lord’s guidance.

Our verse for our time with Mercy Ships remains ~

Micah 6: 8
He has shown you, O man, what is good. And what does the Lord require of you but to do justly, and to love kindness and mercy, and to humble yourself and walk humbly with your God?

Bless you! We could not have done this work without the prayerful support of our beloved friends. We are humbled and so very grateful for all the encouragement you have been to us during our time with Mercy Ships.

In the Service of our Lord,
Bill and Rebecca Long