March 3, 2026 Freedom for Future Generations By Wycliffe Canada A Ne teacher reads from a Ne primer during a teacher training session Back to all stories A Ne shaman abandons his former lifestyle after encountering Jesus Han* used to be a Ne shaman. For generations—and still today—many of his people believed that angry spirits controlled their lives. To receive protection and blessings, they regularly sacrificed animals to the spirits. Shamans like Han listened to the spirits and communicated their demands, and often carried out the sacrifices themselves. It was a terrible life for Han, full of darkness. “I used to drink a lot. People used to whisper behind my back and talk about how bad I was.“ New believers in a Ne village discard a drum used for animist purposes in a public declaration of their commitment to follow Jesus. Photo: Wycliffe Canada But as his community alternated between gossiping about him and using his services as a shaman, Han was about to have an encounter that would change his life. Members of the Ne translation team regularly visited his village and shared Jesus with him. It was a slow process, but after listening to many of their sermons, Han made a decision. The way to eternal life “…I heard the only way to have eternal life is to believe in Jesus. I accepted this teaching and decided to follow Jesus. Now, I never drink and do not feel obligated to sacrifice animals to the spirits. People praise me for the good person I have become.“ A new Ne literacy teacher reads a Ne booklet during a teacher training workshop in the Kinsha region of Southeast Asia. Photo: Derryl Friesen Han is no longer a shaman. Now, he is a respected elder in his community. Recently, he and two other former shamans traveled with a small group of Ne villagers to meet with the Ne translation team. It was a momentous occasion: together, they completed the final community check (an opportunity for mother-tongue speakers to give feedback on a translation) on the very first book of the Bible translated in Ne: the Gospel of Mark. The experience touched Han deeply. “We highly respect this [translation] team because we realize they are working to show us the way of eternal life.“ Freedom for younger generations Now aged 60, Han considers himself too old for literacy. But he fervently wants younger generations of Ne to learn to read and write—so that they, too, can know God and experience the freedom that he feels. Members of the Ne community join the Ne translation team to complete the final community check of the book of Mark. Photo: Derryl Friesen *pseudonyms used Story by Ruth Richert Posted in Impact Previous Next

March 23, 2026 Letting Them Fly With Their Own Wings By Wycliffe Canada Enjoying the sunrise in a park near her home, Yo gazes across the river to the neighbouring country where the Tang people live. Photo: Derryl Friesen Back to all stories After completing the New Testament, a translator makes the difficult decision to leave a language community she has grown to love "We’ve become a family. My husband and I don’t have children of our own, so they became our children—our brothers, our sisters, our uncles. Some of them became my grandpa and grandma." Yo Artz and her husband, Bob, spent 13 years helping the Tang,* a language community in a sensitive region of southeast Asia, translate the New Testament into their own language. Living in a Tang village full-time would have attracted too much attention from the authorities, so Yo made the trip from her home in a neighbouring country whenever it was safe. Those visits cemented the love she and members of the Tang community felt for each other. "It’s amazing—every time I live in the village, how much love they give me, and how much I love them." At a Wycliffe Thai event in Mukdahan, Thailand, Yo shares a laugh with Lana,* a young Tang woman she is mentoring. Photo: Derryl Friesen Learning from the community Even though Yo was officially the linguistics and exegetical expert in the project, she often found herself learning profound lessons about faith from the Tang community. “Seeing them grow, seeing them become more brave in their faith and seeing them choose God in the midst of difficulties taught me a lot, and blessed my heart a lot. I think their faith is stronger than mine. God’s reason for putting me there was to teach me faith.“ Yo can trace significant pieces of her spiritual growth to the time she spent with the Tang community. The close relationships she developed made it especially difficult when she and Bob considered what they should do when work on the translated New Testament was complete. Watching them grow “Maybe it’s my weakness and strength at the same time: when I have invested my life with a group of people, I feel like I want to be with them until I die. But for them to grow, we need to let them fly with their own wings and stand on their own feet. We need to become father and then brother, and then friend. And then outsider. We need to finally leave and let them grow by themselves. “ Enjoying the sunrise in a park near her home, Yo gazes across the river to the neighbouring country where the Tang people live. Photo: Derryl Friesen Story by Ruth Richert Posted in People Previous Next

March 31, 2026 We Want All People to Be Able to Have It By Wycliffe Canada Surrounded by his teammates and translation consultants, Southern Pastaza translator Felix Cueranari (third from left) checks a portion of Scripture at a translation workshop. Photo: courtesy of AIDIA Back to all stories A testimony from Felix Cueranari, Pastaza Sur (Southern Pastaza Quechua) translator It wasn’t easy. It never has been. The task of translating God’s Word into our own language is hard, demanding and often exhausting. But in the midst of every difficulty, there is one thing that always remains: the certainty that our Father God is with us. He does not leave us alone. He sustains us in the darkest moments, and gives us strength when we think we can do no more. Surrounded by his teammates and translation consultants, Southern Pastaza translator Felix Cueranari (third from left) checks a portion of Scripture at a translation workshop. Photo: courtesy of AIDIA Sometimes, when I feel weak, I remember that God sought me out even before I was born. It was not by chance. He already had a purpose for my life. And today I can say that, thanks to Bible translation, that purpose is being fulfilled. Now, every day we learn something new. We hear the voice of God speaking to us in a clear and profound way. It is no longer just a reading, it is an encounter. It is as if his Word comes alive in our language, in our culture, in our heart. And there have been changes. Not only in me, but also in my family. Community members unload water filtration systems from peque peque boats in the Pastaza region. Photo: courtesy of AIDIA Today I can speak with confidence about God. I can say with certainty that nothing is impossible when He is with us. And we feel a deep joy, a lively expectation, for the day when we will have the whole Bible in our language. But this desire is not ours alone. We want all people to be able to have it, read it and discover for themselves who God is and how immense His love is. Posted in People Previous Next

May 4, 2026 Another Piece of the Word Becomes Flesh By Wycliffe Canada Canadian team member Coralie Sikstrom watches as members of the Jade Star team share their stories in a Bangkok park. Photo: Derryl Friesen Back to all stories Visiting the Jade Star sign language team touched the hearts of Canadian church members, and challenged their faith to grow. "' I feel like I’ve seen another piece of the Word become flesh.” Meeting the Jade Star Sign Language team deeply touched Terri Taylor’s heart. She and several members of her church had traveled from near Calgary, Canada, to Bangkok, Thailand, to see Wycliffe’s work in action. They had followed Jade Star’s story in newsletters and prayer updates—but nothing prepared them for the impact of meeting in person. A sign language conference brought the Jade Star team and their families from their home country to Bangkok, providing the perfect opportunity for the two groups to connect. After conference sessions concluded, the Canadians and the sign language team piled into a minivan and drove to a local park for photos and conversation. The Canadians and the Jade Star team gather in a Bangkok park to share Scripture and testimonies. Terri Taylor (pink shirt) is third from the right. Kelly Sikstrom (blue shirt) stands in the background. Photo: Derryl Friesen Immediate connection They were all surprised by how much they could share and learn from each other, even without a common language. “They were joyful, kind, and very endearing immediately,” said Pastor Kelly Sikstrom, another trip member. Terri echoed the sentiment: “They were joy FULL. It seemed to literally spill out from them.” The abundant joy surprised the Canadians, because the Jade Star team lives in a region where life is filled with difficulties and regional conflict. As they interacted, the visitors learned more about the team’s day-to-day struggles. “We [learned] about some of the hardships they each [had] overcome with the political environment they live in. Life is not easy for them and they carry a sense of fear and anxiety all the time,” says Kelly. Clinging to God's Word But in the midst of the struggle, they cling to God’s Word. Under the shade of a gently swaying tree, as their children played nearby, the team signed Psalm 13 in unison: “How long, Lord? Will you forget me forever?…but I trust in your unfailing love. My heart rejoices in your salvation.” In their hands, the Psalmist’s words took on new emotion and depth. “Their ability to almost visually express the Word in their actions and their expressions…we’ve seen in those expressions the fruits of the Spirit. We’ve seen their joy and their peace and their love,” says Terri. Canadian team member Coralie Sikstrom watches as members of the Jade Star team share their stories in a Bangkok park. Photo: Derryl Friesen Everyone’s hearts were full when it was time to say goodbye. “We’ve been inspired, we’ve felt blessed. We’ve been just so grateful for a little bit of time with these people who are incredible,” says Kelly. Their visit continued to grow Terri’s faith long after she returned home. “The privilege of interacting with a group of people seeking to live out the Great Commission reveals things in our own hearts and lives, and challenges us to do the Word and not just know it.” Story by Ruth Richert Posted in Impact Previous Next

July 20, 2026 A Grandmother's Legacy of Faith By Wycliffe Canada Yvonne Winter at a September 2025 Indigenous Initiatives translation workshop in Calgary Photo: Henry VanderSpek Back to all stories A translator from Kingfisher Lake First Nation continues her grandmother’s legacy for future generations “I remember seeing my grandmother get up every morning, sing a hymn, and do her morning prayer in Cree. I couldn’t understand, even though I understood Oji-Cree and could even read. I think it would make her proud to know that I am doing this work today.“ Yvonne Winter holds a copy of John’s epistles, translated into Anihshininiimowin with partial English text. Photo: Henry VanderSpek Yvonne Winter is a translator from Kingfisher Lake First Nation in Northern Ontario. She grew up on the beautiful, remote reserve, watching her grandmother’s faith in action. It deeply influenced her own faith journey, and the memory of it still motivates her now, decades later. She wants to make this faith more widely understood in her community by helping to translate the Bible into her language, Anihshininiimowin.* The power of language Even though English is often spoken in Kingfisher Lake and other First Nations communities, community members say that there is something uniquely powerful about their own language. It connects with them in a way that English cannot. When the Word speaks Anihshininiimowin, it touches hearts and leads to deeper understanding. This is true for both older and younger generations, and it resonates with Yvonne’s experience. “I didn’t understand when [the Bible] was in English. But then I understood it when it was in my language. There are other people my age who speak the language who need to be fed.“ Through the process of community checking—inviting community members to give feedback on the accuracy and clarity of translated Scripture—Yvonne is building awareness and buy-in from her community for the Anihshininiimowin translation. It’s part of helping her people encounter her grandmother’s faith for themselves. *Anihshininiimowin is now the preferred term for the language, although Oji-Cree is still widely used. Story by Ruth Richert The Anihshininiimowin translation is part of Wycliffe Canada's Indigenous Initiatives, a project that partners with Indigenous communities across Canada as they translate Scripture into their heart languages. Learn more about how you can support this vital work at wycliffe.ca/campaign/summer Posted in Impact Previous Next

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September 15, 2020 A Great Harvest in Peru By Guest Contributor Back to all stories What is currently happening with the Quechua Church is truly extraordinary! There is revival! I have never seen anything like it in all the time I have been working in ministry. The Quechua people are responding by affirming their faith, as the church proclaims the love of God to new converts. Many are added daily to the church, including many who are being reconciled to God. Although the authorities have once again quarantined the Cusco region, the Quechua Church has found very inspiring ways to meet and they are doing it daily in small family groups. They also meet on the mountain tops or in the forest and along the streams. The more isolated and distant they are, the better, and no matter how long they have to walk, they gather to worship God. People are concerned about reordering their lives. Parents are dedicating their children to God and others are taking the step of baptism. The male and female leaders we trained are now serving, leading and making decisions. Now we can see with great satisfaction how God has been directing us and instructing the Quechua people, so they can function as a church at this time. I feel very fortunate to be part of this great time. I’m [thankful] that God has allowed me to see, with my own eyes, this great harvest and be in their midst, encouraging them to continue. Really, it does not matter why they are coming or [if their motivation is] fear. As Paul says, “Whether their motives are false or genuine, they preach the message of Christ, so I rejoice. And I will continue to rejoice.” Now the Quechua Church is responsible to [nurture] this great harvest by discipling the new converts. I sincerely believe that the church is prepared to do so. Source: Fredi Quintanilla, executive director of ATEK (a Wycliffe partner organization in Peru) Posted in Impact Previous Next

Africa WIEBE, Bruce and Raewyn Bruce develops alphabets for unwritten languages needing translation. He’s one of few in the world specializing in tonal languages. He travels back and forth to Mexico to consult with several language teams developing alphabets. He also coordinates staff and student research at the Canada Institute of Linguistics, Wycliffe’s training school. This helps keep translation on the cutting edge. Raewyn captured a glimpse of God’s heart for the nations through a mission trip to Papua New Guinea. She went on to train as a Bible translator. Over the past 30 years, Raewyn has served with Wycliffe through teaching, administration, leadership initiatives, and helping members share their ministry vision. She has been on hiatus to serve their family, and is now in the process of seeking a new role. Support our ministry GIVE NOW https://interland3.donorperfect.net/weblink/WebLink.aspx?name=E341555QE&id=170 Previous Next

August 27, 2025 You Are Not Alone (Canadian version) Training Partnership Development_PD Back to all videos English 0:00 to 2:59 Length 2:38 When you’re considering what it looks like to become a missionary with Wycliffe, you might have some questions and fears about the adventure that God is moving you toward. This video will encourage you. DOWNLOAD SHARE MORE FROM OUR LIBRARY Unfolding Stories Length 6:57 This unique video tells the Bible translation story through the eyes of a journalist, photographer and local colleagues on their trek around Timor, Indonesia. Race to 2025 Short Promo Length 1:08 This film is from our archives, featuring clips from past summer and winter races. For the current Race to 2025 video watch: Race to 2025: Extreme Adventure—Eternal Impact(/videos/race-to-2025%3A-extreme-adventure%E2%80%94eternal-impact) Something New Length 5:38 Dineke is living in a new world, vastly different from her homeland in the Netherlands. She and husband Klaas are right in the thick of it, learning a new language and culture. This life can be daunting. In this film, Dineke shares her fresh perspective just three months into their incredible venture. Every Tribe Will Hear Length 2:25 In the 1980s, Wycliffe founder William Cameron Townsend — affectionately known as “Uncle Cam” — delivered an inspirational speech at the memorial service of a fallen missionary. This video captures Townsend’s passion for the mission we have each been given to carry the gospel message to every nation. Previous Next

August 27, 2025 Encourage That Language related Faces of Wycliffe series Bible translation National stories Mobilization-recruitment Manager Solomon Islands Back to all videos English 3:00 to 4:59 Length 4:31 Take a trip to the island of Guadalcanal in the South Pacific. Discover how God is using a young family to bless the Malango people and other language groups in the Solomon Islands. DOWNLOAD SHARE MORE FROM OUR LIBRARY The Signs of Transformation—A journey of faith and perseverance Length 04:42 Abel could easily have given up, but he persevered. Thanks to the Lord and Abel’s dedicated team, a growing number of people in the Ethiopian Deaf community are finding purpose in Jesus. Step into a new world and discover a vibrant culture within sign language Bible translation. (Special thanks to Door International for permission to use two Scripture video portions in this film.) Bible Translation is a Justice Issue Length 02:43 Many people take it for granted that the Bible is available in their own language, and are unaware that there are hundreds of millions without that privilege – mostly from smaller, often marginalised language groups. This video explains in just under three minutes why translating the Bible is transformative for these communities, bringing greater equality, empowerment and justice. (Produced by the United Bible Societies, used with permission.) A Telling Story Length 5:04 This simple tale is really a story within a story. How do you effectively reach a language and culture built around oral stories where most of the people cannot read or write? Another in the Faces of Wycliffe series, we discover David and Christy serving in a unique Bible story-telling ministry to impact an unreached language group with the power of God’s Word. This Grand Story Length 2:02 Who is Wycliffe Bible Translators? What do they do and who are the people they serve? You might be surprised. Take a quick jaunt around the world and uncover Wycliffe’s heart and passion to see God revealed to minority language communities. Previous Next