Toul Sleng

[Blogger's note: I have posted 12 pictures of "Toul Sleng," mentioned by Pastor Bob on this post. I have been to that place and still remember vividly how it affected me. I warn you, though, SOME OF THE IMAGES WILL BE DISTURBING, so don't scroll down if you don't desire to see them. These pictures were taken by Hillary Smith, a member of our church, who was in Cambodia recently.]

Hey, Everyone!

Thanks so much for your comments and, most of all, your prayers. It's encouraging to read that people are praying and interested! I'll try to keep you updated as often as possible about our activities!

No trip to Cambodia would be complete without an education concerning the regime of the Khmer Rouge under Pol Pot. Today we visited Toul Sleng, the holocaust museum commemorating the Cambodian genocide. What a powerful reminder of the depravity of man! This former high school was turned into a prison under Pol Pot where torture forced confessions that led to the murder of thousands. Photographs on the wall and barbed wire above the fences and in front of the buildings reminded all of us of the atrocities committed there only about 30 years ago. Many sobering moments throughout this visit.......... but especially when I saw paintings depicting the horrible acts performed.

Tomorrow we may visit a "state-run orphanage" just to get a comparison as to how others are doing this work. I believe the ministry of Asia's Hope far exceeds what others are trying to do because we have an eternal motivation to love, give, pray, clothe, feed and share Christ with these beautiful children.

On Friday we travel to Battambang, where we'll connect with Kevin and Jill Kane (and they've promised... are you ready? .... ICE CREAM!). I will enjoy several meetings with them in the days following our arrival. Please especially pray for the dedication, celebration and party planned for "Grace Place," our orphanage in Battambang on Saturday, where I'll be speaking.

Also pray for the worship service on Sunday when I'll have the privilege of speaking in B-bang to about 175 orphan children, AH staff members, and our dear friends & missionary colleagues, the Kanes.

Thanks again for your prayers for our health, safety, and effectiveness! We need them and depend on them.

Pastor Bob


WARNING: SOME DISTURBING IMAGES FOLLOW!