Hearts and HOPE

 Hope the New Year has begun well for all! I know many struggle but lets keep hope!       Todays... More

Carmelas Home, changes and growth

Todays 2017 update is written by Team leader Nam. Enjoy;         Carmela's Home is forever the heart of mine. It is not only because I was in charge of this home... More

Hope for Girls in Crisis

When one of the first babies was born at our unwed-mothers home, we visited the mother and newborn at the hospital. I asked our govt. Partner, "what... More

Hal's Home Updates

Over the next few weeks I'll be sending out "year-end" reports on our different programs. Todays is on Hal's Home, written by gibtk team leader Tuyen.  It is our young mens... More

Leaving a legacy Note from Tam

I hope your enjoying the holidays. I know for many it is a time of great joy and others some sadness to. Todays note is from Tam, GIBTK's... More

Floods, security and most importantly friends...

Before I begin to update you on all the APEC dealings,  allow me to update on the recent typhoon and flooding. As of a day ago there is 89 reported... More

Unplanned

 Another unplanned trip to Vietnam. The APEC (Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation) conference has begun, and it was suggested I "should" be... More

She knows my name!

 Todays "journal" is written by long time personal friend, a long time GIBTK "cheerleader" Karla DeSimone. Truly an example of nurturing relationships. She probably (ok does... More

Wanna make God laugh

 Funny how so often when my first response (usually based in self) is no. It was so when I was invited to for the pre-APEC reception. "Thank you but no I just got home..." And so much... More

Guess what?

 Guess what? Yup back in Vietnam already. But before I get to that let me send out my prayers for those affected by hurricanes Irma and Harvey. It has been very tough for so many. Also I have to... More