As the Southeastern team completes its work and returns to the U.S., these are the quotes we most remember.

“We were encouraged to know that our labor hasn’t been in vain … they see that it is beyond just Bible stories, that it’s actually the power of God through the Gospel coming forth,” said Rachel, on her time training national Christians in chronological Bible storying.

“The pastors here have been asleep, and now they’re awake,” said a local pastor after a training session.

“We are one body, held together, and we are supporting each other,” said a Southeastern team member on the support he received from his teammates.

“If we get baptized, everyone will know we’re Christians, and it means that our daughters won’t be able to get married one day,” said a new believer after a Bible study on baptism.

“We need to make sure we let the people at home know the importance of prayer and how big of a role they play in God’s work, even though they’re not here,” said a Southeastern team member.