Sursurunga New Testament Dedication
In 1987, Gertrude joined Don & Sharon Hutchisson to start a literacy program among the Sursurunga. She spent two years there working among the people learning their language.
After this I looked and there before me was a great multitude that no one could count, from every nation, tribe, people and language, standing before the throne and in front of the Lamb. (Rev 7:9)
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The Procession
As the dedication started there was a procession coming down the road with everyone singing Sursurunga Hymns. How wonderful it sounded!
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The Opposition
As the progression was approaching the mission compound there was a little dramatization of the initial opposition to the Gospel as the translation was started. -
United Church Bishop and Wife
Years ago while Gertrude was working with the Sursurunga the bishop as a young man was receiving training from Gertrude as a literacy worker. -
Don & Sharon Hutchisson
Leading the procession into the Mission Compound
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One of a number of Choirs
There were a few different choirs from the area. They sang songs in Sursurunga, English, and Tok Pisin. -
The People
There were many people that gathered for the dedication. Only a portion was able to gather under the tent. -
The big hug
Ben one of the motivated translators who has worked closely with the Hutchissons is giving Sharon a big hug. It was very moving. -
An Old Man
This old man is a reminder of those who did not live to see this day. -
The New Testament
Seeing this man holding the New Testament is a reminder of why we serve here. To put the Word of God into the language of the People.
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Dancing
No celebration in Papua New Guinea is not complete with out some traditional dancing with customs. -
Roast Pig
The pig was roasted on hot stones. -
Beautiful Sunset
A beautiful ending of the day with the sunset
Photos taken by Tim Scott