Macedonian Trip to the Türks

To see Türks in Macedonia was a culture shock for Brian and I, but it was a pleasure to serve the people through translation to improve their medical and economic situation. This is one of the favorite part of Gina's trip was talking to these young girls. They are all 18-20 years old, have only a 4th grade education, and are waiting to be married. In the meantime, they live with their families and help on the farm. They were so sweet and curious about us, and really open to talking. Please pray now for the Türks in Macedonia!

Brian and Gina took a trip to Macedonia to help with translation work for a medical team. Brian also assisted with an agricultural project to help Türkish farmers begin to learn to care and raise sheep for income. Here is one of the shepherds and his wife.

At a Turkish home in Macedonia, Gina helps a little girl, Sibel, walk with the help of her mother to see her new wheelchair. Many Türks left from the Osman Empire live scattered throughout parts of Eastern Europe. They are Türks according to culture, language and religion. The Türks in Macedonia live in small villages near or up in the mountains and live as farmers or growing tobacco.