Vision 2025: “To see a Bible translation program in progress in every language still needing one by 2025” will not be accomplished by “Lone Rangers.” Good translations are the result of a group of people with different skills working together, supported by those who have a passion for seeing the Bible be available to all in a language that speaks to their heart.
As Wycliffe founder Townsend stated: "We must invest heavily in our children's education. If we don't, just when their parents are most productive they will leave us to attend to their children's schooling." Children’s education is indeed a vital support arm of the Bible translation process.
August 22 marked 17 years as a youth services librarian with Seminole County Public Libraries. Add seven years as school librarian with Hillsborough Public Schools and I have served well over three decades in children’s ministry. What a joy it is to be able to combine my work and service experience to God’s glory via supporting Bible translation. 
Stepping out in faith, I accepted the gracious offer of a Wycliffe teacher to take a tote of my belongings along with hers to Waxhaw, North Carolina to be shipped on to Cameroon and stored in apartment waiting there for her. That tote of my tools, books, puppets, peanut exercise ball and mini-blender left my condo exactly on my 17th anniversary with as public library librarian.
I confess I cringe when I hear of more economic struggles like local school board budget deficit. However I strongly believe in Vision 2025 and that God has called me to actively be a part of it. I walk in faith, keeping my eyes on His power and the vision of helping bring God's Word to the Bibleless rather than on the challenges.
"Do not ask the Lord to guide your footsteps if you’re not willing to move your feet."
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