Christmas is a bit unusual for us compared to others in full-time ministry. The closer it gets to Christmas, the quieter it becomes. Our kids’ ministries draw to a close early in December because once the school holidays start, many of the village kids are sent off to relatives for the break. It also means Katelyn and Joshua arrive home from boarding school – something we obviously treasure. Gift-giving event We serve on the Island of Palawan, where Chi was born.