Jason and Shirley Birkin minister among the Tala-andig people of the Philippines. “The events of this past year have maybe temporarily changed our physical location, but the Lord’s work continues. We have been encouraged by the progress we have been able to make on the Old Testament translation work. We have now completed the first six books of the Old Testament. The people have the first four books in their hands. Deuteronomy and Joshua are ready for the checking process. We are now doing a review of the New Testament, making sure that the terminology throughout is consistent with the Old Testament. At the same time, we are working with a friend on organizing all our Scripture database so it can be used in a digital app and can be easily accessed for future printing. The believers are continuing to face many challenges in their location, and it is hard for us emotionally not to be there to help them; however, we know that the Lord is using this time to develop them further in their faith and that He doesn’t want us to get in the way. Please pray for the believers that they would remain firm in their faith allowing the Lord to accomplish His work in their lives and community.”