• Two new little lovebugs! (South Africa)
• Equipo San Andrés es lo mejor! (Guatemala)
• Even if My Father and Mother Abandon Me . . . (Philippines)
• Plan B: punt (Ukraine)
• Precious Children (Ukraine)
• Drive-By Shootings (Niger)
• A Milestone, of sorts (Honduras)

• First, a couple of posts from Chile – first, a glimpse of how Chileans are getting training to serve the Lord, and finally a personal story of the challenges of growing up adopted.
• Next, thoughts on testing from God in Kenya.
• Incredible stories of people coming to Jesus in Papua New Guinea.
• Getting… that… paperwork… can… take…. some…… time!  Adventures in Costa Rica.
• Missionaries are sometimes just outsiders wherever they go (including Mexico)
• Coming back to the field (in this case, Peru) for a second term…
• The incredible value of little tiny coins in Chile.
• Working together in Honduras (with some great pictures to show for it).
• Every missionary family has its own balance, and every missionary has his/her opinion about every person’s role.  Here’s how one missionary wife (or perhaps wife of a missionary?) finds balance serving in Paraguay.

Finally, a couple of posts from Japan.  First, a post entitled simply Earthquake, and then some thoughts on ministering to and praying for Japan.

All right, so it’s just another fun way to discover new blogs!  I admit, I cheated a bit with X.  But the Rapp family has to get some kind of a prize for their creative use of that misunderstood letter.

I do believe I managed to have 26 different countries as well.

So enjoy this quick alphabetical tour of the world, and go leave a comment on a blog you’ve never commented on before! 

• aliens and strangers (Tanzania)
• Behind Palace Walls (Nepal)
• Children of Hope (Mexico)
• drumsticksandpaintbrushes (Australia)
• Ecuador Missions (Ecuador)
• Finding God in China (China)
• Gleanings from the Field (Thailand)
• He Says/She Says (Peru)
• In His Love (Russia)
• Jungle Abbotts (Cameroon)
• Kids’ Doc in Jos (Nigeria)
• Livin’ The Adventure (Argentina)
• Millions to Tell (Chile)
• New Every Morning (Taiwan)
• OUR JOURNEY (Philippines)
• Partnering with Parents (Niger)
• Quirey Life (Brazil)
• Rescue Iraq (Iraq)
• Sowers4Pastors (Honduras)
• Today’s Grace (El Salvador)
• Under the Marchegian Sun (Italy)
• Voice in the Desert (Burkina Faso)
• With Love from Ukraine (Ukraine)
• Rapp Family Aixtreme Life (France)
• The Yakubu Family (Ghana)
• Zach Attack (South Africa)

Here are some of the experiences missionary bloggers have been through lately.  For example, this blogger in Niger laments If I want to feed my family… …I have to go grocery shopping.

Speaking of groceries – spotted in Thailand was the Sausage-Cake Sandwich.  Full pictures provided in case you want to check your local grocery store.

And a day of adventure in Senegal – yes, it’s Caca water!

All right, I’m glad that’s over.  But… wait!  Danger looms ahead!  This time, not from roaming the country, but from blogging — as seen in this Disclaimer in Peru.  Yes, always remember – the world is reading your blog!

Finally, some peace.  A good report on a concluded Bible study – A SWEET ENDING in Bolivia.

Quick fact of the day from Taiwan:  Early Christian Influence on Asian Buddhism

And finally, some reminders to pray.  First, out of Honduras, challenging times:  Praise and thanks for prayer.  And an incredible post from Paraguay – Thoughts on a Funeral.  Not only will you learn about missions, and Paraguay, you’ll learn about God’s grace.

• In Honduras – the blog is called Following His Lead
• In Albania, a blog called Juicy Pomegranate Bits
• A unique blog from Russia – Missionary Moms
• Finally, out of Mexico comes The Desert

Do you like to browse missionary blogs just so that you can take time to pray?  Let me save you some time – here are some missionaries who are asking for prayer for various things.  Let’s take a quick tour and pray for these things – maybe there’s even a way you can be a part of the answer!

• From Honduras – Just a note for prayer. The well drilling is not going well…
• There are a few prayer requests here, but just listen to what’s happening in Nepal!  Now, under a new government, Nepal is opening up for Christian radio via local stations (more accessible and convenient than shortwave)…
• Moving to Guinea!  But there’s so much to do before then.  Thanks very much for your prayers, continue to pray for us as we go through all these preparations.  We can’t wait to be done with them.  They seem never ending!
• Terrible tragedy in Bangladesh.  Five of our projects seriously affected due to cyclone Aila.  We are providing dry food, Water purifying tablets, and ORS….  There’s a family to pray for here.
• Helping AIDS orphans in Ukraine… God has a marvelous [sic] way of pulling together just the right people at just the right time…
• A missionary that won’t be returning to Nigeria.  I was able to surrender last week and every minute since… I am in the midst of intense grieving… a death has happened… and yet, He promises strength and peace, which I receive and praise Him for…  Please pray for Erin.
• This from Greece – Please continue to pray for our ministry, our refugee friends, and the Greek government.  Why?  Read (and watch the video) Misery Meets Greece’s Migrants
• Does God really care about copy machines?  Of course!  I ask that you pray that God will make His plan clear for us. (And yes, really, I DO think God cares about our copy machine issues.) (Ukraine)

• Isaac and Evan’s new friend- fun with kids on a multinational missions team (Sudan)
• Miracle Crash- sometimes you wonder how many angels it takes per van (Mexico)
• Money Belts- struggling with the idea of “raising funds” (Kenya)
• Through the river and through the woods… temptation and a scary ride (Uganda)
• Valuing our Elderly- a timely message (and a reminder, by the way, that we need more seniors who are willing to be Christian workers and missionaries) (Thailand)
• Sports Day- I’m willing to bet many missionaries around the world can relate to the experiences of this family and their daughter (Thailand)
• Pila Etiquette- how come they don’t teach you these things at missionary school? (Honduras)
• Update on Pastor’s Conference- get the inside scoop on the thoughts being shared at this conference (Peru)
• The hazards of AIM AIR- You just have to see this photo (Kenya)
• To Shave Or Not To Shave: A Poll Of Our Audience- cast your vote and change a baby’s life! (Russia)

• Teaching in Honduras:  A caterpillar named Julio, growing coffee, and other tidbits in the life of a teacher.
• Travels in the 10/40 Window:  There’s more here than massages and mango shakes.  The photos will give you a glimpse into life in another part of the world.
• A New Country, A New Journey:  Uganda and the Philippines are featured in this travel blog with a cool map and everything.  Here’s the latest post (at the time I write this).
• chaiqianwo’s Xanga Site:  Or is it called Somewhere?  Anyway, lately the posts have been about Singapore.
• Pole, pole, mambo yatabadilika:  Go to the blog to find out what it means.  This blogger is on her way to Nigeria.
• Amy’s Lingo and Daily Lingo:  Both these blogs let you in on Amy’s adventures in Perú.

• The Vaughns In Taiwan
• CBS Storying Journal – Rural Brazil
• HAITI – CORAM DEO
• The Steele Family (Ukraine)
• Straight from my heart… (Ukraine)
• O’Connors in Honduras
• Ashley’s Adventures (Poland)
• Experiencias en España

• Musings – Ukraine
• Life in Transition – Uganda
• Sowers4Pastors – Honduras
• Millions To Tell – Chile
• Life in the frying pan – Niger
• Blind Will See Ministries – Peru
• In His Footsteps – Taiwan
• iNkY’SpOt – Mexico
• McIntyres Belo Blog – Brazil
• Living in Shkoder – Albania
• over a cup of coffee – Ecuador
• Servants Hearts Ministries – Guatemala
• Lastrapes Legacy – Guatemala
• Arista en Espana – Spain

This year we’ve seen new blogs started from all over the world.  Some of the most common countries with blogs started in 2007 are:  Mexico, Niger, Taiwan, Honduras, Ecuador, and Italy.  Thanks everyone for giving us a peak at what God is doing in your corner of the world!