25 Years of Witnessing to the Word in Thailand 55 with other Thai teachers in the English department greatly facilitated my immersion into Thai culture. While my journey has had its share of ups and downs, I’ve consistently found immense satisfaction in impacting people’s lives through education ministry. My mission experience has been enriched with countless joys, whether through my involvement in education within the parish or my limited engagement with the community at Mother of Perpetual Help Center. While teaching, I typically don’t directly discuss God unless prompted by teachers or students. Instead, I strive to embody God’s love in my actions by being kind, patient, and understanding towards others and their needs. One of the most gratifying compliments I receive from both students and teachers is when they remark that I’m unlike other “falang” (Western foreigners). 2) Being an English teacher in various schools in Nong Bua Lamphu Province, how does this work help you to live out your missionary brother vocation? Teaching has been my primary ministry since my arrival in Thailand, along with occasional involvement in administration and leadership roles within the SVD over the years. Teaching has truly been the cornerstone of my experience over these past 20-plus years, providing me with a sense of fulfillment and purpose. Embracing the ethos of being a “brother to all” is a goal I continually strive for, though it does present its challenges at times. Prior to coming to Thailand, I had little experience as a classroom teacher, so navigating this role was both enjoyable and demanding. One of the most challenging teaching
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