Wednesday, January 26, 2011
What a day! I have to tell you this story.
To some people of high importance or special position a story like this may be old news, but for me it was a new experience that was pretty cool.
My friend and interpreter Hamid has been trying to assist me with getting a very special “all access” badge for the Kabul International Airport. It would be hard to explain all the details of this process, but what I can say is that the process is definitely a “who you know” kind of thing on many levels of bureaucracy. Having the right stamp and the right signature on the right paper on the right day is HUGE at every stop. Hamid has been walking the papers and pictures through the whole time. Having this badge will definitely assist me with moving people and things in and out of Kabul.
Today one more wicket was required. I needed to go to the airport special security office and have my picture taken. All of the most important approvals for the badge have already occurred and it seemed like it may have been one of the final steps. I was thinking that if they take my picture, in addition to the passport photo I already provided, I would surely be good to go.
I mentioned in my last blog that I am in no way an Afghan cultural expert, but I do know enough to understand various customs and courtesies. Today I was fortunate enough to experience one of these customs first hand.
Before I go on I should mention that in a country like this moving in and around an airport is no small task. Hamid puts himself at great risk as did I. If you think security at home is bad…try walking up to the International Airport in Kabul. It aint happening!
So we go into the older of two airport terminals on the Afghanistan held side of the airport. This brought back memories, because more than two years ago this is exactly where I first set foot into the country. Our contact lead us into the office area up several flights of stairs where I sat in a room full of men waiting to get my picture taken. The office was very busy and the entire setting was really interesting! This is where it got pretty cool.
It is custom in Afghanistan to have tea and show hospitality to any person that you would do business with. After we got our pictures taken Hamid indicated that the senior intelligence officer for the airport wanted to have tea with me. Of course I agreed.
After being lead into another office, in a different location, I met another gentleman and the four of us sat and had tea. They also brought out a “sweet treat” similar to peanut brittle, but no peanuts. We sat and talked about all types of work and personal related items for over 40 minutes. I closed our talk by telling them how thankful I was for their assistance and especially their hospitality to me. It was a very cool experience! Hamid mentioned that they would like to have me back for lunch sometime soon. I am definitely in for that.
On a personal note, the entire experience has me thinking about God’s love for ALL people. How Christ is the most important thing in Afghanistan too.
Sometimes it doesn’t seem that way because it’s so easy to just see the Islamic exterior of these people and forget about God’s intent for their interior. What an amazing challenge. What an even more amazing responsibility.
I hope you are experiencing some of this too. I know if you are flying around at all you have to see the villages and the people. It’s really incredible. I don’t mean to sound so enamored with this people. I know that many of you are only seeing the business end of the “not so nice” Afghans. I got that. I have seen the business end myself. However, the fact still remains that the larger majority of these people are for us, and not against us.
Be Blessed!
Wednesday, January 19, 2011
Hey Roadies!
Did you know that Afghanistan was not a designated Islamic State until 1992? It wasn’t until 1996 that Afghanistan was an “Islamic Emirate”. If you look a little further you can see that back into the early 20th century there were movements to remove traditional Islamic headgear from women, as well as attempts to integrate schools with men and women. Very interesting.
I know as a military service member you most likely had to read a small book or pamphlet about the various tribes in Afghanistan and it’s likely that many of you have read “Kite Runner” or other popular books about a particular piece of this nation. I understand that most likely you do not interact much with the local populous. But you do fly around and see them. You see where they live. If you are like me you have to be a little bit curious what it’s like for those tent people, or the mountain people, or the red desert people. Have you ever seen an Afghan that looks Chinese? That’s because of the huge Mongolian influence during the middle ages. What about Bamiyan pass (near Bagram) with the remnants of the huge Buddha statue? It just seems so obvious to me that there is more than meets the eye here in Afghanistan.
This really is an amazing people. There are so many web sites out there where you can find the “back story” on the people of this land. I am by no means a studied expert on the country, but I can tell you this, I am sure our God has a greater purpose for our nation being involved here.
What if?! What if our efforts here as people of the one true God, Yahweh, will influence a nation for Christ? What if our efforts here can save even just one? Could you and I be part of God’s bigger plan? I say YES.
I know you may just be thinking about how to get through tomorrow. I know you may be in a stressful RL progression, or studying for a PIC check ride, or working 12 to 15 hours a day (like me), or just not able to focus in on others. I UNDERSTAND this for sure! However, I have found that focusing on a bigger plan, Gods plan, seems to help my day-to-day perspective. Set your eyes upon the Lord!
Try it! As you are walking to the chow hall, or headed out to the aircraft, ask God if there is a bigger purpose here than we can see. Ask Him to give you insight on how He may want to influence this nation through you. All things are possible to those who believe. You never know. How would you feel for the rest of your life if while you were here God used you to bring an Afghan to Christ! Many of the characters in the bible were primarily insignificant people that God used to make a huge difference (Moses, Joseph, David, Daniel, and Esther, any of Christ’s disciples). The list is huge.
Is God planning on using you while you are in Afghanistan? Will you get the chance when you turn in your laundry? Could you strike up a conversation in the chow hall or a shop? If you look you will see that there are plenty of Afghans around you, and you may just have the opportunity to be the light of the world, Matthew 5:14.
Circumstantial and Necessary Disclaimer: Please be careful! As you know this can be delicate. Don’t bring trouble upon yourself, but also don’t be afraid to get to know an Afghan. Just through relationships with several men I have been able to build enough trust to speak about Christ to them. I haven’t witnessed yet, but I have talked about Christ with a couple. I am taking "baby steps" because I would rather not get blown up-). I am sure my family would concur.
Fly Safe! Remember: White out landings are no different than brown outs! Enjoy!
Wednesday, January 12, 2011
What's happening Afghanistan!
I was driving in Kabul today and got slowed down in a traffic jam. It was crazy and traffic jams in Kabul always make me a bit nervous. Many things were causing the jam, but I had to share with you how funny this was. I saw the donkey in the air in front of the small wagon. It wasn't this exact pic, but the one I saw was just like it. It was very funny, I almost crashed. I have scraped up against a car everytime I go out, so a small crash wouldn't matter, but it was still funny to see.
I hope you guys are seeing some of the locals and their culture. It really helps me take stock in how well we have it in the USA. It helps me keep a good perspective on life. I hope that you are getting some of that during your time here in Afghanistan.
Gotta go.
Be Blessed!
Tuesday, January 4, 2011
Christmas and New Years in Afghanistan!
Well hello Crossroads Aghanistan. I hope each of you have had a great Christmas time in Afghanistan (is that possible?). As I write this on New Year's Eve I must say that it doesn't quite feel like a holiday here in Kabul. As you know, individual units do a good job of trying to make the place feel like home, but the fact is...it's just not possible. So my prayers are with you that you may find a quiet peace and comfort during this time. I will tell you what I did to help me through this day. I found a quiet space, put on my favorite worship music, and just got lost for a while. This led me to a great bit of personal time with the Lord, I held my bible close and just felt comforted! I hope you can find a place like this.
An interesting story about my Christmas Day. As you know it was a work day. I was invited to a USAF Christmas Party where in the serving line was two Afghan Generals. You know how the command officers always like to serve the troops on special occasions. Well this was no different, but two of the gentlemen were Afghans. As I allowed him to put the stuffing on my plate I was wished a Merry Christmas! It was pretty cool to have an Afghan do that but later it got me thinking so much about how powerful Christ is, and how meaningful that was. I know that it could be argued that Christmas is just a holiday now days and Christ really isn't mentioned much. That is true of our society...we have allowed the most holy of holidays to become commercialized. Yet that doesn't even matter in the light of how powerful Jesus actually is. While those two generals were serving at a celebration of the Birth of Christ there were huge things happening that we could not see. Walls and barriers were being chipped away. Boundaries were being crossed. Bridges were being built. It was quite amazing. To top it off the USAF chaplain prayed in Christ's name. WOW!
Anyway, don't allow yourselves to get lonely. If you are call me at 0707347915. Please know that Christ is here with you. When you miss your family and feel powerless.....take that as an opportunity to lean on Jesus. He is right here with us ready to provide the comfort you need, 2 Thessalonians 2:16–17 says "Now may our Lord Jesus Christ himself, and God our Father, who loved us and gave us eternal comfort and good hope through grace, comfort your hearts and establish them in every good work and word".
God Bless You,
Matt
An interesting story about my Christmas Day. As you know it was a work day. I was invited to a USAF Christmas Party where in the serving line was two Afghan Generals. You know how the command officers always like to serve the troops on special occasions. Well this was no different, but two of the gentlemen were Afghans. As I allowed him to put the stuffing on my plate I was wished a Merry Christmas! It was pretty cool to have an Afghan do that but later it got me thinking so much about how powerful Christ is, and how meaningful that was. I know that it could be argued that Christmas is just a holiday now days and Christ really isn't mentioned much. That is true of our society...we have allowed the most holy of holidays to become commercialized. Yet that doesn't even matter in the light of how powerful Jesus actually is. While those two generals were serving at a celebration of the Birth of Christ there were huge things happening that we could not see. Walls and barriers were being chipped away. Boundaries were being crossed. Bridges were being built. It was quite amazing. To top it off the USAF chaplain prayed in Christ's name. WOW!
Anyway, don't allow yourselves to get lonely. If you are call me at 0707347915. Please know that Christ is here with you. When you miss your family and feel powerless.....take that as an opportunity to lean on Jesus. He is right here with us ready to provide the comfort you need, 2 Thessalonians 2:16–17 says "Now may our Lord Jesus Christ himself, and God our Father, who loved us and gave us eternal comfort and good hope through grace, comfort your hearts and establish them in every good work and word".
God Bless You,
Matt
Monday, December 13, 2010
Hello Roadie Warfighters!
So much to say.
I have been really busy. I have flown all over the place and am just now getting settled here in Kabul. I would really like to see or hear from you guys out there if you can. I had one Roadie chime in on my personal email and hope that many of you have found this blog. Let me know!
Much is going on at Crossroads. Tons of giving going on for all ages. Nic and Janna (the lead singers) have stepped up to be the new Children's pastors. Hollie and I are going to regroup and begin to serve in other places. We have been with the kids for a long time and it's been great. We are thankful for Nic and Janna and pray God's blessings with this awesome thing they are doing.
I also heard there are some really cool Crossroads shirts and sweatshirts out there. I haven't seen them, but heard they are awesome.
As far as Afghanistan goes, it's getting pretty cold, even in the south. On my way back north late last week most of the mountains were snow covered. Really beautiful! It's pretty cool to be at 11,500 MSL but only 50 ft. AGL. Only in Afghanistan right.
To mention some things that I referenced in my last blog. If you read it was the 'Target Rich Environment'. The next two things were also great inspirations to me. I ran into another two gruff older guys who you never would have thought needed the Lord so much. Truth is we all do....very much. With each of these guys I just casually mentioned church or the Lord and in each case they lit up with eagerness to talk about God. I just listened as one guy talked about his battlefield experience that lead him to Christ.
The point is that God is not apart from us just because we are so far apart from our lives. If you are willing He (God) still wants to be near you.
Check out Romans 8:38-39. I am loving this scripture all the time over here.
That's it for now.
BE SAFE!
Pastor Matt
I have been really busy. I have flown all over the place and am just now getting settled here in Kabul. I would really like to see or hear from you guys out there if you can. I had one Roadie chime in on my personal email and hope that many of you have found this blog. Let me know!
Much is going on at Crossroads. Tons of giving going on for all ages. Nic and Janna (the lead singers) have stepped up to be the new Children's pastors. Hollie and I are going to regroup and begin to serve in other places. We have been with the kids for a long time and it's been great. We are thankful for Nic and Janna and pray God's blessings with this awesome thing they are doing.
I also heard there are some really cool Crossroads shirts and sweatshirts out there. I haven't seen them, but heard they are awesome.
As far as Afghanistan goes, it's getting pretty cold, even in the south. On my way back north late last week most of the mountains were snow covered. Really beautiful! It's pretty cool to be at 11,500 MSL but only 50 ft. AGL. Only in Afghanistan right.
To mention some things that I referenced in my last blog. If you read it was the 'Target Rich Environment'. The next two things were also great inspirations to me. I ran into another two gruff older guys who you never would have thought needed the Lord so much. Truth is we all do....very much. With each of these guys I just casually mentioned church or the Lord and in each case they lit up with eagerness to talk about God. I just listened as one guy talked about his battlefield experience that lead him to Christ.
The point is that God is not apart from us just because we are so far apart from our lives. If you are willing He (God) still wants to be near you.
Check out Romans 8:38-39. I am loving this scripture all the time over here.
That's it for now.
BE SAFE!
Pastor Matt
Tuesday, December 7, 2010
Target Rich Environment
Hello Roadies in Afghanistan. How's your week going? I have been to Kandahar
twice in the last two weeks, so I have been pretty busy. I start IP refresher
training in the Mi-17 next week, so this week I am back in flight student mode
with the studying, EP's, limits, chapt 8, and the ATM, Afghan APG and AIP, 95-1,
whew! But the way I look at it is, I am going to be teaching
Afghans to do something that our country basically invented. Think about that.
Yeah Igor made the first helo, but we created its uses. So I take a lot of pride
in showing them literally how it's done. We (the US) set the standards for the
world as it relates to helicopter operations.
Plus I really like talking with my Afghan friends. I have met so many
that are very nice and very humble. I try to look on them the best that I can
with God's eyes. I ask God, "Let me see them as you see them Lord"? I know He loves them
very much. He wants them to know of His son. It's a very interesting thing for
me as a servant of Christ to be here in such a target rich environment. God has
great plans for this people.
Let me tell you a story about the "Target Rich Environment". My unit is full of
'kinda gruff' retired warrants who are good guys, great pilots, but all very
strong personalities.
I come in much younger as the Lead Pilot and you can say some feathers were
ruffled, but we are all professional and it's not really a big deal.
So I have the task of leading the 35 men into a cohesive team. Well just
getting started, I just wanted to get to know each person a little bit on a
personal level. While taking the time to meet the guys over the course of several days I
had allowed myself to get a bit wrapped up in some of the day to day challenges
and just really felt like a I was away from God. I had not read my bible in
almost two days, which was eating at me, and hadn't talk to Jacob or Ethan (my
boys) and just had a couple rough days in a row. That's Afghanistan right!?!
Then the first of four things happened that were totally awesome. I ran into an
old friend of mines son. He is our ALSE guy. I go in to meet the ALSE guy and
get my flight gear and it starts. I think I brought up church just to feel him
out, and when I did he just unloaded on me. His hurts, his uncertainties, his
fears. I mean it was outta nowhere. He is a good man with real troubles, and I
believe with everything in my heart God ordained our meeting. All the way back
to the friendship I made with his father a couple of years before....to me here now...allowing God's
prescense to be felt in that ALSE shop really touched both of us. That story
is not over.....more to follow.
The second thing happened while I was at a Brit coffee house at KAF. I went off
to read my bible at a coffee shop. One of the older pilots who is very new in
country and seems to be kinda still feeling his way around. Anyway, Dennis
walked up to me while I was reading and said "Watcha Reading"! I replied I am
reading my bible. These are the first words he and I had ever spoke to one
another. He immediately sat down and started pouring out about his reliationship with Christ. Of course I am just pumped to be talking about the
Lord. I am pumped because I feel so good talking about God. So we each listen
to each other for over an hour. It blessed me and trust he was blessed. So I
am walking tall. Not only did I get to talk about God, but gain a brother at
the same time. I am thinking, "Thank YOU Lord"! Later, I began to feel a
burden for my new friends stipulation and began to pray for him.
I have two more stories about awesome things like this that happened to me this
week. I will share the next two with you tomorrow and let you know how my heart
feels about all that going on around me.
On to you.....You....the Roadies in Afghanistan. WE AT CROSSROADS LOVE YOU AND
PRAY FOR YOU! WE DO! NOT JUST SAYING THAT! GOD HAS BURDENED THE HEART OF THE
CHURCH FOR SOLDIERS SERVING IN AFGHANISTAN. Please know that you can call me
anytime 0795743168. Its an Afghan cell. I know you may not know me personally
but anytime you get people like us together its like we are old friends, so
don't worry. If you want to make my day...call me on my Afghan cell.
Anyway, I will take Thursday night to tell you the remaining "Target Rich
Environment" stories and how the Lord pushed on my the seemingly most basic
principle, but boy did I need to hear it. He love us so much! I pray that you
feel loved by our God....tonight, in the precious name of Jesus, Amen.
Roadie Warfighters Rock!
That should be a cool shirt..... Roadie Warfighters
twice in the last two weeks, so I have been pretty busy. I start IP refresher
training in the Mi-17 next week, so this week I am back in flight student mode
with the studying, EP's, limits, chapt 8, and the ATM, Afghan APG and AIP, 95-1,
whew! But the way I look at it is, I am going to be teaching
Afghans to do something that our country basically invented. Think about that.
Yeah Igor made the first helo, but we created its uses. So I take a lot of pride
in showing them literally how it's done. We (the US) set the standards for the
world as it relates to helicopter operations.
Plus I really like talking with my Afghan friends. I have met so many
that are very nice and very humble. I try to look on them the best that I can
with God's eyes. I ask God, "Let me see them as you see them Lord"? I know He loves them
very much. He wants them to know of His son. It's a very interesting thing for
me as a servant of Christ to be here in such a target rich environment. God has
great plans for this people.
Let me tell you a story about the "Target Rich Environment". My unit is full of
'kinda gruff' retired warrants who are good guys, great pilots, but all very
strong personalities.
I come in much younger as the Lead Pilot and you can say some feathers were
ruffled, but we are all professional and it's not really a big deal.
So I have the task of leading the 35 men into a cohesive team. Well just
getting started, I just wanted to get to know each person a little bit on a
personal level. While taking the time to meet the guys over the course of several days I
had allowed myself to get a bit wrapped up in some of the day to day challenges
and just really felt like a I was away from God. I had not read my bible in
almost two days, which was eating at me, and hadn't talk to Jacob or Ethan (my
boys) and just had a couple rough days in a row. That's Afghanistan right!?!
Then the first of four things happened that were totally awesome. I ran into an
old friend of mines son. He is our ALSE guy. I go in to meet the ALSE guy and
get my flight gear and it starts. I think I brought up church just to feel him
out, and when I did he just unloaded on me. His hurts, his uncertainties, his
fears. I mean it was outta nowhere. He is a good man with real troubles, and I
believe with everything in my heart God ordained our meeting. All the way back
to the friendship I made with his father a couple of years before....to me here now...allowing God's
prescense to be felt in that ALSE shop really touched both of us. That story
is not over.....more to follow.
The second thing happened while I was at a Brit coffee house at KAF. I went off
to read my bible at a coffee shop. One of the older pilots who is very new in
country and seems to be kinda still feeling his way around. Anyway, Dennis
walked up to me while I was reading and said "Watcha Reading"! I replied I am
reading my bible. These are the first words he and I had ever spoke to one
another. He immediately sat down and started pouring out about his reliationship with Christ. Of course I am just pumped to be talking about the
Lord. I am pumped because I feel so good talking about God. So we each listen
to each other for over an hour. It blessed me and trust he was blessed. So I
am walking tall. Not only did I get to talk about God, but gain a brother at
the same time. I am thinking, "Thank YOU Lord"! Later, I began to feel a
burden for my new friends stipulation and began to pray for him.
I have two more stories about awesome things like this that happened to me this
week. I will share the next two with you tomorrow and let you know how my heart
feels about all that going on around me.
On to you.....You....the Roadies in Afghanistan. WE AT CROSSROADS LOVE YOU AND
PRAY FOR YOU! WE DO! NOT JUST SAYING THAT! GOD HAS BURDENED THE HEART OF THE
CHURCH FOR SOLDIERS SERVING IN AFGHANISTAN. Please know that you can call me
anytime 0795743168. Its an Afghan cell. I know you may not know me personally
but anytime you get people like us together its like we are old friends, so
don't worry. If you want to make my day...call me on my Afghan cell.
Anyway, I will take Thursday night to tell you the remaining "Target Rich
Environment" stories and how the Lord pushed on my the seemingly most basic
principle, but boy did I need to hear it. He love us so much! I pray that you
feel loved by our God....tonight, in the precious name of Jesus, Amen.
Roadie Warfighters Rock!
That should be a cool shirt..... Roadie Warfighters
Tuesday, November 30, 2010
Hey Guys!
It's Pastor Matt from Afghanistan! While this blog will serve as an update to those Roadies that are at home it's thrust is to connect those of us that are serving in Afghanistan. As our stateside Crossroads family continues to develop it's capabilities with video of the services, and other great things, this blog is aimed at being a portal for us to stay connected with each other.
So let me take a minute to tell you how awesome you are for serving. Thank you so much! Don't ever think it's not a huge deal what you are doing over here. I am excited to find out where each of you are located and what your up to. I am located on KAIA (Kabul Afghanistan International Airport). It is primarily a NATO/ISAF heavy base in Kabul. I am sure as pilots many of you will be through there. When you land (probably on Ramp 8) if you have any down time please look me up. My Roshan cell # is 0797174523. If you have Roshan or AWCC you shouldn't have to dial the country code. I always have that on me, so please call if you can. I am walking distance away on Ramp 9, so it would be great to get a cup of coffee while you wait. I do travel to Bagram and JBAD from time to time, usually with enough time to eat lunch if I want. I also go to Kandahar quite a bit. I usually spend several days at a time there, so it would be great to hook up in either case. If you are out at a FOB let me know where. I will most likely come there at some point.
Guys look! Just because we are here and around so much ugly stuff doesn't mean God is not with us. I know sometimes it feels like Crossroads and the softer edges of home life are non-existent, but that is exactly why we need each other. Can you imagine how good it would feel to get together and just talk about our church and other things. Like a little piece of sanity that no one can take away. I know I am looking forward to meeting with you. Even better would be to actually have time to sit together and talk about what's going on in our lives, maybe even listen to a podcast.
Just please know that in a big way I feel like I am here for each of you. I know that may sound crazy, but it's true. I am praying for each of you. To stay strong and focused. To not allow yourselves to drift away from God while you are here. To be bold...and I for one need you too. It makes me feel a million time better just knowing that there is a slice from home i.e. "you" that I can call or meet up with to find a bit of piece of mind. I hope you can find some encouragement in that too.
Ok! Here's what's next. I am going to keep you up to speed on what I am up to and anything from home that you may want to know also. I will try to blog a few times a week. Stay up with Gene's blog and the website. I'd like to have you pass your emails to Will at home and keep that kind of data off this forum. You can find his email on the Crossroads homepage under contact. In that vain I would like to keep off this blog where and when I am moving. I will let each of you know if an "email blast" instead of the blog. Just to be a bit safer.
Anyway, God bless you guys. As for me here in Kabul it's getting cold. We are at 5800 MSL, so it's starting to feel a bit more crisp. I like to know what each of you are flying. I am flying Mi-17's. Sometimes mixed (Afghan/US) crews, sometimes not. I look forward to staying in touch.
Be Blessed,
Pastor Matt
So let me take a minute to tell you how awesome you are for serving. Thank you so much! Don't ever think it's not a huge deal what you are doing over here. I am excited to find out where each of you are located and what your up to. I am located on KAIA (Kabul Afghanistan International Airport). It is primarily a NATO/ISAF heavy base in Kabul. I am sure as pilots many of you will be through there. When you land (probably on Ramp 8) if you have any down time please look me up. My Roshan cell # is 0797174523. If you have Roshan or AWCC you shouldn't have to dial the country code. I always have that on me, so please call if you can. I am walking distance away on Ramp 9, so it would be great to get a cup of coffee while you wait. I do travel to Bagram and JBAD from time to time, usually with enough time to eat lunch if I want. I also go to Kandahar quite a bit. I usually spend several days at a time there, so it would be great to hook up in either case. If you are out at a FOB let me know where. I will most likely come there at some point.
Guys look! Just because we are here and around so much ugly stuff doesn't mean God is not with us. I know sometimes it feels like Crossroads and the softer edges of home life are non-existent, but that is exactly why we need each other. Can you imagine how good it would feel to get together and just talk about our church and other things. Like a little piece of sanity that no one can take away. I know I am looking forward to meeting with you. Even better would be to actually have time to sit together and talk about what's going on in our lives, maybe even listen to a podcast.
Just please know that in a big way I feel like I am here for each of you. I know that may sound crazy, but it's true. I am praying for each of you. To stay strong and focused. To not allow yourselves to drift away from God while you are here. To be bold...and I for one need you too. It makes me feel a million time better just knowing that there is a slice from home i.e. "you" that I can call or meet up with to find a bit of piece of mind. I hope you can find some encouragement in that too.
Ok! Here's what's next. I am going to keep you up to speed on what I am up to and anything from home that you may want to know also. I will try to blog a few times a week. Stay up with Gene's blog and the website. I'd like to have you pass your emails to Will at home and keep that kind of data off this forum. You can find his email on the Crossroads homepage under contact. In that vain I would like to keep off this blog where and when I am moving. I will let each of you know if an "email blast" instead of the blog. Just to be a bit safer.
Anyway, God bless you guys. As for me here in Kabul it's getting cold. We are at 5800 MSL, so it's starting to feel a bit more crisp. I like to know what each of you are flying. I am flying Mi-17's. Sometimes mixed (Afghan/US) crews, sometimes not. I look forward to staying in touch.
Be Blessed,
Pastor Matt
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