In addition they had to win the confidence of the people there, deal with a host of cross cultural challenges, and tropical diseases. Many individual books of the New Testament are in the final stages of completion. The Lord has truly blessed them as they've lived and worked in a very primitive setting. At the same time, the Gebauers and the mother tongue language team have faced significant opposition. Prayer, for good health, protection from physical and spiritual danger, and completion of the translation project is crucial.
Financing is also crucial.
Wycliffe missionaries are not salaried. Ron and Roxanne depend on God to provide for their needs through generous individuals, families, and congregations. Huntington Beach, CA 92647 Be sure to indicate on the check that it is for the Ron and Roxanne Gebauer family, the Solomon Island project.