From the Hangar

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From the Hangar episodes

January 21, 2025 Episode 21 with Gene Jordan
A new year with a new FTH episode! MAF enters 2025 with its 80th anniversary as an organization, and we felt it fitting to have the living legend Gene Jordan on the podcast!
Gene spent his entire career with MAF, and he is never short of stories. Listen as host Lem and Gene talk about Gene's experiences overseas and the wisdom he has gained over the years. As Gene would put it, "God has been very, very, very, very faithful."
52 min
December 19, 2024 Episode 20 with David Holsten
On this episode, returning guest David Holsten, MAF president, reflects on the past year and God's goodness towards the organization. With host Lem Malabuyo, David also shares what he is excited for going into 2025. Join us and celebrate how God has provided for us in 2024, and we hope that you are inspired to look into your own life this year and see God's blessings.
1 hr 2 min
November 20, 2024 Episode 19 with Dave and Jill
On this episode of From the Hangar, we have guests Dave and Jill, MAF missionaries at the Mozambique program, also known as Ambassador Aviation! They have a lot of great experiences of how God is reaching isolated people, but also using the airplane to help wild animals that also reside in the country!
Watch and listen to how missions and wildlife collide in this fun episode of From the Hangar!
50 min
October 22, 2024 Episode 18 with Stephen and Ruth Hale
In this episode of From the Hangar, host Lem Malabuyo talks with Stephen and Ruth Hale! The Hales are MAF missionaries in western Democratic Republic of Congo, serving there for almost a decade. Stephen and Ruth are no strangers to Africa, as they grew up in various countries on the continent as missionary kids -- Ruth herself was born in Ghana!
The Hales dive into the impact their upbringing and their parents made on them as children that helped shape their decision to follow God's calling on their lives back into Africa, into the DRC, to help isolated people learn about the gospel!
Enjoy the conversation between Lem and Stephen and Ruth!
55 min
September 28, 2024 Episode 17 with Dave and Crissie Rask
On this episode of From the Hangar, long-time MAF missionaries Dave and Crissie Rask talk with host Lem Malabuyo. Being with MAF for over 40 years(!), Dave and Crissie have stories to tell! We hope that you enjoy this episode as the Rasks reflect on the goodness of God throughout their time serving Him.
Any thoughts and encouragement you may have, comment below or email us at [email protected].
48 min
August 24, 2024 Episode 16 with Thoahlane Khalala and Rethabile Sello
This episode of From the Hangar takes places in Maseru, Lesotho! Host Lem Malabuyo sits down with Thoahlane Khalala (aka "TK") and Rethabile Sello, Basotho staff at the MAF program in the country. TK and Rethabile share about their lives and roles at MAF, and how their work on the team contributes to the ministry in meaningful ways.
Enjoy today's episode of From the Hangar!
Any thoughts and encouragement you may have, comment below or email us at [email protected].
45 min
July 27, 2024 Episode 15 with Sheri Sanders
On this episode of From the Hangar one of our MAF teachers, Sheri Sanders, joins host Lem Malabuyo to talk about her time in Wamena, Papua, Indonesia.
With many years of experience working as a teacher, Sheri provides insight into the differences of teaching in a U.S. public school and teaching in an overseas mission context. She also shared her journey of faith during her time in Wamena with the MAF community; how God grew her faith in ways that prepares her for what's to come.
Any thoughts and encouragement you may have, comment below or email us at [email protected].
49 min
June 22, 2024 Episode 14 with Paul Pfluger
On this episode of From the Hangar, Paul Pfluger joins host Lem Malabuyo to talk his time as a dedicated volunteer at MAF's headquarters. Volunteerism can take many forms at the organization, and Paul has joyfully filled a handful of those roles. MAF is thankful for people like Paul who give their time, work, and heart to the ministry to help share Christ's love to isolated people all over the world!
Volunteering is an important part of any organization, and we encourage everyone to look into becoming a volunteer in your local context. As you tune into this episode, and be inspired to volunteer somewhere near you!
47 min
May 22, 2024 Episode 13 with Isaac and Amber Rogers
What does French bread have to do with walking with God? Find out on this episode of From the Hangar. Host Lem Malabuyo talks with Isaac and Amber Rogers, long-time missionaries with MAF now based in headquarters with the Member Care team. The Rogers speak about their journey as Christians, being obedient and faithful followers of Jesus through their time overseas.
57 min
April 26, 2024 Episode 12 with Zacharie Francois
On this episode of From the Hangar, host Lem Malabuyo sits down with Zacharie François, a Haitian who grew up in Port Au Prince, and also an MAF pilot/mechanic! Zacharie's family became close with the MAF team in Haiti before he was born, so Zacharie grew up steeped in the MAF community. Years later when Zacharie entered adulthood, he pursued a career in missionary aviation, and the rest is history.
Enjoy the conversation between Lem and Zacharie, as Zacharie tells his story and his desires to help fellow Haitians experience the love of Jesus!
53 min

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