Yesterday in Chad there was a memorial service for Ruth, a dearly loved colleague who spent more than 30 years bringing the Word of God to the people of Africa.  She spent most of her time initially in Cameroon, but after completing her work there, continued on to help us in Chad.  She retired only a couple years ago, and even then, spent time visiting and encouraging her friends back in these countries.  We remember fondly the times we spent together over a meal at her house, her prayers for us before each trip back to our village, her encouraging words and the translation work she helped us with.     We love her and will miss her.