I just got the official announcement today. Epen Akay and Miriam Scarborough are engaged to be married. Epen is an amazing Indonesian young man. He is the foreign team coordinator for our medical work. He has made so many friends because of his kindness and care for each person traveling to our base. Epen taught himself English and is now fluent--that is a tough task. He is my favorite translator when I speak in large meetings. He is like a friend. Epen has had enough pain in his short life for several lifetimes but has a deep faith and strength. Miriam is the daughter of Peter and Esther Scarborough, co-founders of the work, and a wonderful young woman. She was raised most of her life in Indonesia. They make a beautiful couple and will have many years of happiness. I admire both of them and I know they will be strong leaders together.Epen as a single man has already adopted an abandoned little girl named Lestari. He is the father figure in her life. Miriam is caring for a little boy named Leigh. Leigh was near death due to malnourishment--she has nursed him to health. He is doing very well and is bonded to Miriam. Epen and Miriam are already responsible and caring people--together they will be great parents.
Epen has been interested in Miriam for many years. He has been a perfect gentleman and has respected her as he waited for the right time to move forward in their relationship. I pray the best for them.
