Our Stories

Elementary Teacher and Parent ~ Pearlyn Wong

I appreciate teachers who understood the transitions and adjustments our children had to go through when we uprooted from our passport...

Teaching Assistant ~ Vanessa Ligaray

As a Filipino citizen and a Filipino teacher finding a highly paid job is a necessity for us to survive. But FIA proved me wrong and...

Librarian ~ Kay Watts

I consider it a privilege to serve as an educational missionary at FIA. I came here to support Bible translation, but I also cherish the...

Elementary/Middle School Teacher ~ Ruth Graybill

In 2001, the Lord led me to Faith International Academy (FIA) to be part of the missionary staff. FIA is a very special place for someone...

HS Teacher ~ Jim Frederick

After serving with Wycliffe for 21 years, and another mission agency for 3 years, Jim Frederick was ready for a change! Through various...

MS Outdoor Education Squad Leader ~ Kacie Leneway

While waiting in Manila airport with a bunch of 35 students – a MS girl approached me, tears streaming down her face. For sure, I...