NEWS (continued)

Though he has returned to Canada, he continues to assist by sending money to his CREM trainees in the Philippines, who in turn purchase and distribute
supplies to those in need. His trainees also work with two local pastors to provide for spiritual needs of the people they help.
Working with the people of Toril and Punta Bilar has taught Riley a lot about what it means to serve in foreign lands.
"Sometimes we want to superimpose our values on others. We don't ask people what they need," he says. "But these are sensible people. They know what
they need, the just don't have the money."
As Chris follows the CREM team on the ground, he has come to understand more about Christian sacrifice. "I am learning a lot about the theology of
compassion," he says.  "When I hear about what these people go through it brings tears to my eyes. We are not Christians like them--these are dedicated
Christians. They have given up their lifestyle to help the poor people."
Riley will continue to work with the people in the Philippines because it is what he feels the Lord has called him to do. His plan is to start a charity here in
Canada through which he can better help not only those in Toril and Punta Bilar, but also those in Tandag and Poctoy, two new areas to which CREM has
expanded its mission. However, he is still looking for guidance on how such a charity can be set up.
Until then he will continue to do the best he can with what he has. "God sent me to Tyndale and there must be a reason for it," he says. "I thought, how can I
use this (education) to glorify God. Maybe this is it."
CHRISTOPHER RILEY EDUCATION MINISTRIES
these brothers of mine, you did for me,"
(Matt. 25:40)