With a love for languages and an analytical mind, linguistics seemed a natural fit for David Barnes. Convinced that Scripture is essential for spirituality, theology, and life in general, David decided that Bible translation was the best application for his God-given interest and skill set. He received training at CanIL (the Canada Institute of Linguistics), graduating with a Master's degree in 2018, and joined Wycliffe in 2019.
David will be working in Southeast Asia as a Linguist/Translator. When the time comes, he will work with a team of local speakers of a minority language still needing translation. David will help analyze their language, develop a writing system, and work with the local speakers to translate Scripture into their language.
"The tongue has the power of life and death, and those who love it will eat its fruit." (Proverbs 18:21).
Wycliffe Ministry Budget
Wycliffe establishes a Ministry Budget for its members to reflect recurring expenses related to family factors and their geographic location of service. Giving to Wycliffe directly impacts members' ability to begin and remain in their assignment.
This monthly budget covers ministry-related expenses, insurance and retirement, social security and taxes, and Wycliffe administrative costs. The remainder is what the members receive as "take-home pay" for their daily living expenses.