Robert and Joyce Carlson began linguistic work among the Supyire people of southeastern Mali in 1980. Over time, a translation and literacy team developed, and the Supyire New Testament was dedicated in 2007. In 2005, the Carlsons moved to Kenya, where Robert joined the faculty of Africa International University to train doctoral students in linguistics and translation. In 2020, the Carlsons relocated to New York State, where, for most of the year, they work remotely with students from around Africa. They continue to spend two months every year in Kenya. In addition to training people in East Africa as linguists and translation consultants, they maintain an ongoing relationship with the Supyire people of Mali in West Africa. Robert is currently working on his magnum opus--the Supyire/French dictionary--and communicates by Zoom and WhatsApp with his language assistants. The Carlsons are grateful for all those who partner with their Wycliffe ministry through prayer and financial assistance to make the word of God available in the languages of Africa. Thank you!
Location
Africa
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.
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