When I told people in that I was going to Myanmar in February, most people had to ask where it was. But when 20,000 monks protest in the streets of their capital, and are violently punished for it, it naturally gets the public’s attention…

My trip to Myanmar in February wasn’t to start, support, or even document a revolution. But it was a peacekeeping mission, of sorts. Through ESL, two friends and I helped encourage the work of some local pastors who are teaching the Bible to their own people. These Christian leaders (whose photos I can’t even post here for their own safety) are proclaiming the good news- that man can be reconciled to God. If anything will bring peace to Myanmar, it is that message: because a love for fellow man comes from accepting the love of God.

Enjoy these glimpses of this fascinating country! For a more complete look, check out the gallery here.

Yes, it’s finally here.

After being nudged, advised, and even cajoled (you know who you are!), I’m releasing the new MattFloreen.com into the wild! For those faithful followers of PsalmEight.com who have been wondering when I’d get back from Ghana (which was in 2005)… This new design will let me add new photos much more easily. Keep watching this blog for my latest work and news.

I hope you’ll enjoy my new site. Be sure to let me know what you think!