Wokbung Wantaim

  Against the odds: The positive vibe, thrilled and persistent The 34th ELCPNG Synod in Ialibu promised a monumental event, and our audio/visual team was determined to make it shine. But little did we know, what awaited us was an odyssey of unexpected hurdles and ingenious solutions. Buckle up, for this is a tale of unwavering dedication and triumph in the face of adversity. Planning Under Fire: A Month to MacGyver Magic We knew our PTZ cameras, SRT protocol, VMix, and VSAT setup would be the magic wands. But with equipment arriving just one month before the event, we had to channel our inner MacGyvers. Sleepless nights were spent reworking plans, meticulously reviewing site surveys, and conducting endless test runs. Landing in Ialibu: Time Crunch Meets Construction Chaos We arrived with 72 hours in hand, only to find the main hall shrouded in construction dust. No space to unpack, no power – just 24 hours before the grand opening. Undeterred, we scoured a nearby school library, bu...

  MV Ialibu: A Ship's Name Rooted in Faith but met with controversy The MV Ialibu, a vessel owned by ELCPNG and operated by iroks limited, is more than just a ship. For those who don't know its story take the name as a source of controversy when it was first launched back in 2019 but for those who knew, the name always stands as a testament to the enduring legacy of Lutheran missions in Papua New Guinea. Initially, the choice of "Ialibu" for a seafaring vessel raised eyebrows. After all, Ialibu is a landlocked mountain region, 2,000 meters above the waves. Whispers of political influence swirled, linking the name to a hefty government donation by then-Prime Minister Peter O'Neill, who represented the Ialibu/Pangia district. It was O'Neil who donated the 10million kina of public funds and as expected the rumors of controversy in naming the ship. But the name ialibu was more than just a political electorate. The story goes deeper, beyond whispers and controversi...