An exciting solution!
DEAF TRANSLATORS
How do you train and equip Deaf to translate the Bible into their language (Sign Language) when there are no commentaries, reference materials, Bible dictionaries or other translation tools available in their language?
This is the dilemma facing the DOOR staff, around the world, as they seek to train and equip Deaf "native hand" Bible translators - translating scripture passages from words into their Sign Language.
DEAF LEADERS
How do Deaf leaders preach every Sunday, teach a Bible Study or lead a small group with no lesson plan and no study materials of any kind in their language? DOOR is learning that even if a "Primary" Bible is provided in their Sign Language, it is very difficult for them to preach, teach and lead with no study materials or explanations in their Sign Language.
THE SOLUTION
The "DEEP" is an exciting solution. DOOR's Deaf leaders envision an in-depth commentary complete with maps, illustrations and explanations for each person, place, animal, object, cultural issue, religious term or other confusing items for every story in the DOOR CBS (Chronological Bible Storying) series!
A DEEP TEAM
A Deaf team - Stuart Thiessen, Mark Sorenson and Philippe Gallant -- has been formed to do research and develop a Sign Language DVD/web-based "DEEP" for each story.
Once completed, the "DEEP" will be made available to each and every Deaf translator, teacher, leader or preacher who needs it for their ministry.
IMPACT
This will equip the Deaf with study and reference materials they need to confidently teach God's Word to the Deaf of their communities around the world. These "tools" --along with a Bible in their Sign Language on DVD -- will made a huge impact in the Deaf world.
PRAY!
This will be a God-sized project involving a lot of time and money. Please pray for Stuart, Mark, and Philippe as they begin this much-needed resource.