Katie grew up in Papua New Guinea as a missionary kid, where she witnessed firsthand God’s transforming work among the Mengen people. As she watched a community move from spiritual darkness into the light of Christ, God was also quietly drawing her own heart to salvation.
As Katie grew, God continued to lead her on a journey of faith, shaping her heart and preparing her for what He was calling her to do. Through Scripture, she became increasingly aware of God’s deep and relentless love for the nations, and it became clear that the story God was writing in her life was leading her back to Papua New Guinea, this time to serve as a missionary herself.
Recognizing that obedience would require preparation, Katie sought out training to be equipped for cross-cultural ministry. She applied to Ethnos Canada’s cross-cultural church planting program (ethnostraining.ca), where she gained essential skills for ministry among unreached people groups. She later completed an advanced linguistics course, further preparing her for the work ahead. Katie is now visiting churches and meeting with individuals to share her vision for ministry as she prepares for her upcoming move to Papua New Guinea this fall.