We are the van Rietschoten family, David, Matildes, Lucas, and Lydia.  David serves as the baker on board, with a heart for training in the skills that God has given to him.  Matildes primary role is be a mom for our children and also serve as mentor and support to crew members and locals through mentoring, listening ear, encouragement and prayers. Both Lucas and Lydia will be attending school on board and being active part of life and ministry of the ship by being kids!

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