#15 - Paul Zimmer - Island Missions - Breaking caste systems in Micronesia - his story of using a sawmill and solar power as access

The islanders refuse access to Westerners. Unless you have a beneficial reason to come - then they beg you to show up. That is BAM at work - using skills and talents God gave to create access.

Guest Bio:

Paul Zimmer is a missionary, innovator, and founder of Faith Baptist Church and Faith Christian Academy on Yap Island, Micronesia. With a background in electrical engineering and theology, Paul has uniquely blended his skills to serve remote communities since 2001.

He pioneered the use of a sawmill and later solar energy to build both relationships and infrastructure, overcoming cultural barriers with practical solutions. During the COVID-19 pandemic, Paul shifted focus to a solar business in the US, funding ongoing ministry efforts back in Yap.

Social Links:

Pacific HELPS: https://pacifichelps.org

Detail Solar: https://detailsolar.com/

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Time Stamps:

0:00 - Intro

3:00 - Paul’s Salvation and Calling

9:30 - First Mission Trip to Micronesia

15:45 - Starting Ministry in Yap

24:00 - Using a Sawmill to Open Doors

32:00 - Cultural Challenges on Yap

38:30 - Language, Stone Money & Gospel Pictures

43:00 - Solar Power and Ministry Expansion

51:20 - Government & Outer Islands Solar Projects

58:40 - Certification and Business as Missions

1:07:00 - Starting Faith Christian Academy

1:13:30 - School Culture and Breaking Caste

1:23:00 - COVID Lockdown Impact

1:29:00 - Funding and Future Vision

1:35:00 - Paul’s Early Business Ventures

1:41:00 - Spiritual Currency & Faith in Action