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Martin was born on September 19, 1959

Gracia was born on January 17, 1959

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 May 28, 1983: Martin and Gracia get married

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 May 28, 1983: Martin and Gracia get married

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Gracia was married to Martin Burnham on May 28, 1983, and they graduated together from the New Tribes Mission Training Institute in Durant, Mississippi, in 1984.

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March 1986: The Burnhams move to the Philippines

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March 1986: The Burnhams move to the Philippines

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In March 1986, Martin and Gracia left the states for a mission aviation assignment with New Tribes Mission in Northern Luzon, Philippines.

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Jeff was born in 1987

Mindy was born in 1989

Zach was born in 1990

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In May 2001, missionaries Martin and Gracia Burnham were kidnapped by the Abu Sayyaf Group in the Philippines while celebrating their 18th wedding anniversary.

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A rescue operation by the Philippine military leads to the end of Martin and Gracia's captivity. Tragically, Martin and filipino nurse, Ediborah Yap, were killed during the rescue, while Gracia is freed.

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Gracia Burnham returns to the United States, where she is welcomed by friends, family, and a nation moved by her story.

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Gracia Burnham shares her and Martin’s story through speeches, a book, and multiple interviews, transforming their ordeal into a powerful testimony of faith under trial. Their story continues to inspire and teach lessons on the depth of faith, forgiveness, and moving forward.

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Jeff decided to make the wedding date on the day of kidnapping, so his Mom would have some happy memories on that day.