Helen (Arnseth) Torvik is a 1940 graduate of Oak Grove and has spent a lifetime serving the Lord around the globe. Sensing a call to China, Helen prepared by studying the language only to be called to Madagascar instead. Helen spent 22 years serving on that island before joining the Daystar Ministry where she served 16 years. Most recently, Helen served from 1985-2005 as staff and associate staff for Youth with a Mission, serving short term in the Philippines, Korea and finally China. Helen has a deep passion for sharing with young people the message that God has a plan for their life. Her book, “Hitchhiking by Brush Taxi,” recounts many of the adventures and miracles she has witnessed through her lifetime of Christian commitment and loving service.