3 Things to know...
First, we will be having a game night this Friday, at Ridgecrest, in The Ridgecrest Room. There is a door on the backside of the building that goes directly into the Ridgecrest Room that will be open. Details are as follows:
Time: 6-10pm -ish
Cost: $3 if you have it
Food: Mexican (Nachos/Tacos)
Bring: A friend, and any group or board games you enjoy.
RSVP: Please respond and let me know if you will be there so we can plan for food - thx
Second, there will be no Young Adult Small Group this week because we will be having two Easter Services at Remington's.
Third, we will be baptizing in the 10:30 service this Sunday. If you need to take that step in your walk with Christ, or if you know someone who does, be there with a towel and a change of clothes! Very Exciting!
- Let me know if you have any questions...see you Friday!
Wednesday, March 27, 2013
Friday, March 15, 2013
Chicago Mission Trip Day 7
We had a great final day here in Chicago. We spent the morning finishing our work at the school, and had a great time with the kids and the school administration. They were a blessing to us, and it was great to be able to serve them.
We spent some time debriefing this afternoon, then we got to have the chance to have a hip hop concert at the church. We had a ton of fun with a ton of new friends!
We head back home in the morning...pray for safety and smooth travels!
We spent some time debriefing this afternoon, then we got to have the chance to have a hip hop concert at the church. We had a ton of fun with a ton of new friends!
We head back home in the morning...pray for safety and smooth travels!
Thursday, March 14, 2013
Chicago mission trip day 6
Once again, we had a great day here in Chicago. We spent the morning at our elementary school, and had a great time working and playing with kids. Those of us working in the library were able to spend a lot of time with kids today, playing, reading, eating lunch, and helping with homework. Many of the kids have rough home lives and difficult circumstances, and our prayer is that we are able to be the light of Christ to them.
This afternoon, we spent a couple of hours riding the "L" (elevated train). Our purpose was simple...ride the train and engage people in conversation. Many on our time had very good conversations with people, and were even able to share Christ.
This evening, we enjoying hearing from the pastor of the church we are working with. He is an incredible speaker, challenging and calling us to a life lived fully loving Jesus and loving people.
Everyone is doing well! Pray for another great day tomorrow, and for God to be at work around us!
This afternoon, we spent a couple of hours riding the "L" (elevated train). Our purpose was simple...ride the train and engage people in conversation. Many on our time had very good conversations with people, and were even able to share Christ.
This evening, we enjoying hearing from the pastor of the church we are working with. He is an incredible speaker, challenging and calling us to a life lived fully loving Jesus and loving people.
Everyone is doing well! Pray for another great day tomorrow, and for God to be at work around us!
Wednesday, March 13, 2013
Chicago Mission Trip day 5
Well, we had a great Wednesday here in the Windy City. This morning, we spent time at the elementary school again, continuing our work in the messy library.
This afternoon, we did something called "mealshare," where we went downtown with an extra lunch, and looked for homeless to share our lunch with. The team had a great time sharing lunch and stories with some great people.
This evening, we had some time off to enjoy the city and see the sights. We had a ton of fun, and some great cheesecake!
This afternoon, we did something called "mealshare," where we went downtown with an extra lunch, and looked for homeless to share our lunch with. The team had a great time sharing lunch and stories with some great people.
This evening, we had some time off to enjoy the city and see the sights. We had a ton of fun, and some great cheesecake!
Chicago Spring Break mission trip day 4
We had a great day today. We once again spent part of the day serving at the school, working with kids and organizing a library.
In the afternoon, we had the privilege of visiting the Pacific Garden Mission. PGM has been around since 1877, and is daily impacting and changing lives of those who are homeless and in need. It was eye-opening and challenging to see how they work, and the situations they daily encounter.
Excited to continue our time of ministry here in Chicago!
In the afternoon, we had the privilege of visiting the Pacific Garden Mission. PGM has been around since 1877, and is daily impacting and changing lives of those who are homeless and in need. It was eye-opening and challenging to see how they work, and the situations they daily encounter.
Excited to continue our time of ministry here in Chicago!
Monday, March 11, 2013
Chicago Mission Trip day 3
What a great day. We began our ministry projects today, and we are mainly focused at an elementary school in the area. Our team is working in classrooms with kids, doing office work, an organizing a quite messy school library.
We will also be doing other types of ministry this week, but each day we will spend time at the school.
One of our team members is also serving by doing construction and remodeling on a local church.
The team is doing great, and enjoying our time. In the evenings, we have the great opportunity to be a part of teaching and discussion about the Gospel, poverty, racism, and justice. All very challenging and eye-opening, but very good!
Pray for the team to be full of energy, life, and God's presence!
We will also be doing other types of ministry this week, but each day we will spend time at the school.
One of our team members is also serving by doing construction and remodeling on a local church.
The team is doing great, and enjoying our time. In the evenings, we have the great opportunity to be a part of teaching and discussion about the Gospel, poverty, racism, and justice. All very challenging and eye-opening, but very good!
Pray for the team to be full of energy, life, and God's presence!
Sunday, March 10, 2013
Chicago Mission Trip Day 2
Hey all, we've had a great day here in Chi-town. We attended a great church this morning, and loved worshipping Jesus alongside brothers and sisters in Christ. After a great lunch, we started our orientation for the week.
We will have the opportunity of working in an elementary school, serving and helping out with kids. Looking forward to it!
Please pray that each team member will be used by The Lord, and that we stay full of energy. Pray for God to give is divine appointments!
We will have the opportunity of working in an elementary school, serving and helping out with kids. Looking forward to it!
Please pray that each team member will be used by The Lord, and that we stay full of energy. Pray for God to give is divine appointments!
Saturday, March 9, 2013
Chicago Mission Trip Day 1
We made it safely to Chicago...long drive, but everything went smoothly. We had a great time in the city tonight, and enjoyed some great Chicago style pizza.
We will attend church here in the morning, then begin orientation for our week at 4pm tomorrow.
Please pray for God to prepare our hearts, as well as he people we will encounter. We are excited about a great week!
We will attend church here in the morning, then begin orientation for our week at 4pm tomorrow.
Please pray for God to prepare our hearts, as well as he people we will encounter. We are excited about a great week!
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