Today we got a bit of both worlds...
This morning Friendship House transformed into the gathering place for Great Victoria Presbyterian Church. Our team was in charge of the majority of the service and honestly, it went so smoothly. We decided to speak about "Faith, Hope and Love" - how each of these is relevant to our salvation as it unfolds now and precisely how each of them have been critical to our mission here in Sandy Row. Doug introduced the team and gave a little background about Take Flight. Ashley and I sang a few songs which was fun and many complemented about it afterward. Isaak, Travis and Jenessa deliever a three part message throughout the service and were excellent. They spoke so well with great clarity and connectedness. Many of the congregation gave us positive feedback and we were so blessed in return. Sandy Row so far has been a dynamic experience but truly a blessing more than anything else. We have already learned so much.
Tonight we had the privilage of heading to Downpatrick where we will be moving to next saturday for the remainder of the trip. We joined together with a Downpatrick Youth Group, leading an evening of "Team Challenges". It was so much fun. We had incredible help from all their volunteer leaders, and the kids were attentive, engaged and energetic. Doug gave a short devotional at the end about personal challenges that was really well delivered and insightful. The energy in the room at the end of the night after the devo and awarding prizes to all the winning teams was really inpiring and we all felt the evening was a success.
Keep us in your prayers as we enter our second week here in Sandy Row. We are excited to see the kids again tomorrow, and we are praying that hearts are moved, both our own and all those who wander through the doors at Friendship House. Pray for strength, endurance and above all the humility in knowing that although we are so small, God chooses to partner with us to do His work.
Wow, sounds like God is really moving in your midst. So good to hear all the good reports. You are all in our prayers and we will be sure to pray for the hearts of those you minister to.
ReplyDeleteRemain in Him and He will give you all the strength you need to accomplish His will.
Grace & peace be multiplied to you as you humbly seek to know Him.
Don & Wanda, hi Jenessa:)
Hello Team,
ReplyDeleteIt really sounds like you are all getting to minister in your giftedness as well as stepping outside of your comfort zones! We are all so excited to hear what God is doing and how receptive the people are. We continue to pray for your work there and as you transition to Downpatrick at the end of the week. May God bless every conversation you have within the team as well as with the people of N. Ireland.
God bless!