Today is a bright and beautiful day down here in Ensenada, Mexico. It is also the day of rest "Sabbath" so we are giving the students a day to relax and get spiritually prepared for the week ahead.
In the morning our team split into two groups and headed to two different worship services. Pastor Matt had an opportunity to preach and the team enjoyed the service in the location of the church we will be building. The other team visited a church that was just finished the final floor this past spring, and had an opportunity to worship with excitement and energy.
Afternoon at around 4:00 we split the teams up into two groups again and visited two other churches, both beautiful in their own way.
In the evening many students commented on they were able to worship in different languages and had an opportunity to see another culture worship in their own setting.
Please pray for:
1. Everyone is healthy, keep praying for the students and leaders as the days go on.
2. Students spirits are high, excited, and full of energy, waiting for the work and ministry to begin.
3. Pray for safety on the work site.
Please pass this on to all who are would like to know what is happening, that are supporting, and are excited about allowing God to make a difference in the next generation.
Monday, June 30, 2008
Saturday, June 21, 2008
Prep for Mexico
Well we are almost ready for our trip to Ensenada Mexico. Please be praying for us as we take 55 students, college students, and adults down into Ensenada Mexico.
We will be building two homes for families who are currently living under tents, and also a Church which will hold about 100 people. They are currently having meetings in a neighbor's back yard.
Also we will have a chance to hold two vacation bible school days with the children of this community, and do a community wide outreach event for this valley.
Another exciting opportunity is to go into the city of Ensenada and clean up the parks, pass out food, witness, teach english, and help the "city" church.
Please keep this blog for your reference as we will be sending daily updates with pictures, information, and prayer requests.
Specific prayers:
Saturday - June 28 - Travel, safety as we cross the border, settling in, and culture shock
Sunday - June 29 - Visiting local churches, and sharing our testimony with them
Monday - June 30 - Begin construction - safety, rest, motivation, and focus
Tuesday - July 1 - Construction, Vacation Bible School - teaching children about God.
Wednesday - July 2 - Construction safety as we put up the roof, Community outreach - as we play games, interact with families, and share our faith.
Thursday - July 3 - Construction, Vacation Bible School - teaching children about God
Friday - July 4 - Construction rap up, Packing up, safety as we head back across the border.
Saturday - July 5 - pray as students start to come back into the US culture, and start the debriefing process.
Sunday - July 6 - Safety as we travel back to New Jersey.
Wednesday, June 4, 2008
Parent update for June
Parents:
Summer is almost here and there are many events coming up. If you were unable to attend the monthly parent meetings last week, please take this opportunity to learn more of what is happening in Crossroads Student Ministries.
For Everyone:
“Open House Sunday” - June 15 , 22, and July 20 12:00 pm in rooms 203/204
Each meeting is identical where we have an opportunity to discuss this coming Fall and the student program. Over the past couple of months I have been challenged to take a hard look at our youth program and ask myself the question, What is it going take for us to ‘take the next step’ in youth ministry. I spent a few days away at a Student Ministries Conference with some volunteers, parents, and key leaders. We heard about the future of youth ministry throughout the country. I would like to share some of those insights. that God has placed on my heart concerning our students here at Princeton Alliance Church and the surrounding area. Let’s sit down, talk through them and build a program together that can make a difference in this community.
May 27 & 28 in our current series on Tuesday and Wednesday nights we talked about how to choose the right friends and who of those friends will help us make it through the summer. This series is set up to help students be prepared for the summer challenges. We than conclude the year with a night of worship (June 3&4) and a night of celebration (June 10&11). We are already starting to promote the summer events and will mail information to you/your students within the next few weeks.
For those with a Middle School student:
Survivor Night – June 13th – Friday Night Lock-In
Middle Schoolers have the opportunity to spend an evening at the Barry Bonds Grand Slam for the whole night. The cost of $50 covers food, transportation, and use of the facility. Please go to http://www.princetonalliance.org/events/survivor for detailed information.
Pool Parties – July 9, 16, 23, and 30 - 6:00 – 8:00 pm
Our summer Middle School program consists of a Bible story, devotional and social time around a pool allowing the younger students a chance to connect to the older students.
Middle School Camp – August 4-8
There are FIVE great mornings of spiritual input, fun, energy, and great relationship building. Wednesday, August 6 we take all the students to Hurricane Harbor for a day of fun.
Beach Daze: - July 31, August 28 – 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Students and leaders spend a day at the beach. Fifteen ($15) covers transportation and their beach tag. Students must brown bag or bring additional money to cover the cost of their lunch.
For those with a High School student:
Ensenada 2008 – June 28-July 6
Our high school team will head to Ensenada, Mexico to help families in need by building, serving, and sharing their faith. Please pray for all the students who will be making a difference this summer.
Pool Parties – July 15, 22, 29, and August 12 – 6:00 – 8:00 pm
Our summer High School program consists of a Bible story, devotional and social time around a pool allowing the younger students a chance to connect to the older
Beach Daze: - July 31, August 28 – 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Students and leaders spend a day at the beach. Fifteen ($15) covers transportation and their beach tag. Students must brown bag or bring additional money to cover the cost of their lunch.
Please take a moment to pass this on to people who may not receive the update, and I welcome feedback on how I can continue to inform you about Crossroads Student Ministries.
Summer is almost here and there are many events coming up. If you were unable to attend the monthly parent meetings last week, please take this opportunity to learn more of what is happening in Crossroads Student Ministries.
For Everyone:
“Open House Sunday” - June 15 , 22, and July 20 12:00 pm in rooms 203/204
Each meeting is identical where we have an opportunity to discuss this coming Fall and the student program. Over the past couple of months I have been challenged to take a hard look at our youth program and ask myself the question, What is it going take for us to ‘take the next step’ in youth ministry. I spent a few days away at a Student Ministries Conference with some volunteers, parents, and key leaders. We heard about the future of youth ministry throughout the country. I would like to share some of those insights. that God has placed on my heart concerning our students here at Princeton Alliance Church and the surrounding area. Let’s sit down, talk through them and build a program together that can make a difference in this community.
May 27 & 28 in our current series on Tuesday and Wednesday nights we talked about how to choose the right friends and who of those friends will help us make it through the summer. This series is set up to help students be prepared for the summer challenges. We than conclude the year with a night of worship (June 3&4) and a night of celebration (June 10&11). We are already starting to promote the summer events and will mail information to you/your students within the next few weeks.
For those with a Middle School student:
Survivor Night – June 13th – Friday Night Lock-In
Middle Schoolers have the opportunity to spend an evening at the Barry Bonds Grand Slam for the whole night. The cost of $50 covers food, transportation, and use of the facility. Please go to http://www.princetonalliance.org/events/survivor for detailed information.
Pool Parties – July 9, 16, 23, and 30 - 6:00 – 8:00 pm
Our summer Middle School program consists of a Bible story, devotional and social time around a pool allowing the younger students a chance to connect to the older students.
Middle School Camp – August 4-8
There are FIVE great mornings of spiritual input, fun, energy, and great relationship building. Wednesday, August 6 we take all the students to Hurricane Harbor for a day of fun.
Beach Daze: - July 31, August 28 – 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Students and leaders spend a day at the beach. Fifteen ($15) covers transportation and their beach tag. Students must brown bag or bring additional money to cover the cost of their lunch.
For those with a High School student:
Ensenada 2008 – June 28-July 6
Our high school team will head to Ensenada, Mexico to help families in need by building, serving, and sharing their faith. Please pray for all the students who will be making a difference this summer.
Pool Parties – July 15, 22, 29, and August 12 – 6:00 – 8:00 pm
Our summer High School program consists of a Bible story, devotional and social time around a pool allowing the younger students a chance to connect to the older
Beach Daze: - July 31, August 28 – 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Students and leaders spend a day at the beach. Fifteen ($15) covers transportation and their beach tag. Students must brown bag or bring additional money to cover the cost of their lunch.
Please take a moment to pass this on to people who may not receive the update, and I welcome feedback on how I can continue to inform you about Crossroads Student Ministries.
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