Hey Everyone,
October was full of fresh faces and continued growth. I had the opportunity to interact with so many wonderful students and to see God working in their lives. In my growing weekly discussion group at Hillside we are examining how our faith works, who God is, and who we are. A student who got in trouble with the police asked, “Why do I do these things?” During these conversations I have had the opportunity to help explain God's purpose and plan for each student through Jesus Christ. Also, I am having surprising face recognition among many students in the 10 schools I visited.
I had the pleasure to participate in a lot of student led activities. Students at a morning fellowship at Durham School of the Arts want the worlds of faith and school to collide in their own mind, heart, and practices, so they formed this group to prevent their own compartmentalizing of their worldview. Also, a senior at Chapel Hill High School started a weekly Bible Study during lunch. I have visited their meetings on a regular basis and will continue to support them with prayer, food, encouragement, and whatever else they need. By the beginning of December I will be leading an after-school Christian group at Kestrel Heights Charter School in Durham. It is a blessing to see God raise up student leaders and give them a passion for the Truth.
October was full of fresh faces and continued growth. I had the opportunity to interact with so many wonderful students and to see God working in their lives. In my growing weekly discussion group at Hillside we are examining how our faith works, who God is, and who we are. A student who got in trouble with the police asked, “Why do I do these things?” During these conversations I have had the opportunity to help explain God's purpose and plan for each student through Jesus Christ. Also, I am having surprising face recognition among many students in the 10 schools I visited.
I had the pleasure to participate in a lot of student led activities. Students at a morning fellowship at Durham School of the Arts want the worlds of faith and school to collide in their own mind, heart, and practices, so they formed this group to prevent their own compartmentalizing of their worldview. Also, a senior at Chapel Hill High School started a weekly Bible Study during lunch. I have visited their meetings on a regular basis and will continue to support them with prayer, food, encouragement, and whatever else they need. By the beginning of December I will be leading an after-school Christian group at Kestrel Heights Charter School in Durham. It is a blessing to see God raise up student leaders and give them a passion for the Truth.I started a lot of solid partnerships with churches and organizations who also want to serve the High Schools. I am assisting the Young Life organization in connecting to Hillside High through off-campus clubs. I am meeting with area churches who have students at these high schools so that we may support each other to disciple our students and introduce others to the person of Jesus Christ. Connecting and working with other people and groups with a similar vision will show students the love that Jesus prayed for (John 17:20-23) as well as unity within the body of Christ.
We are starting plans for having a worship event at Hillside High School in March. I am working with the Gospel Choir Director and teachers to bring in area worship teams and speakers to inspire and mobilize the students to lead the lives God has called them to lead and to connect them with local faith communities. We are so excited about this opportunity.
My personal ministry development was marked by meaningful interactions and uplifting opportunities. I attended the John Maxwell Leadership Conference in Durham, a Grace Churches International conference, pastoral meetings, youth pastor meetings, and meetings with my mentors. I am learning a lot about growing in my faith, how I communicate that faith with high schoolers, and how to live it.
Also, I was a featured missionary at the Global Impact Celebration, October 25 – 28, held at Grace Church, along with 12 other missionaries from 5 different countries. This event helps people understand what missions are and what is currently happening across the globe. I explained what I do, what I am planning to do, and helped motivate the attendees to follow God's purpose for their lives. I received a lot of encouragement from how excited people are about my mission. Ten people volunteered to help out at the schools! [Click here to see the brochure for this event]
I look forward to what is in store for November. My goals are to continue recruiting volunteers and planning to train, manage, and use them in the schools. I will continue to move forward to start more active communities at the schools, as well as continue to raise financial support so we may reach our goal.
On a more personal note, Elizabeth and I are happy to announce that Jilas will have a brother or sister around May 16, 2008. We are all excited and cannot wait to be a family of four.
Blessings,
Adam
We are starting plans for having a worship event at Hillside High School in March. I am working with the Gospel Choir Director and teachers to bring in area worship teams and speakers to inspire and mobilize the students to lead the lives God has called them to lead and to connect them with local faith communities. We are so excited about this opportunity.
My personal ministry development was marked by meaningful interactions and uplifting opportunities. I attended the John Maxwell Leadership Conference in Durham, a Grace Churches International conference, pastoral meetings, youth pastor meetings, and meetings with my mentors. I am learning a lot about growing in my faith, how I communicate that faith with high schoolers, and how to live it.
Also, I was a featured missionary at the Global Impact Celebration, October 25 – 28, held at Grace Church, along with 12 other missionaries from 5 different countries. This event helps people understand what missions are and what is currently happening across the globe. I explained what I do, what I am planning to do, and helped motivate the attendees to follow God's purpose for their lives. I received a lot of encouragement from how excited people are about my mission. Ten people volunteered to help out at the schools! [Click here to see the brochure for this event]I look forward to what is in store for November. My goals are to continue recruiting volunteers and planning to train, manage, and use them in the schools. I will continue to move forward to start more active communities at the schools, as well as continue to raise financial support so we may reach our goal.
On a more personal note, Elizabeth and I are happy to announce that Jilas will have a brother or sister around May 16, 2008. We are all excited and cannot wait to be a family of four.
Blessings,
Adam
