This past Wednesday, several of our students shared their Mission: Cincinnati experience with the rest of the Rochester Church. It was an exciting and encouraging time.
Thank you to the adults and students who were a part of our trip this year.
Several of the students shared stories about particular children at the center who had an impact on them. We heard about one girl who chased our van down the street as we left on the last day because she didn’t want to see us go. We heard about a boy who asked us to pray that he could be back with his family, instead of in foster care. These are just a few of the children who touched our hearts while we served in Cincinnati.
Wayne Beason shared his experiences while trying to lead a teen class with some of the teens in the community. His story of frustration leading into breakthrough was definitely a message of determination and perseverance. It was amazing to hear what God was able to accomplish through his teaching team.
We also heard about our experience at the school where we assembled 450 bags of school supplies and prayed with the community resource coordinator and the principal. Prayer in school is alive and well.
Another student talked about Pat Pugh. Pat is the minister in Cincinnati who works in the Millvale community on a daily basis. Pat is a true servant of God. This month, Pat and his church are moving into a new church building. We were blessed to be able to visit the new location and pray over it during our trip.
I have heard a lot of positive comments since Wednesday night. Our students are making an impact in Cincinnati and Rochester Hills. Their example of serving in the Kingdom of God has encouraged and motivated others.
An elder approached me following the presentation about doing “Cincinnati-type†efforts closer to home throughout the year. Two college students came up to me wanting to get involved in missions. I saw parents smiling as their teenage children talked about how God is working in their lives. That’s what it’s all about.
shine!
Jason
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