Thursday, November 30, 2017
Missionary To Lithuania: Thanksgiving & Friendships definetly "Turkeylishes...
Missionary To Lithuania: Thanksgiving & Friendships definetly "Turkeylishes...: I'm grateful for all of you! Jonava & "Friend" Days During this past month Mark Canfield, from St. Petersburg, (no...
Thanksgiving & Friendships definetly "Turkeylishes"
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| I'm grateful for all of you! |
Jonava & "Friend" Days
During this past month Mark Canfield, from St. Petersburg, (not Russia) Florida joined me here in Lithuania. His church has been faithful and involved in Kidz Lithuania & Jonava Youth Center since their conceptions. This month Mark inspired, coached and partnered with Pastors Arvydas & Reda by launching a "Friends" campaign while he was here and I am continuing the series with them through the follow-up weeks. Forty-Two attended on November 19, 2017, on November 26, 2017 our second week we had Twenty-Eight and I'm headed back on this Sunday with the final week of a three week series of "What makes you happy?" Ultimately: The final answer is a healthy relationship with Jesus and the body of Christ and understanding our purpose.
Pastors Reda & Arvdyas along with Mark Canfield
November 19, 2017, Worship Service in a cold building--which was flooded with the warmth of His praises!
"Thanksgiving & Friendships"
Thanksgiving day all the missionaries from the Baltics and a few others from Ukraine joined us for a wonderful time of fellowship. Twenty-One in all joined for the celebration.
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| Give Thanks with a grateful heart! |
Simona Slepikaite, is one of Kidz Lithuania former leaders, and coach. Together we celebrate our friendship & her birthday as she turns 2-0. Twenty no more a teen but i'm so proud of her for the young woman she has become. Also overjoyed with our beautiful friendship. Looking forward to see what God has in store for her future. Currently she is a full-time student, and working full time too. Jesus keep her close, protected and full of your SPIRIT.
Thank you for your prayers:
1. Karen & Paulius as they continue to lead Kidz Lithuania during their last year of high school.
2. Pray for our young team members that they would continue to grow with a desire to remain faithful in learning the disciplines of the Lord.
3. Pray for "a few friends" I've been sharing the Love of God with a few professionals and just hoping for Truth to rock their world.
4 Pray for Jonava Christian Church to continue to grow healthy.
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Wednesday, November 8, 2017
Fulfilling the Great Commission in Romania
Kidz Lithuania just returned from our very first international missions trip in Romania. We joined forces with Kidz Romania, under the leadership of Assemblies of God Missionary Tamara Henkes. We traveled by plane (which was the first time 3 of the 4 kids) had ever traveled by plane. The week was filled with so many new experiences culturally working with international kids, Turkish, Gypsy, and Village children. October 28-November 6, we joined up with Kidz Romania, ten services in eight days. Traveling over 2,275 miles and sharing the Gospel with unchurched children in hopes to connect them with a personal Jesus and a local family of believers.
Fulfilling the Great Commission, took a great step of faith and also the partnership of many who gave. Many believers in Latvia, Lithuania, and the USA gave so that four leaders from Kidz Lithuania could learn the importance of "fulfilling the great commission"Matthew 28:16-20. Again, we pioneered a new experience for youth in hopes this will grow their vision and desire to be obedient to the Word of God.
Our team shared their testimonies, and filled in the background of Kidz Romania public school ministry character programs and evangelistic programs. Their faith was increased and there hearts were challenged to step out and get on a plane, live in a different culture; experience a different language and the wide variety of food . I wish you all could have physically traveled this journey with us and hear how God is growing in their hearts. Soon these young people will be adult leaders, where they will be able to lead a new generation taking them on grand journeys' in country and far away fulfilling their purpose.
Thank you Pastor Jeff & Heather Street from Summit Assembly of God, in McDonald, OH who honestly stepped out in faith and invested greatly. Your fellowship made an eternal investment that we will only see the total fruit of it when we sit at the feet of our creator. Thank you for thinking and serving with big hearts and sacrifice.
Fulfilling the Great Commission, took a great step of faith and also the partnership of many who gave. Many believers in Latvia, Lithuania, and the USA gave so that four leaders from Kidz Lithuania could learn the importance of "fulfilling the great commission"Matthew 28:16-20. Again, we pioneered a new experience for youth in hopes this will grow their vision and desire to be obedient to the Word of God.
Our team shared their testimonies, and filled in the background of Kidz Romania public school ministry character programs and evangelistic programs. Their faith was increased and there hearts were challenged to step out and get on a plane, live in a different culture; experience a different language and the wide variety of food . I wish you all could have physically traveled this journey with us and hear how God is growing in their hearts. Soon these young people will be adult leaders, where they will be able to lead a new generation taking them on grand journeys' in country and far away fulfilling their purpose.
Thank you Pastor Jeff & Heather Street from Summit Assembly of God, in McDonald, OH who honestly stepped out in faith and invested greatly. Your fellowship made an eternal investment that we will only see the total fruit of it when we sit at the feet of our creator. Thank you for thinking and serving with big hearts and sacrifice.
Thursday, October 12, 2017
"I Believe in US"
In todays' world there are so many distractions, disappointments and destructions hitting us in the face. I've been praying how can I simply share with you, a glimmer of HOPE. My reality is that "I Believe in US"
I believe in Kidz Lithuania and the investment we are making in young peoples lives so that they will step up to the challenge of serving the Lord relentlessly no matter circumstances they may face in their lifetime.
I believe in teaching children about the power of God understanding the dynamics of The Holy Spirit. Offering personal intimate discussions that allow a young person to explore the Gospel setting them on a journey; where the destiny is defined by them being able to Identify their purpose at a young age, Hear & Respond to the leading of the Holy Spirit, and them Fulfilling their specific purpose for which God created them; while they share the Gospel intentionally everywhere they go.
I believe in US, that's every person who prays for us when the Holy Spirit brings us to your thoughts and heart. I'm grateful for every person young and old who has been obediently faithful in the gift of your time, money and talents. "Faithfulness", is so imperative for us to continue on our Journey.
I believe in Kidz Lithuania Future and our partnerships with the ministers here in Lithuania & The Baltics who have asked for us to stand with them, train and inspire them to pass the torch into the hands of the next generation. A torch that is well lit, powerful and ready to ignite and set free those who are hungry for the Truth.
I Believe in YOU! Thank you, for making our efforts more effective.
Blessings
Sharon McCammon
I believe in Kidz Lithuania and the investment we are making in young peoples lives so that they will step up to the challenge of serving the Lord relentlessly no matter circumstances they may face in their lifetime.
I believe in teaching children about the power of God understanding the dynamics of The Holy Spirit. Offering personal intimate discussions that allow a young person to explore the Gospel setting them on a journey; where the destiny is defined by them being able to Identify their purpose at a young age, Hear & Respond to the leading of the Holy Spirit, and them Fulfilling their specific purpose for which God created them; while they share the Gospel intentionally everywhere they go.
I believe in US, that's every person who prays for us when the Holy Spirit brings us to your thoughts and heart. I'm grateful for every person young and old who has been obediently faithful in the gift of your time, money and talents. "Faithfulness", is so imperative for us to continue on our Journey.
I believe in Kidz Lithuania Future and our partnerships with the ministers here in Lithuania & The Baltics who have asked for us to stand with them, train and inspire them to pass the torch into the hands of the next generation. A torch that is well lit, powerful and ready to ignite and set free those who are hungry for the Truth.
I Believe in YOU! Thank you, for making our efforts more effective.
Blessings
Sharon McCammon
Friday, September 1, 2017
Friday, August 25, 2017
Just One Tear---We removed the clutter from their attic and God removed the clutter from their heart
Just a Tear....Kidz Lithuania ventured out in a new territory this past month we packed up and traveled to a small village name Trokskunai. We pulled in for three days....with plans of creating a "Day Camp" for the elderly. So many of their hearts were changed in their golden moments of life.
We experienced a Tear of Joy when one of the men made a match in the matching game. He cracked a smile and when he learned he could go again his smile only grew. Then the tear fell he was happy and his tear was contagious.
Every day Anna, Erika and I (Sharon) entered the kitchen to cook and bake special treats for our new students.
Just a Tear which did not come from the many onions we chopped; but from the conditions we prepared food. The kitchen was small and lacking in so many areas. They had little to nothing to work with and from. These tears were those of sadness. It was apparent we needed to go shopping and help them with some necessary tools.
Just a Tear, while the halls for the first time in a long time echoed the beauty from the sounds of pure worship. A Tear of Peace and memory for some. Their hearts were slowly opening and during the last time of worship many bowed their heads and prayed to the King of Kings. Our purpose and mission was complete so we thought.
But the lively music from chair dancing.....From country, to tango and their desire to try some rock and roll. (Elvis---Remember they are in their 80's) Kept the ladies hearts filling up with happiness and a sense of accomplishment.
The sound of bean bags hitting the "twister" mat and the rhythms of their claps when they won a treat. To hear the joy when we had a balloon volley ball & milkshake party. The old songs and stories kept on surfacing.
Just one tear explained it all when our team turned their cafeteria into a hand massage palour. There, we experienced more than one tear-- several shared that they couldn't remember the last time anyone touched them in such a kind and loving way. Those words changed our team members hearts forever.
Our boys removed the clutter from the attic three days of hard labor as we witnessed Jesus clearing the clutter from their hearts.
Thursday, July 27, 2017
Mid Summer's Break & Still More Opportunity to Serve!
Since June 5, 2017 Kidz Lithuania has been on the move non-stop preparing for training camps with special guests Isaac Smythia and Brittany Hunt Powell along with outreaches in different cities across the nation of Lithuania we have been on the go. July 22, 2017 our last team from Erie Shores & Radiant Life left us a little sad the fellowship was amazing for our entire team.
During the middle of our preparation we endured the worse storm in over 20years. In the middle of afternoon games, a storm blew in quickly; I phoned from the front of the home to go inside and we headed out to pick up supplies in the middle of a "Microburst Storm" leaving our capital city flooded. That evening there was a lake on the highway.
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| Isaac Smythia shared the Word. Youth & Adults Responded. |
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| Training camp with Brittany Hunt Powell |
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| Microstorm while picking up supplies |
I've never witnessed before the clouds coming down and kissing the ground; the picture does not do it justice. The amount of rain that fell this day was astounding, and left the city center and main highway under water leaving many without electricity.
We headed out and served side by side with Panevegyz, Jonava & Svenconyz. Some of the team members served in laying tile inside of one church and outside on the other. They worked so hard and so unselfishly. Such an amazing group of servants. Pastor Harry Hunt & Pastor Dave Gross you have sent such hard working servants.
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| Panavegyz Tile Laying |
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| Svenconyz Youth prayed for our team. |
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| Game Time in Svenconyz |
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| Entering Jonava-The city that has my heart. |
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| City Wide event for children in Jonava |
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| Last Day in Svenconyz |
It's been good summer so far and we are mid summer. Our teams are now gone but we still have August to reach out and touch the lives of Lithuanian Children and some elderly.
Prayer Requests:
- First week of August, Paulius Slepikas and many of our travel team members will be serving in the Urban Camp as Camp Leaders, and also helping with the program. Please keep them in prayer. This will be their fourth camp of the summer.
- Elderly Day Camp, we have a great opportunity to share the Love of Jesus with Pensioneers. August 8-10, we will be doing a day camp for 20 elderly shut-ins with the desire to share the Gospel during their golden hours. Pray that our kids will remain sensitive and allow the Holy Spirit to work through their every word and action.
- August 20-23, Leadership Retreat and Preparation for this fall schedule for our Leaders & Leaders in Training.
- Pray for our Leaders in training: Augustas Mozuras, Gabriele Volskaite, Justas Slepikas, and Erika Eis.
Praise Reports
The Lord has blessed us above and beyond through the prayers and kind connections of a great friend. We had a great financial break through in June and pray that this storm has passed. Thank you to Toledo Calvary, Wapakonetta First, Erie Shores & Isaac Smythia for being a part of our miracle.
Friday, July 14, 2017
Erie hasn't been Eerie
This past week has been absolutely amazing time with my friends and church family from Port Clinton Erie Shores. William & Brittany Powell, have done an amazing job in preparing the Erie Shores based team to come and serve; their entire team has excelled in serving. From "Pupele" to "Juodanasia", we have laughed and prayerfully grown beyond our impact.
Panevezys Church was thoroughly blessed by the hard work and labor in laying down the tile without complaints working bent over, laying down in positions that would make most people needing a chiropractor since laying tile is new experience for most of them. They were successful, Pastor Ramunas and the church were blessed beyond measure. Thank you for your willingness to come and serve according to the needs here.
While eight of the team members went to Panavegyz, including Jeremiah & Ashley Hunt from Radiant Life Dublin; the rest of the team was serving in a training camp for Kidz Lithuania Evangelism & Discipleship team. Thank you Pastors Dave & Kay Gross) for your faithful investment in Kidz Lithuania and all we do. Your staff and church have been represented well by this young couple.
Brittany Powell, taught some amazing Biblical life lessons about how to face the world according to scripture where my kids heard the message strong...."Satan hates humbleness!" Her teaching is so personal and intimate that I know the residuals will be changing lives after their departure.
Today is a laundry, rest and tour day halfway through their journey. Then tonight we are back at preparing for the next week. Where we will together go and share the love of Jesus in the small city of Svenconyz.
Keep us in prayer!!! This Sunday William Powell will be preaching. We are believing that many children will come for the first time during the day for our children's events; we have one evening where we are inviting the moms & ladies of the community for a ladies tea; a few nights during the week for youth events and a couple nights we will also join the local church for their prayer meetings.
Panevezys Church was thoroughly blessed by the hard work and labor in laying down the tile without complaints working bent over, laying down in positions that would make most people needing a chiropractor since laying tile is new experience for most of them. They were successful, Pastor Ramunas and the church were blessed beyond measure. Thank you for your willingness to come and serve according to the needs here.
While eight of the team members went to Panavegyz, including Jeremiah & Ashley Hunt from Radiant Life Dublin; the rest of the team was serving in a training camp for Kidz Lithuania Evangelism & Discipleship team. Thank you Pastors Dave & Kay Gross) for your faithful investment in Kidz Lithuania and all we do. Your staff and church have been represented well by this young couple.
Brittany Powell, taught some amazing Biblical life lessons about how to face the world according to scripture where my kids heard the message strong...."Satan hates humbleness!" Her teaching is so personal and intimate that I know the residuals will be changing lives after their departure.
Today is a laundry, rest and tour day halfway through their journey. Then tonight we are back at preparing for the next week. Where we will together go and share the love of Jesus in the small city of Svenconyz.
Keep us in prayer!!! This Sunday William Powell will be preaching. We are believing that many children will come for the first time during the day for our children's events; we have one evening where we are inviting the moms & ladies of the community for a ladies tea; a few nights during the week for youth events and a couple nights we will also join the local church for their prayer meetings.
Transitionally Challenged
I think something most missionaries can relate to is the reality that we are in constant transition, whether it is arriving in our new country of service, or returning home for itineration, family matter, or consultations. We are constantly on the move. Then we have the transitions of hosting visiting teams, interns and the nationals we serve. All of these transitions are on top of the normal transitions many face: empty nest, new opportunities, new coordinators, our team members transitioning with older members leaving (we are happy when this happens) at the same time younger team members joining in and all of a sudden the wheel begins to spin all over again fresh and new.
Now I'm facing a new transition that I have never faced before. It's been ongoing now for several years and that is the transition of aging parents when they cannot care for themselves. My mom for several years has struggled with congestive heart failure and these past few years we faced life with quite a bit uncertainty. Not knowing all the details and trying to make sure she is taken care of along with her husband.
About four weeks ago she feel back to back in a period of twenty four hours which landed her in the hospital and long story short there are factors involved beyond balance. The Dr's and team feel it is for her best interest and safety to transition permanently into a care facility. This is a very difficult transition, I was able to be in the states for a meeting and check up on her personally for 48hours. AGWM, has always been gracious during these times of our lives. At the same time ministry has a demand that does not allow us the time we desire--this is a transition that brings the reality of all that I do.
I honestly believe God is in control, he gives wisdom, understanding, and grace. He also provides proper care. Please know these next few weeks are filled with amazing dynamics, with 6 weeks of ministry back to back, visiting teams, new team members, and an international student from Latvia joining to serve for one year of personal discipleship.
I'm looking forward to keeping you up to date with what is going on the field. At the same time I ask that you would all keep my mom & her husband in your prayers as they face this heartbreaking transition. It is a difficult one for them; I'm so grateful for an amazing pastoral staff at Warren First, Pastor Derek Boivin & His team; along with other Christian leaders in my area that are reaching out to Carl while he makes adjustments of living on his own. Pastor Jeffery & Heather Streets, and my dear friend Amy. Thank you for lifting my spirits up during these challenges.
Now I'm facing a new transition that I have never faced before. It's been ongoing now for several years and that is the transition of aging parents when they cannot care for themselves. My mom for several years has struggled with congestive heart failure and these past few years we faced life with quite a bit uncertainty. Not knowing all the details and trying to make sure she is taken care of along with her husband.
About four weeks ago she feel back to back in a period of twenty four hours which landed her in the hospital and long story short there are factors involved beyond balance. The Dr's and team feel it is for her best interest and safety to transition permanently into a care facility. This is a very difficult transition, I was able to be in the states for a meeting and check up on her personally for 48hours. AGWM, has always been gracious during these times of our lives. At the same time ministry has a demand that does not allow us the time we desire--this is a transition that brings the reality of all that I do.
I honestly believe God is in control, he gives wisdom, understanding, and grace. He also provides proper care. Please know these next few weeks are filled with amazing dynamics, with 6 weeks of ministry back to back, visiting teams, new team members, and an international student from Latvia joining to serve for one year of personal discipleship.
I'm looking forward to keeping you up to date with what is going on the field. At the same time I ask that you would all keep my mom & her husband in your prayers as they face this heartbreaking transition. It is a difficult one for them; I'm so grateful for an amazing pastoral staff at Warren First, Pastor Derek Boivin & His team; along with other Christian leaders in my area that are reaching out to Carl while he makes adjustments of living on his own. Pastor Jeffery & Heather Streets, and my dear friend Amy. Thank you for lifting my spirits up during these challenges.
Thursday, June 15, 2017
Missionary To Lithuania: Sitting Under the Shade of an Amazing Oak!
Missionary To Lithuania: Sitting Under the Shade of an Amazing Oak!: The Blessings of sitting under the shade of an amazing OAK. We have been so blessed these last two weeks being able to learn from the wis...
Sitting Under the Shade of an Amazing Oak!
The Blessings of sitting under the shade of an amazing OAK. We have been so blessed these last two weeks being able to learn from the wisdom of Isaac Smythia. Isaac has poured out his heart and life lessons into the lives of many from our Pentecostal Union Leaders & Ministers; Teen Challenge Leaders, Workers & Students; along with his amazing investment into Kidz Lithuania, our discipleship & evangelism team.
Our leaders have been fed spiritually and we are not lacking either physically. Isaac & Terry Smythia supplied a beautiful meal and took us out to eat. WE enjoyed a special Lithuanian restaurant.
Our Oak will be leaving us soon, but as we sit in the shade the seeds have fallen on good hearts. Our hope is that the seeds will be rooted deeply in our lives with hopes that one day the seeds will become Oaks in our nation.
Wednesday, April 26, 2017
Helping Achiever's Soar
What a whirlwind of a month with the emergency trip home to help with my elderly parents in the midst of great seasons we can't plan or measure circumstances that you can't control but you can stick close to the one who made us to make sure we keep focused on our purpose and mission.
It is such a priviledge to be on the field and invest in such an amazing group of youth. It's a priviledge that is provided by not only my calling to serve children/youth and those who work with them; but also it is an amazing opportunity provided by your faithfulness in prayers and financial support.
Just a reminder that we are in partnership with five different missional points throughout the country of Lithuania and several churches from different movements. Our focus is to reach the unchurched child; introduce them to a life with Jesus and disciple them so that they can find an intimate walk with their Lord & Savior.
We are full time evangelists, teachers, promoters of Children's Ministries in the nation of Lithuania with constant requests to expand into the Baltics, and other regions.
We have 8 new young people who are in the process of seeing if Kidz Lithuania is a commitment they are willing to make and equally for us to see if they would be a healthy team member for our team to continue to move in Unity and Power. Our goal is to help Achiever's Soar! We will make our final decisions by mid June 2017 and we need your prayers that we stay in tune with the Holy Spirit.
Thank you Warren First, from Warren, Ohio my home church for the M&M's. Can you believe I have been home for three weeks and we still have some M&M's. I'm amazing that 18 young people know how to make the sweet things in life last long. They are very happy about their stash.
Please be praying for Upcoming Summer:
June 5-19 Isaac Smythia will be joining us in Lithuania, for our summer training camp.
June 19-5 Kidz Lithuania will be preparing for our summer commitments.
July 9-23 Erie Shores, Kidz Outreaches, Church building, and Leadership Training
July 26-28 Leadership Development
July 31-Aug 4 Urban Camp (some of our leaders will be serving in this camp)
Aug 8-12 Compassion Ministry with Elderly in the Village
It is such a priviledge to be on the field and invest in such an amazing group of youth. It's a priviledge that is provided by not only my calling to serve children/youth and those who work with them; but also it is an amazing opportunity provided by your faithfulness in prayers and financial support.
Just a reminder that we are in partnership with five different missional points throughout the country of Lithuania and several churches from different movements. Our focus is to reach the unchurched child; introduce them to a life with Jesus and disciple them so that they can find an intimate walk with their Lord & Savior.
We are full time evangelists, teachers, promoters of Children's Ministries in the nation of Lithuania with constant requests to expand into the Baltics, and other regions.
We have 8 new young people who are in the process of seeing if Kidz Lithuania is a commitment they are willing to make and equally for us to see if they would be a healthy team member for our team to continue to move in Unity and Power. Our goal is to help Achiever's Soar! We will make our final decisions by mid June 2017 and we need your prayers that we stay in tune with the Holy Spirit.
Karen, Dovydas, Augi, Paulius, Kristionas, Tygran
I will say I feel like our team is being invaded by young men. I remember our beginning years one boy and six girls. Now we have the opposite....Ten boys and Three Girls with more boys during recruitment days.
Helping Achiever's Soar--Meet our Newest Leader in Training
Kids Lithuania added one more Leader in training this month and she is our youngest ever leader in training. However, she has put her time in since she was almost 10yrs old. Gabriele Volskaite, is 13yrs old this year but she is an amazing young lady. She has a heart of gold, willing to serve and work hard. She also has a hunger to understand her personal relationship with the Lord. It is a added plus that she is Frenchie's "danny" (Dog Nanny), when I"m traveling.
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| Frenchie sharing secrets with Gabriele! |
Thank you's
Please be praying for Upcoming Summer:
June 5-19 Isaac Smythia will be joining us in Lithuania, for our summer training camp.
June 19-5 Kidz Lithuania will be preparing for our summer commitments.
July 9-23 Erie Shores, Kidz Outreaches, Church building, and Leadership Training
July 26-28 Leadership Development
July 31-Aug 4 Urban Camp (some of our leaders will be serving in this camp)
Aug 8-12 Compassion Ministry with Elderly in the Village
- Pray for Kreta, she is one of our leaders and she has been experiencing high amounts of stress between ministry, school and music school. Pray that she gets rest and learns to rest in Lord.
- Pray for Kidz Lithuania First Missions Trip, how can we train leaders to be visional if we don't expand their experiences.
- Pray for Milda & Sima, as they have completed their one year of coaching and will be moving on with occassional visits. We will miss them both.
- Pray for Erika, she is an amazing 16yr on our team who is the only Christian in her home. This nation is so dark and we pray that the Lord would keep her close as she lives in a dark world.
Most of all I want to express to you all how grateful we all are for your investment in this nation. Lithuania still needs to be set free and consistently hear the good news. While we are in the process of sharing the Good News it is so important to leave behind a team of young adults who can lead for many years if the Lord Tarries.
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| Kidz Lithuania 2016/2017 |
Tuesday, February 14, 2017
Round Pegs & Square Holes
Round Pegs & Square Holes only happen when you own a good drill. This week I was able to go back over our year and evaluate how we used our time, energy and resources and it gave me great cheer that we were able to cram about 88 weeks into 52 weeks. How could I say this? Well due to the fact that our team was able to conquer and divide at times. Having some kids in one camp while others were serving in another event. The old divide and conquer you might say that sounds like the work of a saw--but I would argue that point; simply because we represent one God, one team. We sent our young people where the laborers were needed; and most times where their passions were calling.
This year we had new young people join our team, some whom never have been churched before without solid christian backgrounds and yet most were able to make it through and continue to grow others we have to be good drillers to find the perfect place for them. You see our team is comprised of young people ages 10-20years. They are all full time students, and might I add that I expect that they do well in school--they don't have to be the top or the best--I simply require that they do their best, read their Bible daily and journal. If you were to ask them how does it feel to be on the ministry team Kidz Lithuania they could share easily about the fun, laughter and friendship aspect; even their quirky relationship with my dog Frenchie that each of them have inidividually. When they would express about their spiritual growth, learning, teaching and sharing aspect of who we are many would say, "I feel like a round peg in a square hole" sometimes. You see they have learned that God is a constant gardener pruning them all the time--and Sharon is only here to witness and guide his plans and purposes for their lives so that they can fulfill the very reason why He gave them life!!!! Life to evangelize Lithuania, to have greater faith, to expect more and Life to Serve even when you don't feel like you fit in with God you can always be a leader.
I pray that if they are not leading a parade of young people to Jesus, that they are leading by example of choices leaving Gods' fingerprints all over so that those who lost, have someone to go to and question their personal walk with Jesus.
This year we had new young people join our team, some whom never have been churched before without solid christian backgrounds and yet most were able to make it through and continue to grow others we have to be good drillers to find the perfect place for them. You see our team is comprised of young people ages 10-20years. They are all full time students, and might I add that I expect that they do well in school--they don't have to be the top or the best--I simply require that they do their best, read their Bible daily and journal. If you were to ask them how does it feel to be on the ministry team Kidz Lithuania they could share easily about the fun, laughter and friendship aspect; even their quirky relationship with my dog Frenchie that each of them have inidividually. When they would express about their spiritual growth, learning, teaching and sharing aspect of who we are many would say, "I feel like a round peg in a square hole" sometimes. You see they have learned that God is a constant gardener pruning them all the time--and Sharon is only here to witness and guide his plans and purposes for their lives so that they can fulfill the very reason why He gave them life!!!! Life to evangelize Lithuania, to have greater faith, to expect more and Life to Serve even when you don't feel like you fit in with God you can always be a leader.
I pray that if they are not leading a parade of young people to Jesus, that they are leading by example of choices leaving Gods' fingerprints all over so that those who lost, have someone to go to and question their personal walk with Jesus.
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