It has been an incredible week, we saw a lot, we laughed more than ever, we learned to appreciate each other, and we were able to do God’s Work. Which is always a privilege, and we get more out of it than we could possibly give. Some people say that there are things to do at home. Yes this is very true, and this kind of trip is not done to replace that or to send a message that people in Baltimore are more important than our neighbors. However, what this trip is able to do, is:
1. Give the group an opportunity to get to know each other in an environment that is different. They live in community and learn to accept each other for who they are
2. They are able to experience a culture that is different than their own to learn that there are many ways to be engaged in ministry.
3. Participate in service projects that offer a variety of ways to serve God and each other.
I will miss seeing each and every one of the people that went on the trip. They are all awesome and have so many gifts to share.
Let me introduce them to you….
Alec-is from Charles City and is an emerging leader. He is kind and helpful and looks out for everyone. He made everyone feel welcome and a part of the group. Alec loves to learn about history and wanted to see everything and do as much as he could. His favorite thing about the mission trip is learning about our country’s history and getting to know the people in our group, and getting to talk to the people at the Helping Hand’s project.
Dayna-is from Nashua and has a unique way of looking at the world. She kept us entertained and moving. She told us she was doing many of the things that we did for the first time. Her gifts are humor and curiosity. Her favorite thing about the mission trip is helping people and going out to spread God’s Word.
Kayla- is a treasure. She added a dimension to the group with her wisdom and experience. Her gift truly is healing and compassion Her favorite thing about the mission trip is the nursing home service project and the Orioles game.
Alisha-used many of the Gifts that God has given her, she led music for our devo time and for our time at Carroll Village. This is Alisha’s third trip, soon she will be leading her own mission trip. Her favorite thing about the mission trip is the fellowship that they experienced while doing service projects and playing sardines.
Kyle-displayed many leadership skills on the trip. He was always willing to take the lead during devos and loved leading prayers. His favorite thing about the mission trip going to the seafood restaurant, the air and space museum, and almost getting married!
Tyler-is always available to lend a helping hand. He has a quiet peaceful presence that is respected and appreciated by the others on the trip. His favorite thing about the mission trip is
Pastor Dave-loves to go on mission trips! He has lost track of how many he has been on. He was in charge of finance and logistics….we call him the legislative branch of the administration. He uses his many gifts to encourage people to live out their faith and baptismal promises. His passion for the Gospel is infectious. His favorite thing about the mission trip is having the bus to use for the mission trip. He loves the way that relationships that have been forged while riding the bus. ….., He also loves to see the growth and since of awe that the youth and adults have while on the trip as they see parts of the country that they have never seen before and have experiences of serving God for some, in a new way.
Brad-is a true partner in leadership for mission trips. He adds technical support by looking up information on his phone and he is the group’s resident historian. He delights in finding Battlefields and will find any excuse to visit one. He manages to get everyone excited about visiting the various places. He adds balance and stability to the group and is always ready to take on whatever role he is given. This is Brad’s fifth Mission Trip. His favorite thing about the mission trip is the mix of serving and having fun.
Anika-is a mission trip veteran. She brings humor to the group. Over the years her faith has grown and is showing more leadership skills. Her favorite thing about the mission trip is playing sardines.
Maggie-has the most amazing smile, she added so much to the group through the way she helped others to feel good about themselves and what they were doing. She is quick to laugh and loves life. Her favorite thing about the mission trip is the Holocaust Museum.
Rachel-is new to the St. John Nashua group, she attended some of the meetings last year, but this is the first opportunity we have had to get to know her better. She is a joy to be around and added a sens0e of wonder to all that we did. Rachel and her family are planning on joining St. John later this year. Her favorite thing about the mission trip is basically everything, but she liked helping people, seeing the monuments, and going to the Orioles game.
Jeanne-is learning strong leadership skills. She was willing to help out where ever she is needed. She is sensitive to the needs of others, working with people is where she shined. Her favorite thing about the mission trip is getting to wear Kyle’s hat that he would not let anyone else wear, the Orioles game, and playing sardines. Her least favorite thing was seeing her Dad dance at the Orioles Game
Charlie-this was Charlie’s first mission trip. He was quick to offer suggestions and give his opinion. He was always willing to help out with the chores around the church and bus. His favorite thing about the mission trip is youth were involved with helping the under privileged, view history, and see a nice cross section of the Midwest and Eastern seaboard.
Kyle wants everyone to know he had a great time and wants to go on another Mission Trip and hopes to have a real wedding someday.
1. Give the group an opportunity to get to know each other in an environment that is different. They live in community and learn to accept each other for who they are
2. They are able to experience a culture that is different than their own to learn that there are many ways to be engaged in ministry.
3. Participate in service projects that offer a variety of ways to serve God and each other.
I will miss seeing each and every one of the people that went on the trip. They are all awesome and have so many gifts to share.
Let me introduce them to you….
Alec-is from Charles City and is an emerging leader. He is kind and helpful and looks out for everyone. He made everyone feel welcome and a part of the group. Alec loves to learn about history and wanted to see everything and do as much as he could. His favorite thing about the mission trip is learning about our country’s history and getting to know the people in our group, and getting to talk to the people at the Helping Hand’s project.
Dayna-is from Nashua and has a unique way of looking at the world. She kept us entertained and moving. She told us she was doing many of the things that we did for the first time. Her gifts are humor and curiosity. Her favorite thing about the mission trip is helping people and going out to spread God’s Word.
Kayla- is a treasure. She added a dimension to the group with her wisdom and experience. Her gift truly is healing and compassion Her favorite thing about the mission trip is the nursing home service project and the Orioles game.
Alisha-used many of the Gifts that God has given her, she led music for our devo time and for our time at Carroll Village. This is Alisha’s third trip, soon she will be leading her own mission trip. Her favorite thing about the mission trip is the fellowship that they experienced while doing service projects and playing sardines.
Kyle-displayed many leadership skills on the trip. He was always willing to take the lead during devos and loved leading prayers. His favorite thing about the mission trip going to the seafood restaurant, the air and space museum, and almost getting married!
Tyler-is always available to lend a helping hand. He has a quiet peaceful presence that is respected and appreciated by the others on the trip. His favorite thing about the mission trip is
Pastor Dave-loves to go on mission trips! He has lost track of how many he has been on. He was in charge of finance and logistics….we call him the legislative branch of the administration. He uses his many gifts to encourage people to live out their faith and baptismal promises. His passion for the Gospel is infectious. His favorite thing about the mission trip is having the bus to use for the mission trip. He loves the way that relationships that have been forged while riding the bus. ….., He also loves to see the growth and since of awe that the youth and adults have while on the trip as they see parts of the country that they have never seen before and have experiences of serving God for some, in a new way.
Brad-is a true partner in leadership for mission trips. He adds technical support by looking up information on his phone and he is the group’s resident historian. He delights in finding Battlefields and will find any excuse to visit one. He manages to get everyone excited about visiting the various places. He adds balance and stability to the group and is always ready to take on whatever role he is given. This is Brad’s fifth Mission Trip. His favorite thing about the mission trip is the mix of serving and having fun.
Anika-is a mission trip veteran. She brings humor to the group. Over the years her faith has grown and is showing more leadership skills. Her favorite thing about the mission trip is playing sardines.
Maggie-has the most amazing smile, she added so much to the group through the way she helped others to feel good about themselves and what they were doing. She is quick to laugh and loves life. Her favorite thing about the mission trip is the Holocaust Museum.
Rachel-is new to the St. John Nashua group, she attended some of the meetings last year, but this is the first opportunity we have had to get to know her better. She is a joy to be around and added a sens0e of wonder to all that we did. Rachel and her family are planning on joining St. John later this year. Her favorite thing about the mission trip is basically everything, but she liked helping people, seeing the monuments, and going to the Orioles game.
Jeanne-is learning strong leadership skills. She was willing to help out where ever she is needed. She is sensitive to the needs of others, working with people is where she shined. Her favorite thing about the mission trip is getting to wear Kyle’s hat that he would not let anyone else wear, the Orioles game, and playing sardines. Her least favorite thing was seeing her Dad dance at the Orioles Game
Charlie-this was Charlie’s first mission trip. He was quick to offer suggestions and give his opinion. He was always willing to help out with the chores around the church and bus. His favorite thing about the mission trip is youth were involved with helping the under privileged, view history, and see a nice cross section of the Midwest and Eastern seaboard.
Kyle wants everyone to know he had a great time and wants to go on another Mission Trip and hopes to have a real wedding someday.
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