Never the Same!





I'm heading off to Antigua, Guatemala this summer for two weeks with Never the Same Missions! Follow along with me as I strive to be the hands and feet of God and minister to His children in Guatemala! It'll be a life-changing experience!



"I'm not saying that I have this all together, that I have it made. But I am well on my way, reaching out for Christ, who has so wondrously reached out for me. Friends, don't get me wrong: By no means do I count myself an expert in all of this, but I've got my eye on the goal, where God is beckoning us onward - to Jesus. I'm off and running, and I'm not turning back!" ~ Philippians 3:12-14




Sunday, June 13, 2010

Never the Same!!!

Isaiah 6:8 says:

" Then I heard the voice of the Lord saying, "Whom shall I send? And who will go for us?"
And I said, "Here am I. Send me!" "

That was my response when I felt God's calling to go to Guatemala this summer to spread His word and His love.

Never the Same - That's the overriding theme of this trip. It's organized by Susie Shellenberger, editor and founder of Susie Magazine, and a missions organization called Big World Ventures.

I'll be updating this blog during the trip as often as I have the chance so that everyone can see what we're up to and how things are progressing! Since I won't have much of a chance to call people, you guys can follow my adventure here! I also posted the link to the main blog set up by the organization over in the links section which will contain updates too.

First, for those of you who haven't heard, let me tell you a little more about the trip. It lasts from June 28 - July 11, two whole weeks!! There will be about 250 teens and leaders going, all hoping for a time of adventure to spread the word of Christ. We'll be divided up into teams of about 30 students and 10 leaders each. For the first few days of the trip, we meet in Miami, where we will meet our teams while learning the evangelistic drama "Spellbound: Toymaker and Son." (I'm going to post videos of the drama from a previous trip so that you can have an idea of what we'll be performing for the people.) From there we'll head to Guatemala, where we'll be ministering in different villages and towns and performing this drama which is basically an analogy to the gospel. We'll have time to talk to the people there, pray for them to accept Christ, give our own testimonies, do work projects, and play with the little kids. I'm SO excited for all of this! If you want to find out more about the kinds of things we'll be doing, this is the link to the main website for the trip. This is the link to a page that tells about what an average day will contain for us while we're down there.

While I'm down there, (if everything works out) I'll also have the opportunity to meet the little girl that I sponsor! Her name is Nely, and she's 8 years old. She lives just outside of Guatemala City, so if the cost is reasonable she will be brought to the hotel, and I'll get to meet her and spend about 3 hours with her! What an amazing opportunity!

I can't even explain how thrilled I am that God has called me to this amazing opportunity. I am so psyched to spend two whole weeks with fellow believers serving our King with everything we have! I'll get to spread the love of Christ to those who have never heard it.

Right now, there's only 15 DAYS to go until I leave. I've done about half of my supply shopping, but I've still got a long way to go and lots of things to do.
Your prayers for my own trip and preparation and for our entire missions group are greatly appreciated! :)

All Glory to God!
~Meg ♥

Spellbound: Toymaker and Son - The Drama





5 comments:

  1. Great Blog Meg! I am really excited to meet you in 15 days!
    Love and Prayers,
    Aubrey C:

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  2. :) oh meg, that's the most wonderful thing- and what makes me so amazed and happy is that you are so jumpin' up and down excited!

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  3. Ok, Meg, I am signed up to follow and will anxiously await your updates! I am so excited about how your are listening to direction from your heavenly Father! Blessings, djm

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  4. Hey Meg, your mom sent me the link to your blog and I'm excited to see what you will be posting. My family and I have taken several mission trips to Guatemala and it opens your eyes and changes your heart. I'm excited for you and hope that your trip leaves a lasting impression on the people you meet.

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  5. Meg,
    Glad to hear you are doing well !!! I can detect the excitement in your voice even though I can't hear you. I Pray for you often and look forward to hearing from you again.

    Love,
    Dad

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