tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-92161516929786300052024-03-12T18:35:08.445-07:00Southend Mission 2016"I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength." -Phillipians 4:13Southendhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07408549209858282501noreply@blogger.comBlogger11125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9216151692978630005.post-31791138523320688022016-07-10T14:21:00.000-07:002016-07-10T14:21:23.765-07:00Last Day – Community Picnic and Long Goodbyes<br />
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<span style="font-family: "calibri";"><span style="font-size: large;">We woke early to pack and clean the school as well as get
ready for the community picnic starting at 11:00 am.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Several Southend kids set their alarms and came
early at 8:30 to help us.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Before we put
them to work, they enjoyed sitting down with the team and eating
breakfast.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Members of our team also went to the grave of Brandi, a girl the team met the first year going to Southend. Brandi took her life about 1 and 1/2 years ago. This was the first time we were able to visit her grave site. Our team made a rock for her and placed it on the grave with Brandi's sister, Serena. Serena has had a tough time since Brandi died and our team has been providing her with support and encouragement.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri";"><span style="font-size: large;">The Southend Health Services contributed hotdogs, fruit, drinks and freezie pops and we enjoyed working
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was much hugging and tears….so many tears.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
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<span style="font-family: "calibri";"><span style="font-size: large;">Mary Thomas, a member of the community (and now a dear friend),
presented the team with a beautiful box filled with personal letters and
pictures from several kids, teens and adults thanking our team for coming and
teaching about Jesus.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>One boy said he
wanted to pray that there wouldn’t be a fire next year so we’ll be able to come
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<span style="font-family: "calibri";"><span style="font-size: large;">We’re so thankful for the opportunity to share God’s promise of
salvation through Jesus with the wonderful people in Southend and we can’t wait
to be with them again next year.</span></span><br />
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Southendhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07408549209858282501noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9216151692978630005.post-82053080635918518072016-07-08T05:16:00.001-07:002016-07-08T05:16:04.689-07:00VBS Day 3 and Teen Night<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "calibri";">We woke up to rain this morning and needed to alter our
plans for VBS again. </span><span style="font-family: "wingdings"; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-char-type: symbol; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-symbol-font-family: Wingdings;"><span style="mso-char-type: symbol; mso-symbol-font-family: Wingdings;">J</span></span><span style="font-family: "calibri";"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>We were able to use two of the school rooms for
songs, skits & games.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Despite the wet
weather, about 108 kids came and it again went better than expected.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>We handed out the annual t-shirt to each of
the kids.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>This year’s t-shirt had the
week’s theme of “Jesus – He’s Got the Power!”<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>on it.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The kids loved singing all
the songs and they listened to the story of “David and Goliath”.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>For games, we needed to be more creative than
usual as there wasn’t much space to move around.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The craft consisted of going outside under
the school’s entry (out of the rain) and everyone signed each other’s
shirt.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>This is always a highlight of the
week!</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri";"><span style="font-size: large;">We were glad that we could have the 2<sup><span style="font-size: xx-small;">nd</span></sup> teen
night outside!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Each of the 50 teens
received a red t-shirt.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>We prepared 20
pizzas while the teens played volleyball and again made bracelets by the fire.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Christopher McLean led a devotion about God’s
power and protection and Kate shared a personal testimony.</span> </span><br />
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Southendhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07408549209858282501noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9216151692978630005.post-67035982928365372342016-07-07T10:49:00.000-07:002016-07-07T15:42:22.010-07:00VBS Day 2 and Women's Tea<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "calibri";">We had around 110 kids (and the same dog) join us again for
our second day of VBS.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>They enjoyed praising
God as they requested "just one more song" many times over.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The bible story today was Shadrach, Meshach
and Abednego.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>We shared with the kids
that God has the power to protect and that he will always be with us.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>God is our Super HERO!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>We had a super fun day of games and everyone
was tired by the end of game time. </span><span style="font-family: "wingdings"; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-char-type: symbol; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-symbol-font-family: Wingdings;"><span style="mso-char-type: symbol; mso-symbol-font-family: Wingdings;">J</span></span><span style="font-family: "calibri";"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>We received thank you cards and a few
cupcakes from some kids.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> We've found that although we </span>come to Southend to love
these kids, they make US feel so special.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The women prepared salad and cookies early in the day to get ready for the Women's Tea. The Southend ladies arrived at 6:30 and we were able to greet them and hand out T-shirts to each one. While drinking tea and eating together, we enjoyed seeing friends we had met in prior years and also were excited to meet new friends. We shared favorite Bible verses and how God has worked in our lives. There were moments of tears but also much laughter. We are so thankful to God as He blessed each one of us with this time of faith & fellowship.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">During the Women's Tea, the VBS men and kids ventured to the Southend rocks to hang out with the kids. The rocks are always great way to connect with the Southend kids. On Tuesday, everyone swam there. The water was even colder than we have experienced in the past and it took the kids' breath away. Despite the cold, the kids had a great time laughing and playing together.</span><br />
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Southendhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07408549209858282501noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9216151692978630005.post-79219788968948400172016-07-06T07:28:00.000-07:002016-07-07T07:28:16.741-07:00VBS Day 1 and Teen Night<br />
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<span style="font-family: "calibri";"><span style="font-size: large;">We started the day with breakfast and team devotions.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Then the team prepared for VBS by practicing
songs and the Bible skit.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Brian, Sandy,
Angela, Kate & Celia went to the local radio station to promote all our
activities.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Kids arrived early as
expected and the first day of VBS began.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Over 110 kids ages 3 to 12 were officially registered.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>In addition, several teenagers that had
participated in past years came as well.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>The day was a big success!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>God
provided good weather so we could have VBS outside in the playground.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>We were concerned how it work to have
everything outside because we typically have used the gym for most of the
activities.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>But, we all agreed that it
worked better than we imagined proving that God is in control.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Just like the VBS theme for the week:<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Jesus - He’s got the power!!</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri"; font-size: large;">The teen night was also a success with many arriving early
willing to help set up tables, chairs and the firepit.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>There were over 50 in attendance which is the
largest group of teens we’ve ever hosted.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>The night consisted of a World Cup Soccer match, sloppy joes and a
devotion presented by Christopher McLean.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>We also offered crafts by the fire, conversation and s’mores.</span><br />
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Southendhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07408549209858282501noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9216151692978630005.post-79751563687017785422016-07-04T22:42:00.001-07:002016-07-06T07:55:04.836-07:00Yay! We're Here!!<br />
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<span style="font-family: "calibri"; font-size: large;">We arrived in Southend safely at 3pm. The excitement was in the air as we drove
through town and the local kids ran along side the cars as we drove to the
school. There were also about 20 kids
waiting at the school to greet us and help unload the trailer. Some of them had been waiting since noon. It was a joy filled reunion as we exchanged
greetings and hugs. It’s amazing to see
how the kids have grown and changed over the two years since we last saw them.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri"; font-size: large;">We learned after we arrived that the gym is no longer
available to use for VBS. We were
reminded that we need to be flexible and trust that God will help us adjust our
plans. We’re praying for good weather and
ask that you would also pray with us as we plan to hold VBS outside.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri"; font-size: large;">The rest of the day went quickly as we did crafts with the
kids in the school yard, organized our supplies, ate dinner as a team and
handed out fliers advertising VBS and Soccer Teen Nights. The Southend children were very helpful
handing out fliers. We started with a
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<b></b><i></i><u></u><sub></sub><sup></sup><strike></strike><br />Southendhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07408549209858282501noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9216151692978630005.post-27291099206222108042016-07-03T21:56:00.001-07:002016-07-03T21:56:05.121-07:00Destination: Prince Albert<span style="font-size: large;">We drove straight through to Prince Albert (not counting the several "tourist stops" at local convenience stores along the way). We arrived and enjoyed a delicious dinner served by our dear friends at Redeemer Lutheran Church. Ron Luedtke, director of LAMP, joined us for dinner and shared a devotion and discussion. We met the McLeans from Edmonton who are joining our team in Southend this year.</span> <br />
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hours; we arrived at 7:30 pm. This is
the sixth year that the Piper family hosted our team. We had “Tacos in a Bag” and freshly picked
Saskatoon berries from their trees (a.k.a. June berries) . We appreciate them hosting our team of 14
people. They provided an entertaining
evening of playing “Bean Boozled”. You
have to choose a colored jelly bean and it could be a good flavor or a bad
flavor (tutti fruitie vs stinky socks or chocolate pudding vs canned dog
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(Back Row) Dave Scott, Brian Doyle, Kate Doyle, Sandy Doyle, Vernice Dabu, Janel Madden, Celia Veldhuis-Kroeze, Kristin Scott (Front Row) Amanda Scott, Caleb Scott, Angela Dabu, Claire Madden, Rachel Scott, Dominique Dabu</div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri";"><span style="font-size: large;">We met at the church tonight to pack the trailer, eat some
pizza, share a few Bible verses and pray.</span><span style="font-size: large; mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span><span style="font-size: large;">Jeff baked some bannock for the way and Pastor Bob prayed for everyone
by the trailer!</span><span style="font-size: large; mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><span style="font-size: large;">Thank you, Messiah
Lutheran Church, for your love of Jesus and for your love for the people of
Southend.</span><span style="font-size: large; mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><span style="font-size: large;">Our team understands that you
are going with us because this is your mission, too, and we are grateful! </span><span style="font-size: large; mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><span style="font-size: large;">We are looking forward to seeing old friends
again and meeting new ones and for every opportunity to share our Jesus and the
hope we all have because of Him!</span><span style="font-size: large; mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><span style="font-size: large;">Thank
you for your love, support and prayers!</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri";">We leave at 6:00 a.m. tomorrow and will spend the night in
Estevan with the Piper Family!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>They have
taken care of our team for seven years now and we’ve experienced the blessing
of seeing their children grow!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>We’ll
arrive in Prince Albert on Sunday to have dinner with friends at Redeemer
Lutheran Church.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>They, also, have taken
care of our team for seven years!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>We
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name; make known His deeds among the peoples.”</em><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
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Southendhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07408549209858282501noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9216151692978630005.post-17164790569831767912016-06-30T13:29:00.001-07:002016-07-05T06:09:34.423-07:00T-Shirts and Rocks<span style="font-family: "calibri"; font-size: large;">T-shirts have become an annual tradition for our trip to
Southend. We bring shirts for them that are unique to the year and
the message. The Bible camp theme this year is about the Power of
Jesus. It’s the only super power that we need. The shirts
always have a cross for the “t” in Southend to show that Jesus is there and
with them always. For 2016 the message is JESUS – HE’S GOT THE
POWER! The colors change each year and this summer the younger/VBS
kids will receive the green shirts which we will give away on Thursday.
We will spend time that day “signing shirts” as that is something they seem to
think is really special. The teens will receive the raspberry
colored shirts and any extra shirts are given to the adults in the
community. They look forward to the shirts and appreciate the gift
and reminder of Jesus being with them. It’s always fun to see
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Southendhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07408549209858282501noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9216151692978630005.post-73945126231615547722016-06-24T11:09:00.001-07:002016-07-05T06:08:43.373-07:00Getting Ready!<span style="font-size: large;">Our Southend Team this year includes five families from Messiah and one family from Edmonton, Canada! Messiah Team Members include: Dave, Kristin, Vernice, Janel, Brian, Sandy, Dominique, Angela, Claire, Celia, Amanda, Rachel, Caleb and Kate. The McLean's from Edmonton include Christopher, Vawn, Caslyn, Elissa and Evangeline. We're excited to be partnering in this mission with some actual Canadians!</span><br />
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Southendhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07408549209858282501noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9216151692978630005.post-23353052085287616602016-06-22T13:51:00.001-07:002016-07-05T06:11:13.426-07:00Back to Canada eh'<span style="font-size: large;">Father Mark Blom from Southend says, "When the LAMP team comes, they create instant community. Children and adults alike are eager to hear the gospel message shared by the people they know love them." How could you not go back to that community and spread God's love more and more?</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Our team has been preparing and we are very excited to get back into the community on July 4th. While we're there we will have Vacation Bible School which includes music, games, snacks, and stories. We'll also have two teen nights that include a bonfire, soccer, food, and a devotion. The women on the team will host an evening with the women of Southend as well. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">We depart on July 2nd and will be returning on the 9th. We will be updating the blog very often on our trip.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Please pray for wisdom in final preparations for the team, joy and safety in the journey there and back and that God's love would be full to overflowing in the hearts of all the children and adults in Southend and that our team would be filled with the Holy Spirit so that Jesus is lifted high! Please pray that the people of Southend will understand more and more how much the LORD loves them, that they would be filled with hope and that all would come to know Jesus as their Savior!</span><br />
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<i><span style="font-size: large;">"Oh sing to the LORD a new song; sing to the LORD, all the earth! Sing to the LORD, bless His Name; tell of His salvation from day to day. Declare His glory among the nations, His marvelous works among all the peoples! For great is the LORD, and greatly to be praised!" ~ Psalm 96</span></i><br />
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