It's crunch time! We have 3 weeks left and a lot to prepare for still! Each member of the Team has been assigned certain roles while in Hungary, and we've seen more of an outline of what we'll be doing. At night we'll hear a message (God and Creation / Adam and Sin / Abraham, Moses and the law / Jesus and the Cross / Paul and the Bible). The morning after we'll break out in to small group sessions to talk about what we heard the night before. Matt and I will help the younger kids during that time. Between lunch and dinner, we'll have crafts (which I'm in charge of), activities (which Matt is in charge of), and games. We have thought of some crafts and activities, but we need to firm those up asap so we can ask for supplies or buy them. I just got done directing Vacation Bible School at our church, so that's my excuse for running behind. : ) No, I really don't allow myself excuses actually. The rest of the craft team and I really need to firm up our choices by tomorrow...I run a tight shift around here! ha! Tomorrow our Team is meeting again to learn more about Evangelism from our Pastor and a Hungarian family who lives nearby is going to come talk to us about their culture and things. We're all excited! I'm sure I'll be back soon with another update...stay tuned!
Fun finds online...
Hungarian Bible - http://bibledbdata.org/onlinebibles/hungarian/01_001.htm
On Facebook - Magyar Marketing
“How will they know if they aren’t shown?” – Romans 10:14
Friday, June 8, 2012
Wednesday, May 16, 2012
Our Concert and more updates!
I'm a stay at home mom, but I'm pretty sure I work 4 or 5 full time jobs. Please forgive me, I'm playing catch up again...
We had a concert at church a few weeks ago, and we raised about $1,000 dollars! Woo hoo! It was great to see so many new faces too - in the crowd, even in those who came to perform! Love live music!
The Team met again at our house last week for some dinner, relaxation, and another quick meeting. This time everyone was giving specific roles to focus on while at camp. At camp, we will break up in to "Breakout Sessions." Matt and I will work with the younger kids. Other team members will have the older girls and boys. Matt is also in charge of the games, and I'm in charge of the crafts. We are to come up with a game plan by our next meeting on the 25th. This is good, though. Now, everyone can focus on a specific area and we'll grow from there.
Matt and I have just recently been given copies of the checks people have sent in and designated for us. We are sending out Thank You cards, but still wanted to say how appreciative we are of those who have supported us and our team and the kids who are coming to camp! It still amazes us how God uses others to continually give and bless this mission. Thank you!
We had a concert at church a few weeks ago, and we raised about $1,000 dollars! Woo hoo! It was great to see so many new faces too - in the crowd, even in those who came to perform! Love live music!
The Team met again at our house last week for some dinner, relaxation, and another quick meeting. This time everyone was giving specific roles to focus on while at camp. At camp, we will break up in to "Breakout Sessions." Matt and I will work with the younger kids. Other team members will have the older girls and boys. Matt is also in charge of the games, and I'm in charge of the crafts. We are to come up with a game plan by our next meeting on the 25th. This is good, though. Now, everyone can focus on a specific area and we'll grow from there.
Matt and I have just recently been given copies of the checks people have sent in and designated for us. We are sending out Thank You cards, but still wanted to say how appreciative we are of those who have supported us and our team and the kids who are coming to camp! It still amazes us how God uses others to continually give and bless this mission. Thank you!
Tuesday, April 17, 2012
Hungarian Tracts
I was wondering if there are Hungarian tracts. So, I did a search online and found some resources. If most of the kids are hearing about God and a relationship with Him for the first time, these tracts may be more appropriate for after camp or whenever they are ready.
One site I found is the Fellowship Tract League. They have 2 Hungarian tracts. One looks ok for kids.
This is a neat tract for kids... 5 Things Every Kid Should Know. We just need it in the Hungarian language.
This is a neat one too! Cross Talk The kid-friendly tract opens up in the shape of a cross!
I'll keep digging!
Wednesday, April 4, 2012
New Happenings
There have been a few new "happenings" with our team in the last week or so. We have a table at church where we display yummy treats, quilts, and other crafts for people to buy to help raise funds for the kids who are coming to summer camp. Each week at least two people from our team will be at the table to answer questions or share more about our trip. The team also just had a t-shirt design-off. Several people from our group designed t-shirts that we can wear to and from Hungary. Two of the designs that were chosen will also be available to the general public (I believe).
Changing gears here... You know, when you go on a mission trip, you initially expect to change or help another in some great way. But if you've been on a mission trip before, (and this is not being prideful, this is realistic) you are the one who is often moved in some great way. Our team is going on this trip to help lead a summer camp and to ultimately let God's light shine amongst kids who may have never heard about Him before. I can't speak for others, but I feel like it's already begun! At the end of our last meeting, we shared personal prayer requests. And they were deep...they were honest...and they were so greatly needed. I think every single one of us yearns for a deeper relationship with Christ. In turn, that will create a more effective team and ministry, not only in Hungary, but at our home churches, in our families, in our every day lives! When I let go, and begin to let God I begin to heal and grow. I hope that is what the members of our team are feeling too. 1 Peter 5:8 tells us that "our enemy the devil prowls around like a roaring lion waiting for someone to devour" and while he's doing that "he masquerades himself as an angel of light" (2 Cor. 11:14) so no one will recognize him. He's actively looking to destroy us...and we let him sometimes. It's time to stop! As children of God, ours is the only light of truth that will ever shine.
Tuesday, March 27, 2012
Tuesday, March 20, 2012
Wyldewood Ministries
While on our trip to and from Florida Matt and I listened to an interview by Brett Bartlet of Wyldewood Baptist Church. He gave a great introductory summary of HAF's mission and camps. We thought it would be beneficial to everyone on our team and anyone else who wants a greater understanding of what's going on in Hungary! The Podcast is named - Show 2 : The Hungarian American Fellowship. (For some reason we could play it on Matt's fancy phone but my computer is having trouble playing it right now. Hopefully it works for you guys! It's really good, I promise!)
Wednesday, March 7, 2012
More helpful links...
There are a few more sites I want to remember, and some other team members might find them helpful too...
Sometimes I find it hard to find time to read, but I can listen to the Bible in audio while I'm doing something else. I'm a multi-tasker, so it works. :)
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