In June of 2013 four different churches across the United States served with Adventures in Missions in New York City. Bethany Congregational Church served in the home of Jerri Lavari in Staten … Read more about Jerri’s Home (VIDEO)
Trip Leading in NYC in Five Words (BLOG)
Standing in the basement of the church, electric blades twirl and de humidifiers hum throughout the space. Occasionally you hear the thick plastic tarp flailing around as the fans oscillate near them. … Read more about Trip Leading in NYC in Five Words (BLOG)
A Homeowners Story
June 16-21 2013 The mission trip that I went on was at Staten Island New York. The group I was with worked on a homeowners deck and her name was Frances. She has a nephew that is currently 2 years … Read more about A Homeowners Story
Giving the Pants Off Your Waist
My name is Alex, and I have had the most amazing week in Staten Island. The Lord blessed me with the ability to go, and this week I have done everything from handing out flyers to painting a church. I … Read more about Giving the Pants Off Your Waist
Staten Island Personal Experiences
Having the opportunity to share from the Word and to share some of my own story was very rewarding. I was blessed by the teens, their notes, comments and hugs. It is hard to put into words … Read more about Staten Island Personal Experiences
Gardening Tips from Russia
Recently my youth group went on a mission trip to Staten Island in order to help rebuild after Hurricane Sandy. I was surprised at the amount of need one city can hold. My eyes were opened in so many … Read more about Gardening Tips from Russia
God’s work on Staten Island
In New York City for 10 days, serving as Project Leader with Encounter. Our mission this week is to work with Pastor Danny and 3D Missions to help repair homes devastated by Hurricane … Read more about God’s work on Staten Island
Displacement and Hope
What do you see in the picture above? I see displacement. I see things that don't belong. Bricks, part of a road sign, other building materials, human trash...things that do have a right … Read more about Displacement and Hope
