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Wisconsin District News WDN EDITOR Craig Lundt PO Box 332 Waupaca, WI 54981 editor@wisconsindistrictnews.org WDN SECTIONAL REPS Section 1: Loretta Lundt Section 2: Carole Keller Section 3: Simon Chappell Section 4: Frank Ritchie Section 5: Kathy Fry WDN Proofreader: Dede Sharp DISTRICT OFFICERS Superintendent: Rev. J.E. Putnam Secretary-Treasurer: Rev. E.A. Kaske Honorary Board Member: Rev. J. Grant PRESBYTERS Section 1: Rev. C. Welch Section 2: Rev. A. Tamel Section 3: Rev. E. Herman Section 4: Rev. J. Sindler Section 5: Rev. P. Bennett DEPARTMENTS Foreign Missions: Rev. M.W. Rogers Home Missions: Rev. R. Keilley Media Missions: Rev. S. Jacobs Ladies Ministries: Sis. J. Schumacher Youth Ministries: Rev. Tim Vik Revival Commission: Rev. M. Hook Sunday School: Rev. W. Rehbein Prayer Force: Rev. D. Meyer Men’s Ministry: Rev. S. Rogers Music Ministry: Sis. Darlene Boyte Purpose Institute: Rev. Brian Michael Deaf Ministry: Renee Thomas FUNDAMENTAL DOCTRINE The basic and fundamental doctrine of this organization shall be the Bible standard of full salvation, which is repentance, baptism in water by immersion in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ for the remission of sins, and the baptism of the Holy Ghost with the initial sign of speaking with other tongues as the Spirit gives utterance. We shall endeavor to keep the unity of the Spirit until we all come into the unity of the faith, at the same time admonishing all brethren that they shall not contend for their different views to the disunity of the body.
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“HOW LONG, OH LORD?” By John E. Putnam
TEXT: Psalm 13:1-6 1 How long wilt thou forget me, O Lord? for ever? how long wilt thou hide thy face from me? 2 How long shall I take counsel in my soul, having sorrow in my heart daily? how long shall mine enemy be exalted over me? 3Consider and hear me, O Lord my God: lighten mine eyes, lest I sleep the sleep of death; 4 Lest mine enemy say, I have prevailed against him; and those that trouble me rejoice when I am moved. 5 But I have trusted in thy mercy; my heart shall rejoice in thy salvation. 6 I will sing unto the Lord, because he hath dealt bountifully with me. I believe that all of us have a timing issue with the Lord at least sometime during our life. A trial or test comes our way, and after a few short days we begin to wonder just how long this trial is going to last. How long are we going to have to wait for the answer to our current dilemma, or when will the torrential storm finally pass? It doesn’t matter if it’s physical or spiritual, emotional or financial, it just seems that the time drags on, and certainly God has missed the “timing” on this one. The writer of Psalms was in this same position. “How long wilt thou forget me, O Lord? for ever? how long wilt thou hide thy face from me? How long shall I take counsel in my soul, having sorrow in my heart daily? how long shall mine enemy be exalted over me? Consider and hear me, O Lord my God: lighten mine eyes, lest I sleep the sleep of death; Lest mine enemy say, I have prevailed against him; and those that trouble me rejoice when I am
moved. But I have trusted in thy mercy; my heart shall rejoice in thy salvation. I will sing unto the Lord, because he hath dealt bountifully with me.” It is during these times of seemingly endless trials, that we have to have the tenacity of a “pit bull”. Our faith has to dig in, our soul needs to be rooted and grounded in the fact that Jesus knows best and that His Word is true, whether we understand the situation or not. Have you ever considered the faith that Noah had to have? The instruction to build the Ark was not broadcast to everyone, not even to his wife and family. It was Noah who heard the voice of God, and chose to believe what he heard, and acted upon what he heard. Now, I know and understand that, from our perspective, Noah built an Ark, but if we truly stop and consider that this man did not build the boat in the time it takes us to read the account in Genesis, but it took over 100 years for that project to be finished. I’m sure it was one trial after another as each section and piece of the Ark came together. Noah’s wife and sons believed in him, but I’m sure there were times when they doubted what all of this meant and may have become faint in their pursuit to see it finished. But as the scripture states, Noah found grace (unmerited favor) in the eyes of the Lord. Noah was not only convinced that what he was told was true, but He was eager to get the job finished. I think we would only be fooling ourselves if we didn’t think that at times, Noah had his moments when he probably looked to heaven and said... “How Long, Oh Lord?” Was it worth the wait? Was it worth the trials and tests that he endured? From this side of the flood, it s a NO brainer, but from his side, patience and perseverance had to take place in his day in and day out struggle to keep the faith that was once delivered to
him. Eventually, after ten decades of blood, sweat, and tears, that still voice came to him once again and instructed him and his family to get on board the Ark. What a faith builder Noah must have beheld when he witnessed the miracle of every species of God’s creation come to and get on board the vessel, as if drawn to it like a magnet. That’s it folks! We, like all that have found their name written in the “hall of faith” found in Hebrews, chapter 11, have to turn our questions of “how long?” to a decision within that says, whatever the situation, whatever the trial, by God’s grace, I’m not quitting! I’m not throwing in the towel, I’m not going to get bitter, but better, as each and every day goes by during the trial at hand. Like the writer of the Psalm in chapter 13, verse 5 & 6, “But I have trusted in thy mercy; my heart shall rejoice in thy salvation. I will sing unto the Lord, because he hath dealt bountifully with me.” Wait upon the Lord, and He will renew your strength. Keep trusting Him, church! His mercy endureth forever! Keep rejoicing in His salvation! And keep worshipping, because the end result will always be better than what we ever hoped for! July/August 2010
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Wisconsin Youth President
About Me
A nerdy civil engineer during the day, a man consumed with passion for developing godly young people at all times! I’m blessed to have a lovely wife, Armendina, and two beautiful daughters – Anabella (5) and Sofia (2). I’m honored to serve as Youth Pastor of Elim Tabernacle in Greenfield, WI.
My Passions
Ecclesiastes 9:10 says, “Whatsoever thy hand findeth to do, do it with thy might…” and I have strived to live that verse in everything I do. From scrubbing toilets to teaching Sunday School - it is my passion to give all I have. I know my abilities and talents will only take me so far; but by giving God my little, with all my might, He can make it much!
Sheaves for Christ (SFC)
The SFC campaign is in full swing. This year’s campaign,
Live 2 Give, encourages us all to take on the spirit of Abel and live to give a more excellent sacrifice to God. Wisconsin’s SFC goal is $105,000. I recently completed a 50-mile bike ride and raised $1,300 for SFC, and I know, with your help, we will reach our goal. Remember, this year’s offering date is August 29th.
Wisconsin Youth Ministry (WYM) Goals
It is my honor to be serving the youth of the WI District. The WYM team is blessed to follow the exceptional leadership of former WI Youth President, Rev. Aaron Soto. WYM is here to serve the churches, pastors, and students of Wisconsin. Below is our vision for Wisconsin. While maintaining our attitude of Servant Leadership, the WYM team strives to RELATE to churches, pastors, student leaders, and the students of Wisconsin. We plan to RELATE by: • Relationships Matthew 22:37-40 (37) Jesus said unto him, Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy mind. (38) This is the first and great commandment. (39)
bro. Tim vik And the second is like unto it, Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself. (40) On these two commandments hang all the law and the prophets. WYM strives to build and foster Relationships: o Most importantly, relationships between students and God o Secondly, relationships between youth leaders and their pastors o Lastly, relationships between the WYM and the WI District and her churches • Educate Psalms 119:11 Thy word have I hid in mine heart, that I might not sin against thee. WYM strives to Educate the students of WI by: o Providing apostolic learning opportunities for students at Sectional and District events by hosting breakout and small group sessions o Providing mentoring opportunities for youth leaders at “Mosaic Conference” and transportation opportunities to National “The Commune-ity” meetings o Encouraging participation in Bible Quizzing • Link
Proverbs 27:17 Iron sharpeneth iron; so a man sharpeneth the countenance of his friend.
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By Rev. Chad Williams 2010 Surge Senior Camp was a huge success! We are blessed with tremendous leadership in Wisconsin and they proved it at camp. Rev. Tim Vik, the Wisconsin Youth Ministry team and 100 staffers facilitated camp with CLASS! The camp evangelist, Rev. James Maroney, did a phenomenal job delivering the Word and connecting with the campers. We were also blessed by a visit from our bishop, Rev. Putnam, on Monday night. There were daily breakout sessions which focused on ministry, doctrine, soul-winning and leadership development. Each session was packed with youth that were serious about growing in Christ! The speakers for the breakout sessions were all local pastors and youth pastors. They were anointed and passionate as they ministered to our incredible youth. 250 Apostolic youth flooded the campgrounds this year with hungry hearts! Their worship was moving from the very first night. By Wednesday night their worship and sincere hearts ushered in a special move of God that transformed youth! Several youth stated they were delivered during that powerful service. No Senior Camp is complete without twilight activities and the ultimate game. The after-service activities were
very entertaining with students doing improv and eating strange foods. The ultimate game kept us busy during the day with tug of war, volleyball, Frisbee, basketball and many other activities to accrue points for respective teams. Everyone will remember Rev. TJ Heidenreich walking around the campgrounds with an ultimate game scoreboard around his neck!
Following a week of fun, empowering breakout sessions and powerful evening services, Rev. Tim Vik ended camp on Friday with a strong challenge for each camper to apply all they had received during camp. Following his moving challenge, the youth made a commitment to SURGE! Considering that Senior Camp is for the youth of Wisconsin, what better way to express its impact than to share
their thoughts. The following are only a few of many comments received from youth that attended camp this year... “It may have changed my life - not completely as in direction, but it did turn things upside-down a bit. It was a powerhouse of the awesomeness of God and the. best. camp. ever.” “One word..... AWESOME!!!!” “Camp can be described in one word: EPIC!!!!!! This year the services had a lot more worship and the speakers were great! This was my 4th year at camp and it was my favorite one. Great job everyone.” “It was amazing. The services were incredible! I definitely walked away with something new from God.” “I loved camp. It was beyond epic!!” “It was life-changing for me, spiritually.” “I loved the worship, preaching, activities, and I had a TOTAL breakthrough Wednesday night. I feel fresh.” It’s very clear from the comments by campers that youth were forever changed during the 2010 Surge Senior Camp. The youth of Wisconsin would like to thank Wisconsin Youth Ministries and each camp staffer for a life-changing, God-filled 2010 Surge Senior Camp! July/August 2010
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BY LORETTA LUNDT Ahh, Family Camp… we were met with hot weather and great services! Families have been gathering at St. John’s Road for camp for generations now. This year marked the 50th anniversary of camp meeting. We are so thankful for the heritage of our parents and grandparents and others that have paved the way! What an exciting year! From the great teaching in the morning, to the
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great preaching at night, to the special heritage service and the cardboard testimonies, it was a year to remember! Bro. Grant and Bro. Larsen both did a great job of blessing this wonderful gathering. Sunday, the 4th of July, started the week off with a bang. The service began with the Purpose Institute graduation and concluded with the message, “All in a Moment,” from Bro. Larsen. The morning teacher, Bro. Grant, taught us “Christianity 101.” I am still
pondering the gold nuggets he gave each morning. He taught on grace, “Travelling in the Right Direction,” trusting in God and having the right attitude. He had some great illustrations that keep replaying in my mind. Bro. Larsen, originally from Wisconsin, came all the way from California to bring us great preaching and some great singing as well! He reminded us of what can happen at any moment , taught us that we can either choose life or death
50th Wisconsin District Camp Meeting – it is our decision, and he taught that the “Key to Dynamic Living is Dynamic Giving.” If you were not able to make it to one or all of the services, you can still get the messages (without the heat). Contact Media Missions at scott690@ centrurytel.net or call 608-306-0469. The week was full of great activities and events. Here are a just a few highlights: Monday, Rev. Eastman and his wife were honored for their years of service to the ministry. Wednesday morn-
Cardboard Testimonies
ing, the children had a beautiful presentation of “cardboard testimonies,” while they sang, “How He Loves”. Thursday was the Heritage Dinner and Heritage Service, featuring the camp band playing ‘old-time’ hymns. Friday evening was the Holy Ghost rally. Adults shared their “cardboard” testimonies. Rev. Hanthorn shared his personal testimony and many received the Holy Ghost. It was a great week! Photos by: Frank Ritchie and Craig Lundt
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Kids @ FAMILY Camp The children’s sessions are an important part of Family Camp. While the parents are at the main sanctuary, children, ages 5-12, are able to attend services in the “old” tabernacle. This year, Sis. Sara Vojtasek, with her team from Thorp, led the morning services and had the extra special black-light puppets. Brother Harris was assisted by Bro. and Sis. Livengood for the evening services. He taught on the Holy Ghost, being used in the Spirit, and being used in ministry. The children were able to sing for the adults on Wednesday morning, and shared their “cardboard testimonies,” as well. It was exciting to see so many great things the Lord is doing for them! By the end of the week, 54 had been filled with the Holy Ghost for the first time, and many others were touched and refilled. One service witnessed two waves of Holy Ghost movement. July/August 2010
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40 Hours of Prayer By Steve Rogers “Yes, you too can pastor your church or lead your ministry, and reduce the complications that seem to plague others by using our proven method.” (This is a line from our latest best selling book… the which, I have no interest in writing) All joking aside, we have had such success with our first two 40 hour prayer meetings, that I thought that I would try to encourage others about the blessings that it brought to Elim, and share a few comments. From the time that we had the 40 hours of prayer as a district event, and men from different churches came together to pray for 40 continuous hours, I wondered what it would be like to bring that same event home and have our own 40 hour prayer meeting. Not a prayer chain, where one man will pray for a predetermined time and another man will take over until we have filled 40 hours of prayer. The Men’s Extreme Prayer Team is a group of about 15 men, and we prayed for 40 continuous hours. The result so far has been a genuine spirit of unity between brothers in the church, unity in the ministry of the church like I have never experienced before. We started on Saturday @ 4am and prayed until 8pm on Sunday. In our first meeting, no one left the property. We all stayed and spent time with each other and time with the Lord in personal and corporate prayer. We ate and we talked, but no talk of sports or work unless it was the work of the Lord, and all talk was to be Bible focused. We spoke to each other about soul win-
ning and honest to goodness preferring my brother edification. We watched DVD’s of messages by other preachers; in our second prayer meeting, we only watched two. Imagine 40 hours spent focusing on God alone and things concerning His kingdom. When we pray, we pray individually and in groups, walking through the church, praying for every Sunday School class and each ministry of the church. • Brandon received the Holy Ghost, while we were in a prayer circle praying for his job interview. • John got the Holy Ghost in our first 40 hours of prayer, while we were on a prayer journey. We were praying in the Sunday School classroom, where his wife has been teaching for the last year or so; • John was so pumped about the
whole thing that he took charge of our second 40 hours of prayer, as well as doing most of the promotion of it. Honestly, if you want to take some of the complications out of being a pastor, or simply ramp up your walk with God, find some men who will pray with you for an extended time, such as 40 hours, and see what God does. There has been a real tangible change in the unity in the church here at Elim, and God always blesses unity with the pouring out of His Spirit. It is easy to find some guys who will go camping for the weekend, or get up at 4am to go fishing. Why not challenge some of them to do something eternal? Choose a weekend and start praying, and see what God does with it. You, your church, and your city will be blessed as a result.
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Toyota Center and George R. Brown Convention Center Houston, Texas | September 29-October 3, 2010 All services will be held in the Toyota Center unless otherwise noted. Ministers Business Sessions will be held in the Toyota Center. Exhibits will be in George R. Brown Convention Center, Exhibit Hall E. Seminars will be held in Hilton Americas and George R. Brown Convention Center.
Wednesday, September 29 7:00 PM
Historical Drama, “Healed in Houston” – Pentecostal Music Association
Thursday, September 30 9:00 AM 10:00 AM-12:00 NOON 6:45-6:55 PM 7:00 PM
Ministers Business Session – Toyota Center Ladies Talk Time – GRB General Assembly Theater Lighthouse Ranch for Boys Message from General Superintendent David K. Bernard
Friday, October 1 9:00 AM Ministers Business Session – Toyota Center 10:00 AM-12:00 NOON Ministers’ Wives/Lady Ministers Breakfast – Hilton Americas Hotel
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SEMINARS – Hilton Americas and GRB Convention Center (See opposite page for subjects and times.) 6:45-6:55 PM 7:00 PM
Tupelo Children’s Mansion Home Missions Service Speakers: Tim Gaddy (Cabot, AR) and James Lumpkin Jr. (Little Rock, AR)
Saturday, October 2 9:30-11:00 AM 12:00-2:00 PM
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Coffee and Tea with General Superintendent David K. Bernard and First Lady Connie Bernard in Exhibit Hall E – GRB Convention Center Youth Service Speaker: Scott Graham (Hazelwood, MO)
SEMINARS – Hilton Americas and GRB Convention Center (See opposite page for subjects and times.) 7:00 PM
Foreign Missions Service Speaker: Wayne Huntley (Raleigh, NC)
Sunday, October 3 9:30-10:15 AM 11:00 AM-1:00 PM 5:00 PM 5:00 PM
Memorial Service Narrator: V. Arlen Guidroz (Dallas, TX) Sunday School Service Speaker: Ken Gurley (Pasadena, TX) “Houston Ablaze” Crusade Speaker: Jack Cunningham (Chesapeake, VA) Children’s Crusade – GRB Ballroom
There’s still time to register and make hotel reservations on www.upcigc.com.
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NEW General Conference Seminars From the very opening of Scripture leaders are admonished to instruct and train. On Friday and Saturday of General Conference, time will be given to provide training and tools. At no additional cost, you may take home resources that will be an ongoing benefit. FRIDAY, October 1
SATURDAY, October 2
Following Seminars at George R. Brown Convention Center: Pentecostal Music Association
Following Seminars at George R. Brown Convention Center: Pentecostal Music Association
2:30 PM 3:30 PM
Stewardship
2:30 PM
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Young Ministers
Church Construction and Feasibility/Strategic Analysis Don Chapman, Darryl Harris, Jay Carney, Mike Jayroe, Aubrey Jayroe Church Loans and Capital Campaigns Bryan London, Clark Dickerson, Dale Armstrong
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What Is an Apostolic Philosophy?—David K. Bernard How Can Mentoring Impact the Apostolic Movement? Aaron Soto What Would James and the Boys Say?—Art Hodges
2:30 PM
Q & A—Bruce Bruinsma, Envoy Financial
2:30 PM 3:10 PM
Ministers Retirement Fund
Building a Long-Term Music Ministry Overcoming Conflicts in Musical Styles of Worship
Following Seminars at Hilton Americas Hotel: 2:30 PM Training Apostolic Leaders at the Local Level—F. Joe Ellis Division of Education 2:30 PM 2:30 PM 2:30 PM 3:30 PM 3:30 PM 3:30 PM 3:30 PM
Foreign Missions
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Music Ministry Resources: Music, Equipment, Websites, Artists, etc. Developing a Culture of Worship in the Church Body
Stewardship
2:30 PM 3:30 PM
Endowments and Future Funding—Stephen Drury Increasing Generosity in Giving—Stephen Drury
Young Ministers
2:30 PM 3:10 PM 3:50 PM
What Is the Nature of an Apostolic Anointing?—Stan Gleason The Gospel and Today’s Culture—Brent Coltharp Panel Discussion David K. Bernard, Brent Coltharp, Stan Gleason, Art Hodges, Jeremiah Sibley, Seth Simmons, Aaron Soto
Following Seminars at Hilton Americas Hotel: 2:30 PM Training Apostolic Leaders at the Local Level—F. Joe Ellis Division of Education 2:30 PM 2:30 PM 2:30 PM 3:30 PM 3:30 PM 3:30 PM
Importance of Bible College—Richard Bishop Chaplaincy: A Ministry of Presence—William Dillon Capital Funding for Christian Education—Tony Braswell Training Apostolic Leaders at the Local Level—F. Joe Ellis Local Churches and Bible Colleges: Forging a Vital Partnership Darrell Johns Chaplains and Emergency Response—Mark Hattabaugh Christian Education for YOUR Church: How to Start a Christian School—Moderator Charles Barcus Ultimate Missions—A Forum with the General Director, Bruce Howell Living with Intention and Walking to the Edge (Bennie DeMerchant, Albert Stewart, and others)
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New Beginnings
2:30 PM 3:30 PM
How to Integrate Technology in the Church—Samuel Mendizabal Ministering to the Officers and their Families—Sidney Poe Pathways to School Improvement—Gary Trzcinski Training Apostolic Leaders at the Local Level—F. Joe Ellis Why Bible College?—Paul Mooney Dos and Dont’s of Chaplaincy Sidney Poe, Mark Hattabaugh, William Dillon Choosing Curriculum to Meet the Needs of Your Church Moderator, Charles Barcus Domestic and International Adoption: the Fact and the Fiction Tom Velie Reaching Our Youth with the Truth about Life Choices—Tom Velie
Home Missions
2:30 PM 3:30 PM
Daughter Church Evangelism—Phil DePriest, Raul Orozco Cross-Cultural Evangelism—Don Hanscom, Steve Schobert, Marshall and Vani Xavier
Home Missions
2:30 PM 3:30 PM
How to Cause Your Church to Dream Again—Tom Foster Multiplication: Moving Beyond Addition—Tom Foster
Ladies Ministries
2:30 PM 3:30 PM
Women in Ministry—"Cara's Call": A Dramatic Presentation Across Generations: The Ministry of Mentoring Panel Discussion: Moderator, Gwyn Oakes
Urshan Graduate School of Theology
2:30 PM 3:30 PM
Confronting the Critics: Affirming Apostolic Doctrine David S. Norris Apostolic Hermeneutics—Daniel L. Segraves
Sunday School
1:30 PM 2:30 PM 3:30 PM
Praying for the Prey—Trent Sheerin Children’s Ministry—Lloyd Squires The Necessity of a Burden—Bruce Borlik
Sunday School
1:30 PM 2:30 PM 3:30 PM
Praying for the Prey—Trent Sheerin Children’s Ministry—Lloyd Squires The Necessity of a Burden—Bruce Borlik
Locations in Wisconsin:
Appleton • Eau Claire • Madison • Oak Creek Find out more information or register now for the next semester
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Foreign Missions Reports
General Conference 2010 UPC of Germany-Austria
The way into the future of the Church is the same as it was in the past - prayer and more prayer - work and more work - teaching and more teaching - preaching and more preaching loving and more loving. At the annual conference of saints and preachers from Germany and Austria, almost three hundred people gathered to launch into the depths of the Spirit once again. Some ventured further than ever before and some were filled with the Holy Ghost for the first time. Others testified about healings. Young people sought God concerning their futures and older saints encouraged one another to hold on to Jesus, the author and finisher of our Faith.
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WYM strives to Link students and youth leaders in WI by: o Hosting monthly sectional events o Hosting yearly district events (Youth Camp and WYC) • Awaken Philippians 4:13 I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me. WYM strives to Awaken the students of WI to their potential in Jesus Christ. We want our students to realize the power of the Holy Ghost inside them. • Testify Acts 20:24 But none of these things move me, neither count I my life dear unto myself, so that I might finish my course with joy, and the ministry, which I have received
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It was a grand time of fellowship, worship, seeking after the Lord and hearing the Word .
Costa Rica: Aim Report
What an exciting and busy month we have had! We continue to have a full schedule and work with Bro. Julio Pacheco in Guadalupe and the 3 outreach cell groups per week. We were so thankful that 4 of the children in one family, where we have weekly services, made the decision to be baptized. They are part of our outreach and the home church in Guadalupe. We took them to the river and Bro. Julio baptized them in the precious name of Jesus! Also, we had our Northern Convention on the 19th and 20th where by Saturday night we had a full house, there were 20 baptized and 32 received of the Lord Jesus, to testify the gospel of the grace of God. WYM strives to instill a desire to be walking testimonies of Jesus Christ’s love and eternal promise. We want WI students to testify in word and deed! • Experience Psalms 34:8 O taste and see that the LORD is good: blessed is the man that trusteth in him. WYM strives to allow students to Experience all that God has for them by: o Providing ministry opportunities at Sectional and District events o Encouraging involvement in their local church o Encouraging assistance to Home Mission and Daughter Works in WI o Promoting AYC (Apostolic Youth Corps) involvement o Providing a scholarship to UPCIsponsored Bible Colleges
the baptism of the Holy Ghost in those two days! Bro. Fazzalore from St. Louis preached and did an awesome job, he was with a group from West Virginia and the whole group was a blessing to us all. God is doing a great work here and we are so glad to be a part of the work here. We ended the month with Elizabeth teaching a ladies service in Santa Anna on the 27th then we left to go to the border of Panama to renew our visas while we were so close to the border. I was privileged to preach at a “campo Blanco” service of the pastor in Cuervito and also across the border at the Church of Bro. Guadamuz in Puerto Almueres, Panama we had a awesome time. We arrived back home on July 1st looking forward to this month.
Helpful Links
Below are helpful links that every pastor and youth leader needs to bookmark:
Wisconsin Youth Ministries: www.wisyouth.org
Wisconsin Senior Bible Quizzing: www.wisrbq.com United Pentecostal Youth: www.pentecostalyouth.org Sheaves for Christ: www.sheavesforchrist.com Apostolic Youth Corps: www.apostolicyouthcorps.com Campus Ministry International: www.campusnow.org The Commune-ity: www.thecommune-ity.org Hyphen: www.hyphenonline.com InsideOut Magazine: www.insideoutmag.org