What Changed You the Most?
Every year at this point in the spring, I make a point of asking our students a series of questions to test what they’ve learned and how they’ve grown. When I get to the question “So what single thing has changed you the most during your time here?” inevitably the answer is “community.” While this…
The Enlightener Mentality
I came to Brazil with the idea that the American Church was going to help the Brazilian Church and not vice versa. I will call this mentality the enlightener mentality. The enlightener mentality was warned to me throughout the preparation week for Brazil. However, I still fell into the trap. Within the first week of being in Brazil, I was shown the truth. The Lifeshapers and the…
God With Us
We just finished up the last half of the leadership retreat and are currently enjoying a relaxing afternoon before heading to church tonight. I absolutely loved making to friendships with students here who are hungry for the Lord. It was so encouraging to see Brazilians our age eager to learn about God. I’ve been amazed…