en http://www.manorpresbyterian.com © Copyright 2000 - 2009Church Community Builder. All Rights Reserved. http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=60 http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=60&article_id=80 July 8th 2008 10:30am to 3:30pm Cost: $20 (includes tube) Bring a bag lunch Probably the most relaxing activity we do as a group. Pack a lunch to eat a picnic lunch beside the Brandywine river, then we hop in tubes (provided by the river company) and float down the river! Parents who like to float are invited, friends, as well as the new incoming 6th grade class. Looking forward to floating with you! Thu, 18 Jun 2009 20:07:35 MST http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=60 http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=60&article_id=132 7pm - 8:30pm "Tough Questions" Answering your questions. How would you answer tough questions about Christianity? We will be tacking the toughest ones and discussing them together. What questions do you have? Thu, 18 Jun 2009 20:04:32 MST http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1 http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1&article_id=65 Check out our online web training tutorials here Thu, 18 Jun 2009 19:51:03 MST http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=68 http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=68&article_id=134 NEW ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL SERIES: The History of Christianity Starting June 14, 2009 Most Christians are clueless about church history. How did the church begin? How have politics, economics, sciences, and the arts been influenced by Christian thought and teaching in the last 2,000 years? How does our contemporary church resemble the ancient church? Please join us for an excellent six-part DVD series featuring Dr. Timothy George, an evangelical believer and professor of Church History, as he explains this subject in a concise and enjoyable format. Adult Sunday school is held from 10:00-10:45 am in the new trailer. Enjoy a cup of coffee (or tea or cocoa) and learn about the great personalities and movements of the Christian church. Wed, 10 Jun 2009 19:24:10 MST http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=29 http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=29&article_id=99 Some people use big words and complicated theological arguments to persuade others that they really know God, but such pretense does not fool God and it should not fool us, either. Instead, in his open letter to all the churches, John the Apostle uses a much simpler and more direct method to determine who knows God and who doesn't. Those who truly know God, according to John, do right, avoid sin, and love their fellow believers. To say that you know God when you do not strive to live a holy life, when you refuse to make a clean break with sin and when you do not love other believers is to be just as deluded as those who believe the ancient heresy that Jesus did not really come in the flesh 2,000 years ago. Belief and behavior are inseparable. Mind and heart belong together. True light leads to true love. Just as the heresies of the early church were essentially an accommodation to the prevailing philosophies of the day, so heresy remains an accommodation to popular views held by the world today. Since people have not changed much in the last 2,000 years, false teaching still leads to false living. That's why John looked at the way ancient believers treated one another as a way to tell whether they had been infected by heresy or not. John's letter calls the 2nd and 3rd generation of believers back to the things that matter most, and it calls the 80th generation of believers living today back to the same truth. Where truth is declared and believed, error and sin will wither and collapse. Join us for the next 10 weeks as we study this book together and watch God changes our minds and hearts to look like His. May 31 Pentecost David Tate 1 John 1-2:2 How to Walk in the Light June 7 David Tate 1 John 2:3-14 How to Avoid Darkness June 14 David Tate 1 John 2:15-27 With Whom are you Walking? June 21 David Tate 1 John 2:28-3:10 Walk as a Child of God June 28 David Tate 1 John 3:11-24 Love One Another July 5 David Tate Mission Trip Reports July 12 William Tate 1 John 4:1-6 Testing the Spirits July 19 Matt Graybill 1 John 4:7-21 Test our Love July 26 David Tate 1 John 5:1-12 Testing our Faith August 2 David Tate 1 John 5:13-21 Testing our Future Fri, 29 May 2009 21:11:02 MST http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=139 http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=139&article_id=122 The Young Adult Class meets every Sunday morning at 10AM in the church library. Everyone who has graduated high school but has not yet gotten married is welcome to join us. We have relevant lively discussions about life and God/Jesus. We are not afraid of hard questions, in fact we love hard questions because we believe that God has the answers and is glorified when we look to Him for those answers. Our discussions are casual and everyone is encouraged to contribute. On May 31st we will start a walk through the book of Mark. Please come and join us as we take this walk together! For more information please call Beth Power c. 484-266-7087 or h. 610-255-1565 Wed, 20 May 2009 18:47:57 MST http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=26 http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=26&article_id=129 We will be traveling to Gauley Bridge West Virginia to build lives by building or repairing homes. Anyone 9th grade to adult is eligible to register for this mission trip. Trip is June 21- June 27, 2009 Download detailed trip presentation here Download Mission Trip Schedule here Download sample support letter here Download Youth Registration Form here Download Adult Registration Form here If you are unable to print or download forms, you may pickup hard copies in the church office. Please review the testimonies below from the team members who served as short term missionaries in 2008. Wed, 20 May 2009 11:30:12 MST http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=75 http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=75&article_id=24 Come join us for a season of fun and fellowship as we compete with several churches in our area league. It is a great time of Christian fellowship between different churches, all sharing in the same core beliefs in Christ. Contact us by email or phone (610-869-2402) for information. Wed, 20 May 2009 10:18:05 MST http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=35 http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=35&article_id=148 Wed, 6 May 2009 14:55:09 MST http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=35 http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=35&article_id=150 Kids' Fest is a week-long day camp. This year it is open to all kids entering K-5th grade. The Story: Every year we choose a modern day person of faith and learn about his or her work in the world. This year our storytellers will take us back to World War ll and share with us the life of Corrie ten Boom. Corrie opened her heart and home to hide many persecuted Jews. After being discovered and imprisioned in a concentration camp, she continued to show others the comfort she found in God's truth: that in every circumstance, GOD IS IN CONTROL! The Theme: GOD IS IN CONTROL! The verse: Psalm 121:1,2: "Where does my help come from? My help comes from the Lord, the maker of heaven and earth." Wed, 6 May 2009 12:11:51 MST http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=35 http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=35&article_id=75 Kids' Fest is a week-long day camp open to all kids entering K through 5th grade. Our days are filled with fun, sun, friends and special activities. We sing, play games, hear stories about people of faith, do crafts, learn about special talents, hobbies and careers from local residents, play in the water and much more. suggested donation: $15 per participant (for the whole week!)Please register early so we can arrange our classes! Wed, 6 May 2009 12:04:51 MST http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=35 http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=35&article_id=67 There are many opportunities for teens and adults to be involved in KidsFest 2009. Opportunities include:Kid Mover - shepherd your group of children from one activity to another.Youth Kid Mover - assists the kid mover (must be at least 7th grade for this position)Support Staff - welcome & greet at the parents tent, assist with registration, serve snacks, assist with the Friday afternoon fair and closing ceremony, supervise water games....Special Activities - Do you have a hobby that would be of interest to children, that you could model and teach during KidsFest? (Past activities have included a cheerleading demonstration, drawing, silkscreening t-shirts, showing rabbits/horses/service animals, etc!) Contact: Kira Cole @ meg0506@hotmail.com to express your interest. Wed, 6 May 2009 12:04:51 MST http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=35 http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=35&article_id=14 Kids Fest (Kindergarten through 5th grade): July 20-24, 2009 ~ 9am-2pm Plan to join us now for the week... Wed, 6 May 2009 11:58:16 MST http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=82 http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=82&article_id=41 Kid's Night is a fun-filled and engaging mid week program where children and youth learn how to apply Christian principles to every aspect of life. The purpose of our Kid's Night Christian Service Brigade and Girl's Alive program is to enable the children and youth who attend to come to a greater understanding of The God Who loves them, and how He desires to have a relationship with them. We also want to instill in them how to apply the principles God has given to us so so that they will be able to navigate life with a thoroughly Christian world view. The children and youth are in age and gender oriented groups where they enjoy a high ratio of leaders to participants. It is our goal that each participant will come to understand that God is interested in all aspects of life and that it is our primary goal in life is to glorify and enjoy Him in whatever we do. Kid's Night takes place every Wednesday evening from 6:30-8:00. The location of the different groups depends on the age and gender of the child. Kid's night runs September to April with a special Cross Over ceremony on April 29th. At this ceremony the children cross the bridge and meet their new leader for next year. For enrollment information, contact the church office. Register Now Sat, 25 Apr 2009 14:59:28 MST http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=9 http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=9&article_id=100 Small Groups Coordinator Biography coming soon Thu, 23 Apr 2009 10:17:47 MST http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=44 http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=44&article_id=20 As you come to him (Jesus), the living Stone, you also, like living stones are being built into a spiritual house to be a holy priesthood, offering spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God through Jesus Christ. I Peter 2:4-5 Nurturing One Another is the third value in MANOR, the acrostic we use to remember what God wants us to do as a congregation. Below are answers to some questions you may have about small groups. Should you desire to join a small group, CLICK HERE to tell us a few things about yourself so that we can recommend a specific group to you. To view a list of all our small groups, click above on Find a Group, then search by the group type Care/Small Group. Contact any group leader, or Becky Taylor, 610-869-2187 Why join a Living Stones Small Group? Because a Living Stones Group focuses on the relationships of the people in it, joining a Living Stones Group will enable you to do the following things well: WORSHIP Christ and learn from His Word in a more intimate setting than on Sunday morning. DISCOVER spiritual gifts and use them effectively by serving others, those in the church and the world. CARE for each other through special acts of kindness, specific prayer, and mutual encouragement. WELCOME new people, both Christians and seekers, into a family of real friendship and prayerful support. GROW and then plant new Living Stones Groups so that more people in our community can personally experience the love of Jesus from a smaller family of His children. What happens during a typical Living Stones Group meeting? Living Stones Groups normally meet weekly, during which several things happen: the members worship together, pray together, learn together, serve together, and share ways in which God is transforming them spiritually. People are drawn to groups with personal care and concern. That's why Living Stones Groups are perhaps the best venues for reaching those who are seeking to know more about Christianity - they are where people see the church in action. What are some responsibilities of members? HELP create a safe place where people can be heard. MAINTAIN confidentiality. KEEP the door open for new members. ACTIVELY participate. Give PRIORITY to the group meeting. Wed, 22 Apr 2009 11:44:22 MST http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=78 http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=78&article_id=38 Journey Groups at Manor Presbyterian Church consist of groups of 5-8 men or women meeting weekly in a comfortable casual setting with a trained leader to develop growing, serving, and missionary lives. The members of journey groups encourage one another intellectually and spiritually as they work through material designed to foster life change. Truth, equipping, accountability, mission and supplication are the essential ingredients to discipleship. You will discover a deeper level of fellowship and camaraderie. You will find yourself surrounded by new friends who will accept you, share honestly about the challenges they face, be there to support you through hard times and encourage you in reaching your goals.Journey will start back up in September. Check back for further details! Fri, 17 Apr 2009 12:43:20 MST http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=70 http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=70&article_id=145 AMERICAN RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVETuesday, April 14th,2009 at MANOR 1:30pm to 7pm Signup at the red cross website: http://www.pleasegiveblood.org or by contacting Linda Inglis Mon, 6 Apr 2009 15:41:47 MST http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=70 http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=70&article_id=28 Spring Community Service Day Saturday, April 25 8am – 12noon Parkesburg Point Youth Center – Parkesburg Spring cleaning - bring cleaning supplies. Contact: Lorraine Kane 610-869-0656 Gap Women’s Center – New location - 835 Houston Run Drive, Suite 330, Gap – off Brackbill Rd. Organize the new center by: putting labels on baby bottles and putting in inserts (for a fundraiser), re-labeling pamphlets with new location info, and packaging diapers in bags for distribution to their clients. Contact: Becky Taylor 610-869-2187 House of His Creation - Coatesville Sort garage for yard sale, house cleaning, and yard work (weather permitting) - bring paper supplies to donate: paper towels, TP, etc., cleaning supplies &/or yard tools. Contact: George Baker 610-869-3083 The Bridge Food Pantry & Clothing Closet – Avon Grove Church of the Nazarene Change over the clothing closet from winter to summer clothes. Contact: Brenda Stoltzfus 610-593-2193 Mon, 6 Apr 2009 15:40:25 MST http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=70 http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=70&article_id=29 THE BRIDGE The Bridge Food Pantry and Clothing Closet is located at the Avon Grove Church of the Nazarene, 240 State Rd., West Grove, behind the main church building. Opportunities to serve those who are in need of food, clothing and household items, include donating items, sorting them, and distributing them on Tuesday evenings and Saturday mornings. Dinners are given out at Thanksgiving and a Christmas dinner and party is held in December. Email or call the Manor church office at 610-869-2402, or Avon Grove Church of the Nazarene at 610-869-9500 for more information, or to volunteer or make donations. To receive services, simply go to The Bridge on Tuesday from 6-8pm or on Saturday from 10am-noon. Please be prepared to provide the names and birth dates of all household members, your home location and mailing address, and your phone number. HOUSE OF HIS CREATION http://www.hohc.org/maternityhome.html The House of His Creation, located outside Coatesville, PA, provides housing, education, counseling, spiritual care, and referral services for young women who find themselves pregnant with nowhere to turn. PARKESBURG POINT http://parkesburgpoint.tripod.com/index.html The Parkesburg Point is a Christian Outreach center for area youth ages 10-18. As a collaborative effort with the community and the local churches, they strive to provide principles that support growth in spiritual, emotional and academic areas of life. Through supervised activities and by example, we share the POINT. CORNERSTONE PREGNANCY CARE CENTERS http://www.cornerstonepcs.com/who_we_are.html With centers located in Gap, and at Lincoln University for campus students, Cornerstone helps women choose physical life for their unborn children and eternal life for their own souls, promotes abstinence, and heals the broken hearts of those suffering the effects of a past abortion. Mon, 6 Apr 2009 14:57:50 MST http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=60 http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=60&article_id=146 Summer Assembly Week long camp. This year at Lancaster Bible College. Stay in college dorm rooms, choose elective classes to attend, amazing recreation, speaker, worship. Grades 6th - Young Adult. Register by May 1st to get a $40 discount! Student Registration Form Adult Registration Form (over 18) Turn in forms to Nancy by May 1st for early discount Sun, 5 Apr 2009 21:39:32 MST http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=70 http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=70&article_id=30 At Manor, we reach out in mercy to care for the needs of others -just as the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve... Matthew 20:28 Confidential assistance is available from the Deacons for people from our congregation and the community who need financial or other physical assistance. If you or your family has a need, or you know of someone with a need, please contact the Deacon Mercy Team at mercy@manorpresbyterian.com or through the church office at 610-869-2402. You may also contact any member of the Deacon Mercy Team: David Tate, George Baker, Matt Walton, John Pugliese, LeAnne Pugliese, Lorraine Kane, Claudia Cole, Becky Taylor, Brenda Stoltzfus, concerning community service, local ministries, or assistance. Mon, 30 Mar 2009 15:14:58 MST http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1 http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1&article_id=47 Sun, 29 Mar 2009 04:10:33 MST http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=38 http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=38&article_id=25 Children ages K through 3rd grade are excused from the second worship service each Sunday morning just after the offering. Adults lead children in worship that is appropriate for them, both modeling and teaching them to worship God in spirit and in truth. Parents are invited to help with the teaching and provide support during the sessions. Contact Betsy Howes to express your interest or for more information. Thu, 19 Mar 2009 19:09:42 MST http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=38 http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=38&article_id=78 Thu, 19 Mar 2009 19:09:16 MST http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=32 http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=32&article_id=11 On Sunday mornings, during the Sunday School hour from 9:30am to 10:45am, children ages kindergarten through 5th graders participate in our Kids' Acts program! We call our program "Kid's Acts" because we are seeking to act out our learning from God's Word in ways that show we know, love, and obey Jesus. Although the regular program begins at 9:45am, we do start with a pre-session time at 9:30am. This is usually a group activity that relates to the Biblical theme we are studying during the large group sessions. The pre-session not only gives our kids a good introduction to the lesson of the week, but also allows our parents to come early to enjoy a cup of coffee and a time of fellowship with other adults before their regular class begins. During the large group session the children enjoy music and an exciting, live Bible story as a group... then move into small group interaction with children their own age for a review of the lesson which has been taught and Bible memory work. One of our goals for Kids Acts is to see our Shepherds leading our children closer to Jesus through the small group prayer time...having the children know each other well enough to be able to pray for each other's needs. There are many opportunities for teens and adults to begin serving in the Kids' Acts! ministry: kid greeters, assisting in worship, serving as an undershepherd for a small group, technical or design assistance, small parts in the large group time. To explore these opportunities, contact Fred Glaeser. To see photos of Kids Acts, go to our Kid's Photo Gallery. These are the core values that guide our Sunday morning Children and Youth Ministry. 1. God-centered: God must be the center of all that we do on Sunday morning. 2. Kid-focused: it's for kids! 3. Relevant and engaging: for a kid's world. 4. Intentional shepherding: a caring adult developing healthy relationships with children and helping them have personal application in their lives. 5. Fun: "the absence of fun means the absence of kids". 6. Safe environment: Kids feel safe - physically, emotionally and spiritually. Thu, 19 Mar 2009 19:04:40 MST http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=37 http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=37&article_id=136 Our nursery ministry at Manor is one of service. We want to show the love of Jesus to each child who comes...helping them see that God's house is a place where they can feel safe and see Jesus in everyone around them. We offer a nursery for children downstairs during the 1st service. We also offer a nursery downstairs during the Sunday School hour as well as a "1st Look" Sunday School class for children 3-pre-K. During the 2nd service, we offer a baby nursery (downstairs) for children under 2; and a toddler nursery (upstairs) for children 3 through pre-K. Our key "doorkeeper" staff have all been checked through the PA child protective service (CAPP). Each of our volunteers and teens serve to keep your children safe and comfortable during their stay with us. We are always in need of more help, so please feel free to let us know if you would like to serve Manor and Jesus in this way! Contact Mary Jane Cole mjc52@verizon.net for more information. Thu, 19 Mar 2009 18:59:39 MST http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=73 http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=73&article_id=36 These are the missionaries and outreach ministries that we support. Each month of the year, we focus on a particular ministry, praying for the missionaries, their families, and their work. SEPTEMBER Chad Brewer - Reformed University Fellowship (RUF) - Penn State University University ministry for young adults OCTOBER Joe & Bev Fitzpatrick - Mission to the World (MTW) - Puerto Rico Teaching for Miami International Theological Seminary NOVEMBER Daniel & Iara Pickney - World Harvest Mission (WHM) - Rome, Italy Church planting DECEMBER Eileen Kilpatrick - Uganda, Africa Wycliffe Bible Translators JANUARY Tim & Lyn Newbrander - MTW - Berlin, Germany Church planting, mentors church planting, operating family research center for outreach FEBRUARY Andrew Thompson - Lagniappe Presbyterian Church - Bay St. Louis, MS Rebuilding homes and lives in the ongoing aftermath of Hurricane Katrina MARCH Bruce & Pat Rathburn - MTW - Arab World Ministries Teaching English in American Language Centers APRIL Gerardo & Ruthie Gutierrez - MTW - Peru, S. America Mentoring young people to be leaders MAY Robert & Joyce Carlson - Wycliffe - Abidjan, West Africa Translator training programs, teaching linguistics JUNE Gene & Louann Bowman - MTW - El Paso, TX Border Evangelism & Mercy Ministries (BEAMM) - Church planting & leadership JULY Dan & Gini Herron - Spain World Harvest Mission (WHM) AUGUST Anees & Zarida Zaka - Church Without Walls (CWW) - Abington, PA Reaching out to Muslims ADDITIONAL Rich & Ramona Wagner - MTW - Monterey, Mexico Church planting Mon, 2 Mar 2009 16:44:58 MST http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=76 http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=76&article_id=32 The 2009 Live Nativity is planned for the 2nd full weekend in December from 7:00pm to 8:30pm on the church grounds. This year will mark the 14th Annual Live Nativity at Manor PCA. We invite you to join us in 2009 as we show God's love through the drama of the nativity. Enjoy more than 50 live actors and animals. Experience the love of Jesus in action and in drama. Interested in being part of the drama? Contact the church office at 610-869-2402 Wed, 25 Feb 2009 21:40:51 MST http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=45 http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=45&article_id=85 Sermon Date Speaker TitleDownload MP3 GENESIS The word "Genesis" means beginnings, and that's an appropriate name for this book because we can never know how to get anywhere in life unless we know where to start. Just as you pass "Go" and collect your $200 pretty often in a game of Monopoly, so you need to walk through the themes of Genesis regularly to get your bearings in life. Believe me, the pay off is worth it. Jan 6, 2008 David Tate Creation of the World: God is in Control Ge 1:1-2:3 Jan 13, 2008 David Tate Creation of Humanity: Made in God's Image Ge 2:4-25 Jan 20, 2008 Stanley Morton What is the Word of God to You? He 4:12-13 Jan 27, 2008 David Tate What's So Bad About Sin? Ge 3:1-13 Feb 3, 2008 David Tate What's So Good About God? Ge 3:14-24 Feb 10, 2008 David Tate Who's Going To Wind The Battle For Your Heart? Ge 4:1-16 Feb 17, 2008 Joel Fiscus Well-Intentioned Deceit Lam 3:40; Gal 6:1-2; Phil 2:3-4 Feb 24, 2008 David Tate The Wages Of Sin Is Death Ge 6:5-13; 7:11-24 Mar 2, 2008 David Tate The Gift of God Is Eternal Life Ge 8:1; 9:1-17 Mar 9, 2008 David Tate The Dark Side of Unity Ge 11:1-9 Mar 16, 2008 Joel Fiscus Love So Amazing, So Divine Senior Choir Cantata Mar 23, 2008 David Tate Jesus Is The Seed Jn 12:20-33 Mar 30, 2008 David Tate The Kingdom of God Has Come Mt 4:17-5:2 Apr 6, 2008 David Tate What Are You Before God? Mt 5:1-12 Apr 13, 2008 David Tate Filled With Righteousness & Mercy Mt 5:1-12 Apr 20, 2008 David Tate Purity and Peace Mt 5:1-12 Apr 27, 2008 Joel Fiscus Crowded House 1 Kings 19:1-18 May 4, 2008 David Tate Christians and the World Mt 5:1-16 May 11, 2008 David Tate Jesus, The Law and the Chistian Mt. 5:17-20 May 18, 2008 David Tate The Pure In Heart Mt. 5:21-32 May 25, 2008 Rob Ilderton Practicing Hope Ge. 14:11-24 June 1, 2008 Dave Tate Oaths, Eyes, and Enemies Mt. 5:33-48 June 8, 2008 Dave Tate Life With Father Mt. 6:1-6; 16-18 June 15, 2008 Dave Tate How To Pray And Live Mt. 6:7-15 June 22, 2008 Dave Tate Lasting Treasure Mt. 6:19-24 June 29, 2008 Dave Tate 20/20 Vision Mt. 7:1-12 July 6, 2008 Dave Tate On Judging Others Mt. 7:13-29 July 13, 2008 Chris Labs Does Your Faith Work? Ja. 2:14-20 July 20, 2008 David Stover A Promise We Can Live By Ge. 15:1-21 July 27, 2008 Dave Tate On Trusting God Mt. 7:7-12 August 3, 2008 Dave Tate Two Ways To Live Mt. 7:13-29 August 10, 2008 Charles Cummings A Treasure In Earthen Vessels 2 Co. 4:1-14 August 17, 2008 David Longacre Homosexuality and the Gospel of Grace Lev. 20:10-14; 1 Co. 6:1-20 August 24, 2008 Aaron Anderson The Urgent Need for Biblical Community Ac. 2:36-47 August 31, 2008 Dave Tate The Sermon on the Mount Mt. 5:1 - 7:29 September 7, 2008 Dave Tate God Placed YOU on HIS Team Ep. 2:1-10 September 14, 2008 Dave Tate God Equips His Church to Grow Ep. 4:11-16 September 21, 2008 Dave Tate God Made You a Part of His Body 1 Co. 12:12-27 September 28, 2008 Dave Tate God Empowers You To Serve Like Jesus 1 Pe. 4:7:11; Ro. 12:3-13 October 5, 2008 Dan Herron Invitation To God's Grace Is. 55:1-13 October 12, 2008 Dave Tate How to Weather Financial Disaster Lu. 12:13-34 October 19, 2008 Dave Tate unChristian: Why Perception Matters 2 Co. 5:16-6:10 October 26, 2008 Dave Tate unChristian: Sheltered or Engaged Jn. 4:4-42 tr> Sermon Series Title Text November 2, 2008 Dave Tate unChristian: Too Political or Kingdom Oriented Ro. 13:1-7 November 9, 2008 Dave Tate unChristian: Anti-homosexual Jn. 8:1-11 November 16, 2008 Dave Tate unChristian: Is Conversion All That Matters? Mt. 13:1-9, 18-23 November 23, 2008 Dave Tate unChristian: Overcoming Hypocrisy Lu. 7:36-50 November 30, 2008 David Tate Practicing Union with Christ Throughout the Year Is. 64:1-9; Mk. 13:24-37 December 7, 2008 Dave Tate The Gospel Brings Comfort Over Chaos Is. 40:1-11; Mk. 1:1-8 December 14, 2008 Manor Choir "The Winter Rose" December 21, 2008 Dave Tate Jesus Is The King God Promised 2 Sa. 7:1-11. 16; Lk. 1:26-38 December 28, 2008 Dave Tate Jesus Is The Savior God Promised Is. 61:10-62:3; Lk 2:22-40 Building Gods House By Building God's People Sun, 28 Dec 2008 09:59:28 MST http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=112 http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=112&article_id=66 First Look is for children from 2 to 5 years of age and is held every Sunday during the Sunday School hour from 9:45 to 10:45. During our time together we enjoy music, games, crafts, Bible Story and snacks. We introduce the children to God in age appropriate lessons and all of the wonderful things He can do. First Look is taught by Cindy Swezey. We meet in the Toddler Nursery upstairs and look forward to meeting you and your child soon! There is no better time to reach a child's heart than now!!!! Wed, 3 Dec 2008 09:33:21 MST http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=9 http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=9&article_id=95 Youth Ministry Coordinator "I do not believe that the Youth are the future of the Church. I believe they are part of God's Church now. Rather than just providing entertainment and moral instruction, we strive to provide our students with different environments to learn God's great truths and opportunities to practice them in service, teaching, and leadership within the areas in which they are gifted. It is exciting to watch faith grow in these young lives." Curt has been involved in youth ministry at Manor for several years. He has a gorgeous wife and two sons; Justin and Christopher, who both married. Justin and Kyrstal are living in Texas. Christopher and Sandi have made their home in Chochranville. Tue, 25 Nov 2008 14:17:34 MST http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=9 http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=9&article_id=74 Director of Equipping Ministry "My desire is to see every person associated with Manor Presbyterian Church responding to Jesus' love for them in joyful service. God sets our hearts free to enable us to serve and I love seeing this happen in people's lives." Brenda has served at Manor since 1992. She has led equipping ministry for over four years, teaching people how to use their spiritual gifts, and training ministry leaders to equip others for service. Brenda works in the clinical laboratory at Brandywine Hospital. She and her husband, Ernie, have two teenage sons, Jason and Evan. Tue, 25 Nov 2008 14:16:34 MST http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=9 http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=9&article_id=94 Children's Ministry Coordinator To see a child in love with Jesus is a joy that cannot be matched. My hope is that as I serve alongside the families here at Manor, our children will be so full of Christ that He will spill over and be splashed out in a way that will bring many to a saving knowledge of Him. "Let our children see Your glory at work, and may the Lord our God show us His approval and make our efforts successful" Psam 90:16 Betsy has always found her joy in serving Jesus...especially when it has involved Children's Ministry. She has served in different areas of ministry starting with Children's missionary work following college and most recently being involved with Manor's Kid's programs. She is living with her Dad here in Cochranville, and has two grown sons proudly serving with the US Coast Guard. Tue, 25 Nov 2008 08:21:18 MST http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=47 http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=47&article_id=96 This is the archive of 2006, 2007 and 2008 audio sermons. These sermons will soon be incorprated into the Manor Player found on the CURRENT AUDIO SERMONS page. 2006 Sermon Archive 2007 Sermon Archive 2008 sermon Archive Mon, 24 Nov 2008 18:05:35 MST http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=31 http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=31&article_id=33 Sermon Date Speaker TitleDownload MP3 Jan 1, 2006Joel Fiscus Jan 8, 2006 David Tate Fixing our Eyes on Christ He 1:1-4 Jan 15, 2006 David Tate Christ is Better Than... He 1:5-2:4Jan 22, 2006 David Tate How does Christ Deal with My Past?He 2:5-18 Jan 29, 2006 David Tate Christ is Faithful He 3:1-6 Feb 5, 2006 David Tate Do Not Turn Away from Christ He 3:7-19Feb 12, 2006 David Tate Feb 19, 2006 Newbrander Shine, Christian, Shine Mt 5:13-16 Feb 26, 2006 Fiscus Mar 5, 2006 David Tate Let Nothing Hinder the Gospel 1 Co 9 Mar 12, 2006 David Tate Rest in Christ He 4:1-11 Mar 19, 2006 David Tate Hold on to Christ He 4:12-16 Mar 26, 2006 David Tate Christ is my Priest He 5:1-10 Apr 2, 2006 David Tate Grow Up in Christ He 5:11-6:3 Apr 9, 2006 Joel Fiscus Out of this World Re 5:9-10 & 12 Apr 16, 2006 David Tate Our Future is in Christ He 11:32-40 April 23, 2006 David Tate Embrace Christ He 6:4-12 April 30, 2006 David TateGod's Promise is Christ He 6:13-20 May 7, 2006 David TateGod's Work is Begun in Christ He 7:1-10 May 14, 2006 David Tate God's Work is Finished in Christ He 7:11-28 May 21, 2006 David TateChrist is the New Covenant He 8:1-13 May 28, 2006 David TateThe Old Covenant is a Picture of Christ He 9:1-10 Jun 4, 2006David TateThere is Power in the Blood of Christ He 9:11-28 Jun 11, 2006 David TateChrist Paid it ALL FOREVER He 10:1-18 Jun 18, 2006 David TatePersevere through Christ He 10:19-25 Jun 25, 2006 David TateOur Confidence is in Christ He 10:26-39 Jul 2, 2006 David TateOur Faith is in Christ He 11:1-31 Jul 9, 2006 David TateGod Makes Us Like Christ He 12:1-13 Jul 16, 2006 David TateGod Brings Us to Christ He 12:14-29 Jul 23, 2006 David Tate Live Like Christ He 13:1-8 Jul 30, 2006 David TateRemember Christ He 13:9-25 Aug 6, 2006 Mark Potter Our Bodies Belong to Christ 1 Co 6 Aug 13, 2006 Aaron Anderson You will be My Witness Ac 1:1-14 Aug 20, 2006 Joel Fiscus The Power of Prayer (Why Pray if God Already Knows Everything?) Ja 4:13-15 Aug 27, 2006 Bruce Tilton On Rounds with the Great Physician Mk 5:21-43 Sep 3, 2006 Anees Zaka Outreach to the Muslims Sep 10, 2006 David Tate Why We do Evangelism 1 Th 1:9-10 Sep 17, 2006 David TateAbel - God is God Ge 4:1-16, He 11:1-4, He 12:23b-24 Sep 24, 2006 David Tate Enoch - God Loves People He 11:5-6, Ge 5:22-24, Ju 11-16Oct 1, 2006 David TateNoah - God is Just He 11:7, Ge 6:5-22 Oct 8, 2006 Joel Fiscus Christianity and Islam Mt 5:43-45, Lk 23:34a Oct 15, 2006 David TateAbraham - Home - God is Gracious He 11:8-10, 13-16; Ge 12:1-9Oct 22, 2006 David Tate Abraham - Offspring- God keeps His Promises He 11:11-19Oct 29, 2006 David Tate Isaac - God Has a Plan He 11:20; Ge 27Nov 5, 2006 Bruce Hartshorne Jacob - God brings Joy He 11:21 Nov 12, 2006 David Tate Joseph - God Gives Hope He 11:22 Nov 19, 2006 David Tate Moses' parents - God Gives Courage He 11:23 Nov 26, 2006 David Tate Moses - God Redeems His People He 11:24-28 Dec 3, 2006 David Tate Red Sea - God Protects His People He 11:29 Dec 10, 2006 David Tate Jericho - God Wins Our Battles He 11:30 Dec 17, 2006 Joel Fiscus Dec 24, 2006 David Tate Rahab - God Loves Sinners He 11:31 Dec 31, 2006 Joel Fiscus God's Resolutions Building Gods House By Building God's People Mon, 24 Nov 2008 17:49:56 MST http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=9 http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=9&article_id=71 Church Secretary"I am blessed to assist our teams with practical tasks, enabling them to effectively focus on what God has called them to do. These are God's ministries, and it is exciting to see how He is developing and unfolding them in our church family, community and beyond." Robyn has been our church secretary since December, 1983. She grew up in the church and has served in children's ministry since her teenage years. Robyn and her husband, Larry, have one married daughter, Kira, and one daughter in college, Candace. Mon, 24 Nov 2008 11:49:54 MST http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=9 http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=9&article_id=72 Senior Pastor "I am passionate about how the gospel changes people forever. When people really start to understand God's love for them expressed through Jesus Christ they start to think and act in totally new ways! I am amazed and grateful that I get a front-row seat in what God's doing in so many people's lives." David has been our Senior Pastor since 2001. Before that he served as Pastor of Adult Discipleship and Youth Pastor at New Life Presbyterian Church in Glenside, PA. David has a Master of Divinity degree from Westminster Theological Seminary and has done post graduate work at Princeton Theological Seminary. David and his wife, Cindy, have twin teenage sons, Caleb and Daniel, and a son in elementary school, Andrew. Mon, 10 Nov 2008 12:46:42 MST http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=77 http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=77&article_id=35 Do you wish to become involved by serving at or through Manor Presbyterian Church, but you don't know where to begin? There are two things you can do: 1) Examine yourself. Prayerfully consider how God has designed you, what gifts he has given you, how he has prepared you for service through your experiences and abilities, and where God is calling you to serve. Need help? Take a Spiritual Gifts Assessment, followed by a consultation with a trained member of our Ministry Resource Team, to receive insight about how you can best serve. 2) Begin serving. Choose a place to serve to begin determining where you will find joy and make a real difference in the lives of those you are serving. Need help? Again, Ministry Resource Team members (listed below) are available to talk with you and help you determine where to start. Brenda Stoltzfus brenstol@comcast.net 610-593-2193 Yvette Johnson yjohnson@wlgore.com 610-274-0274 Bill or Linda Swift wcswift@epix.net 610-593-5270 Wed, 22 Oct 2008 11:49:46 MST http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=26 http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=26&article_id=24 The morning worship service sermons have been recorded for the last several years at Manor PCA. All sermons are recorded to a digital MP3 audio file so they are available faster and on demand to anyone who can access the internet. Below you will see the Manor Player. This is a quick and easy way to find and listen to past sermons. If you just want to listen, then click the speaker icon to the right of the sermon title. If you would like more options such as downloading the sermon first, click the sermon title and you will be taken to the Details tab of the player. Also, from any tab you have the ability to search for sermons. The search box is at the bottom of the player. If you know the part of the sermon title, just type it in and press the arrow. Or if you want to find all sermons on grace, type grace and press the arrow. To clear your search, click the looping arrow. If you want to know what a button does, just hover over the icon with your mouse and a brief description will be displayed. 2006 and 2007 sermons are not yet uploaded to this player but you can still find them on our website. Soon they will be included in the Manor Player where you can search all previous years. Thu, 16 Oct 2008 08:46:06 MST http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=26 http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=26&article_id=91 Wed, 1 Oct 2008 17:13:47 MST http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=80 http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=80&article_id=39 Jesus taught us by example how important it is to serve one another. In addition to our in country and out of country mission trips, IMPACT also encourages serving our local community by coordinating monthly service projects. These opportunities to serve may be anything from painting, cleaning to light construction for our friends, neighbors or local community. Serving is a tangible way to show God's love to the Community. Sun, 28 Sep 2008 21:18:05 MST http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=60 http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=60&article_id=9 IMPACT starts officially at 7:00pm but everyone is welcome to arrive at 6:30pm for informal hanging out / catching up. Sunday night involves lots of fun, socializing, games, music, and a challenging message. This is a great way to build relationships with other teens and with God. We'd love to get to know YOU better. Meet us at the "tube" (the trailer behind the church) In addition to the weekly youth group, we also have at least a monthly events and service opportunities. Thu, 11 Sep 2008 19:12:00 MST http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=26 http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=26&article_id=120 I have never been part of a mission team where I was not personally challenged, encouraged and in some way found that it was life-changing. This year was no different. This summer we were challenged to work alongside of a congregation to help them cast a vision for a greater outreach into their community as well as to help them see just how engaging and fun an outreach children's ministry can be; which captures both the hearts of the children as well as provides a means of connecting with the parents of un-churched children. With this being my last official mission trip with Manor what was so life-changing for me was to see three different ages of people from Manor working alongside of each other for a common goal. This brought home to me that all age groups from our congregation value and support youth missions trips. What a joy it was to work alongside of: A. Lynn Brown - someone very close to my age - Lynn loves sharing the Good News of Jesus with children in the form of story telling - and her enthusiasm is contagious. She gave her week to spend every morning driving up to Lititz and sharing an amazing story that captured the hearts of all who came to her story telling time. Lynn is someone who loves Jesus and who loves children; and it is affirming to know she is creating a legacy of excellence in story telling both at Manor and elsewhere. B. Paul Carlson, Lauren Cocciolone and Allyson Cole- all young adults who have been on a number of mission trips with myself and others. It is obvious that Paul, Lauren and Allyson each both understand and embrace the concept of serving God through serving others. It was particularly encouraging for me to see each of them in action, serving in various ways; knowing that they will be part of the legacy of both affirming the importance of mission trips and actually being a part of a trip which focuses on the needs of others and how I can be more devoted to Christ. I love each of you guys. C. Daniel Brown, Nicole Esbenshade, Jessica Davey and Shawna Fiscus - for each of you guys, it was your first mission experience with Manor. Working alongside of each of you, I am convinced that you guys not only know how to have fun; but that you also are already grasping the concept that you were created for something very big, something very amazing; and that is to live a life that is a reflection on the One Who first loved us so extravagantly. Thanks for the privilege of being able to share the week with you. Mon, 8 Sep 2008 23:22:01 MST http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=26 http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=26&article_id=121 On the Lititz mission trip I really saw God working in and through our team. First, we all were able to really bond together and have lots of fun. It was really a great bonding time for all of us. Secondly I saw how our actions spoke in volumes. We were all able to make really good relationships with the kids there. A few of them hadn't even heard of God. We were able to show them God's love through the way that we cared for them. We also were able to make awesome relationships with the people from Living Hope Presbyterian Church. Mrs. Brown did an excellent job telling the story in a way that the kids could really understand and apply into their lives. After the Kids Fest program that we were doing there we would do service projects. Mostly it was a lot of weeding. However, we all did it with a willing heart and a servant attitude. The people that we did the weeding for were so grateful and amazed that we would do this for them. It was a big help and we sure were able to see the end results. This was my first mission trip and it was awesome. I'm so glad that I went on this mission trip. I can't wait until next year. Mon, 8 Sep 2008 23:22:01 MST http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=26 http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=26&article_id=56 Mississippi - Lagniappe Work Camp - We returned to Mississippi for Manor's 6th trip to the Bay area to help build or repair homes that were devastated by Katrina 2 years ago. We keep going because there are still thousands of people living in FEMA trailers. We need to help our neighbors in Mississippi. Our group pf 25 increased to 27 when we arrived as we adopted two wonderful ladies into our group who had decided to take a familiy vacation to serve at Lagniappe. It was great to get to know them. Our group was assigned 3 houses:House 1 was roof framing led by Timmy, this job was very physical and very hot.House 2 was flooring, painting and plumbing and was led by Larry. Detail work and team work allowed a laminate floor and tile floor to be completed.House 3 was led by Steve, and was finish work such as hanging doors, window sills and aprons, closet shelves, painting, and trim work.But most of all God was at work building and transforming lives. What a joyful experience to serve Him by serving others. KidsFest Lititz - Our team of 8 had the opportunity to help launch a Kids Fest with Living Hope Presbyterian. Each age group started with only about four children, but by the end of the week each group had an amazing number of about 8 kids per group. It really was great to see God's hand in bringing the kids each day. Each of us really had a chance to bond with the children and interact with the Living Hope youth so that way next summer they can have an even more successful Kids Fest. It really was a joy to be a part of building God's kingdom, one heart at a time. Below are testimonies from our short term missionaries who served at Lititz and Lagniappe. We hope you are encouraged as you read how we noticed God changing lives. Mon, 8 Sep 2008 23:22:01 MST http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=26 http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=26&article_id=115 God reinforced His control and provision for us as we trusted south to Lagniappe church. He reminded me to relax and trust Him as we had two mechanical incidents with the car. His gracious provision was seen in many ways including His providing the money needed for an unexpected meal for the group and in a less than estimated cost for us to drive down and back. His amazing sovereignty was seen in how He brought a mother and daughter, a waitress, and those we were working to help, into our lives and showed His love and light through us. It was great to see how the youth have grown in Christ. Mon, 8 Sep 2008 23:22:01 MST http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=26 http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=26&article_id=118 This summer I went on a mission trip to Lagniappe (a church in Mississippi). There, our team of about 27 people worked at three different houses near the church. The whole trip was a learning experience in building houses and my relationship with God. Every minute was fun and I really liked working to build houses for God. During the mission trip I worked at two of the sights that our team worked at (The finishing sight and the framing sight). At the finishing sight I met the owner Roger who was really nice. I did a lot of painting there and also cutting pieces of baseboard and quarter round boards to go on the edge of the walls. As I was working though, I thought about how much Roger and his wife lost and then to see them both still loving the Lord made me realize that I wasn't thanking the lord enough for all the things that he's given me. After working there for two days, I left and went to the framing sight. There, everyone nailed sheets of OSB and also blocking for the roof. I liked working at this sight because I got to do hard work and use my awesome hammering skills to build a house for these wonderful people. Overall, this was an awesome mission trip and I really enjoyed the fellowship with the other people on my team. I learned a lot from it and I hope that I will be able to go on more mission trips in the future. Mon, 8 Sep 2008 23:22:01 MST http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=26 http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=26&article_id=119 I would have to say that this year's missions trip has been my favorite so far. Everything seemed to flow perfectly, we got a pretty tremendous amount of work done, and everyone seemed so happy to be there and doing the Lord's work. Our team worked outstandingly, and you could tell that the Lord was right with us the whole trip. I have never heard the equivalent of the amount of complements we received on this missions trip. Not only from the Lagniappe staff, but the locals kept giving us encouraging reminders of how appreciative they were to have us there. I had an amazing time, and I hope that every mission trip is this effective. Mon, 8 Sep 2008 23:22:01 MST http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=26 http://www.manorpresbyterian.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=26&article_id=94 Before talking about the trip itself, I think it needs to be known that I wasn't allowed to go on this trip. My family had decided that they did not want me to go down without another family member down there. God works in amazing ways and without anything but prayer it was decided that I could go...there was not going to be another family member down there. This just shows God's hand on this trip before it even started. I think at one point or another everyone on our team and tried to plan out aspects of our trip. God didn't like that very much and to show who had the power he popped our car tire. We had to sit back and say,” Okay God we get it, your in control." I was put on a team doing finishing work, painting and putting in tri-fold doors, a lot of small stuff. I was doing this for the first two and a half days, with usually only one other teen. When I was moved I was doing small jobs of getting things for people and things like that. I think that God definitely taught me flexibility, in that someone had to do those jobs and in this case that person was me and I was okay with that, he helped me be very calm and patient at whatever needed to be done. He also taught me the important of small jobs, everyone wants to go down and come back saying well I built a house, but if no one did the small things it wouldn't get finished. There is no way I could have done any of what I did over this trip without God. I am in no way trying to take credit for any of his work, I think He worked through everyone this week and I believe that all of us have come back different then what we were before we went down. The local people are so grateful for what we are doing down there. I heard so much thanks and appreciation; we were blessed working for a GREAT God, with great friends, helping great people. Although a lot of Americans have forgotten the devastation that Katrina caused. But the people affected by it can't forget it and when we come down and show them that we still care, still remember you get such a smile on their faces you can't help but love what you are doing, you have never worked so hard in some cases, yet you feel better then you ever have. And why is that? Because when were doing there working for a God we love, with the people we love, serving with love, and receiving it from the people you can't help but be the best. Its all centered around love, it really is, there is nothing-stronger then God's love and I think that’s probably the biggest things I learned being down in Mississippi. Mon, 8 Sep 2008 23:22:01 MST