It's Their Mission

Sunday, June 22, 2008

Twelve years ago I was one of 44 youth who embarked on an adventure that would change all of our lives. A bunch of us, 6th graders through college, jumped in 15 passenger vans and started the journey from Cleveland to northern Wisconsin.

Our destination was Bad River Indian Reservation and our plan was to help those less fortunate than us; physically, emotionally and spiritually.

The trip became an annual tradition. We grew from a single group of 44 into 2 separate trips of 100+ people. Over the years we have served people in Wisconsin, Pennsylvania, New York, North Carolina, West Virginia, Michigan, Massachusetts, Illinois and Kentucky.

The founding youth have grown up and become adult leaders encouraging current youth to join. I hope this cycle continues for many years to come.

Early this morning 62 youth and adults set off again. This time to Baltimore, MD. Nobody knows for sure what they will be doing, but if history has taught us anything, they will surely be scraping, painting, sweeping, hammering, sawing and most importantly: talking.

Missionaries: Our hearts, our thoughts and our prayers are with you for a safe and productive trip. Take lots of pictures and be sure to share stories with us when you return.

Josh Walsh