Christ Presbyterian Church Travels To The Dominican Republic
ByChrist Presbyterian Church in Tallahassee, Florida led a mission group to The Domincan Republic in June of 2009 to help build a church. Here’s a link to their blog of the trip. Here’s what they had to say after the trip was over:
We’re home now, and I can’t stop thinking about this scripture passage from John:
And Jesus said, Simon son of John, do you truly love me? He answered, “Yes Lord, you know that I love you.” And Jesus said, “Take care of my sheep.”
Here are a few closing thoughts about the trip which come quickly to my mind:
- A good night’s sleep, and a hot shower have a new meaning for all of us I’m sure.
- Pastor Pedro - A man called by God to serve all his children - I’m so thankful he has entered our lives.
- We have a new family that we just discovered - what a joy!
- Everyday is a gift from God.
- A smile is so contagious.
- You can’t hide God’s peace, even in the face of extreme poverty.
- I appreciate material things, but they will never, ever control me.
- I have a responsibility to tell the story of what we’ve just seen.
- I’ll never use the expression “those people” again - they are my brothers and sisters in Christ.
- Christians must always speak out about the injustice in the world and work for change.
- Pray for Missionaries EVERYDAY!
- Everyone should participate in a Mission project yearly - regardless of the size, scope, location or duration.
- Our faith must rise above politics. I am thankful to be an American.
- We are the mouth, hands and feet of Jesus Christ.
- It is up to you and I to make a difference in the world.
- Never stop caring, never stop believing that you can make a difference.
- Realize that God has a plan for you, and through prayer that will be revealed to all of us.
- Follow Jesus - wherever he might lead you.




