Christ Presbyterian Church Travels To The Dominican Republic

Christ 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.