Mission Trip 2011 Reflections

          After we had returned from our trip we had some time to relax and reflect on our experience. Below are some of the reflections from the youth…

“The mission trip was an unexpectedly different experience that changed me mentally and spiritually. And I had an overall good week and two days.”

“An experience like no other. Seeing the world from the perspective of group of people I wouldn’t interact with otherwise was eye opening, view changing, and life altering.”

“The mission trip was impactful but not in the way I expected. Instead of learning about myself by doing huge and powerful things, I learned by seeing how I react to stressful situations.”

“The mission trip wasn’t what I expected it would be. Honestly, I’m proud of how much I had done for Jacqueline no matter how hot it was. But the variety of food we got wasn’t enough and it just wasn’t the experience I was expecting.”

“Overall the mission trip was a pretty good experience. I liked going down to Skid Row because that definitely changed my views on things. I also like helping people. But I feel it wasn’t as organized as it should have been, so I didn’t feel very productive. And the food situation wasn’t too great. But I’m glad I went!”

“It was a good experience and I felt like I was taking a step out of my comfort zone.”

“A refreshing experience that renewed my passion for community, love, and service.”

“My initial response is frustrating, unorganized, sloppy. When I stop and take a deep breathe, I look deeper into the trip. Letting go of the control is something I struggle with. I realized that regardless of what my issues were, I needed to give it over to God. My purpose of being a servant of Christ was being fulfilled. Being comfortable with self-sacrifice is part of living a Christian life. This trip helped me remember what is really important.”

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