A special thanks to our technical crew and musicians for which these concerts would not have happened without the use of their gifts, talents and abilities that they so willingly used for this mission trip. Their sacrifice of vacation time, monies, and time away from family have allowed God to use the concerts in such a mighty way.
Dave heading up the media world and Tim handling the sound board
(while Chad plays the guitar for the trip)
Donna, our keyboard extraordinaire!
Chad kickin it up with the electric and acoustic guitars,
along with some heavy djembe playing
Rick is multi-talented, coming on the trip not to use his incredible voice,
but his musicianship and skill with the bass guitar
-- DAY 8 --
Another busy day here in Glasgow. Our students saw God in so many ways today; not only did the rain stop every time that we were unloading and reloading, but the Holy Spirit was evident through the testimonies of Hannah Johnson and Anna Holland, who shared during tonight's concert. WOW -- what a concert of praise. The students were on FIRE for God and couldn't get enough of praising Him for Who He is and what He has done for them.
Pic during am concert -- lots of children!
Holy Roar ensemble praising the Lord
Even through the hoarseness, they gave Him their all.
"Let Everything that has breathe praise the Lord!"
We started out early, once again, and reached Bankhead Primary school at 8:30 am, ready to unload and begin a busy day of workshops in the morning, along with a concert, then lunch and more afternoon workshops.
The students were amazing -- getting very comfortable
speaking in front of people of all ages.
STOMP -- girls w/hands and feet
-- guys with poles and sticks
After our last workshop we headed back to the hotel for an hour to rest a bit and get changed for our evening concert. We had dinner at Knightswood Congregational. The ladies of the church were wonderful hostesses and ministered to our students with love!
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I can't believe that tomorrow is our last day here in Glasgow. In fact, our last day in Scotland! What a extraordinary trip we have had. God has truly used our young people in life-changing ways. They have so many stories to tell, so many memories to last for a life time.
A special thanks to all of you who have helped make this trip possible. So many of you have made an impact on the students who have participated in Mission Scotland09. Thank you for your financial and prayer support, encouragement, food preparation, driving time to and from our rehearsals, goodie bags for our bus trip and during our time in Scotland and so much more. You'll never know the impact that your contribution to these students have had on them as well as the folks they have ministered to here in Glasgow.
Tonight, after arriving back from our evening concert, we spent sometime in the hotel conference room sharing stories of what people have shared with our students. After 30 minutes of sharing, one of our students began sharing how this trip has impacted him. An hour later, we still had students sharing how they have been blessed by these all of the children and adults they have met as well as their own peers in this youth choir.
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I truly hope that this blog and our missionscotland09 website have been a blessing to each of you reading it each day. It was my hope from the beginning that you could be a part of our entire trip through the daily pictures and video. Only a few more days and we'll be signing off.
Tomorrow, our last day in Glasgow, is a BIG day. We'll be leaving the hotel at 8 am, loading all of our equipment in the High School (they call it Secondary School), up two flights of stairs -- all in 30 minutes. Once the equipment is in the building we will be heading off to Knightswood Baptist Church where we will be participating in the Lord's Supper with Pastor Gus. After our time together there, we will be going back to the High School to begin our workshops, set up equipment, have lunch, do our concert and then participate in more workshops--all before 3 pm. Please pray for our students as they share their faith with fellow students their ages. They are excited, and yet a bit anxious.
I have been told by one of the Pastor's that Friday evening's concert will be the largest attended during the week -- packing out the large auditorium at the High School. Pray for our students voices and their energy -- pray that God will use them mightily and that they will run the race with endurance to the end! I can't wait to tell you what happens!!!
Proclaiming the Good News,
Ken
Hello All:
Well, can you believe it's your last day? I know you can't, but make it your BEST! Thank you for serving the Lord in this way. I know it's been fun, and I also know that He is most pleased with the time you've spent on your Spring Break. My prayer is that the seeds you've planted have landed on fertile soil. You will probably never know what kind of an impact you've made for Christ on this trip, but God knows, and He is PROUD of his children - I just know He is! God Bless you all. We are looking forward to seeing you all Saturday night! Adults - thank you for taking the time and money you spent taking care of our children. Without you this trip could not have taken place!
Love,
Kellye Gautier
PS: Wheezy - come home!
We are so proud of all of you,your god given talents and faith that you have demonstrated thought the week.The way you have shared with others who might not or have not had the opportunity to truly believe in the lord.We know that you all have left a lasting impression on everyone you have had contact with this week.It has been hard for us parents who have only had this website each day to see our childs faces but we know that mission scotland 09 has been a success!Enjoy your last day and hurry home safely!
Laynette & Rusty Riley
the world is turning, even though we are worlds apart. cant wait till you get home! i love you carly tinney snyider
Gee, I can't quite explain the feelings I have to hear you all are about ready to come back to the States. It brings tears of joy and sadness. (I kind of feel selfish wanting Ali back, but I DO KNOW God understands me!! She's my last lil' one!)
The music on the video tonight was awesome-great job!! There are no words big enough or great enough for me to use to express my thanks and gratitude for this tremendous Mission trip that the FBC youth praise team got to partake in. I know from talking to ALi what an impact it has made on her life. I so pray tomorrow God will touch more lives then you are imagining in that secondary school. I know that it is a big day for each of you as these kids will be in your age group.
Colossians 3--vs. 14 and 15-But above all of these things put on love, which is the bond of perfection, And let the peace of God rule in your hearts, to which also you were called in one body; and be thankful. VS 23 says : "And whatever you do, do it heartily, as to the Lord and not to men." Go bless their socks off!!!! Have fun!!!We love you all. Enjoy your tomorrow! I am looking forward to hearing all!! Love you boo-koos Alicat!!
Sheila
"Love must be sincere. Hate what is evil; cling to what is good. Be devoted to one another in brotherly love. Honor one another above yourselves. Never be lacking in zeal, but keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord. Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer. Share with God's people who are in need. Practice hospitality." Romans 12:9-13
Young Men and Women: Your service is a blessing to so many people both in Scotland and the United States. I can "hear" how God is working in your lives as well as the lives of those you touch. The love you are showing for others and the honor for one another is so encouraging and a wonderful example for so many.
Continue the awesome work on behalf of our Lord and we happily await your return to Bentonville. We know there are lots of stories and adventures to share!
Love,
Carmen Adkins
Shout out again to my girls: Hannah J., Natalie, Carrie, and Lauren :)
hiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Oh how i miss all of you! but ive been checkin up on this website and it looks like you have been having an amazing time, and i can tell just from the pictures and videos how God has been blessing you! I know this had to be an amazing experience for you all, and i cant wait to hear allll about it when you get back home, and i get to hug each and every one of youuu!yayay! i hope the trip back goes smoothly! I love you alll!
-Melanie Owen
SHOUT OUT TO MAHHH GIRLLSS! AARYN AND CARLY CAKES!
Well, I thought it was time that a Scot left a comment on your blog! So, from Glasgow to Arkansas...Thank you! We have all had an amazing week and the opportunity to get to know some of your young people has been a blessing and encouragement to so many, keep walking with God each of you...there are greater things still to come in each of our cities as we reach out with the good news that Jesus is Lord of each place!
We look forward to hearing from you all in the months ahead...
Bless you all
Sandra Blair (Yoker Evangelical Church)