With all 11 team members and their respective MSG (Missionary Support Group) members in attendance, the first-ever Coed team met at LAX.
Pastor Kyle prayed over, and then encouraged each of the team members, reminding them that this is not necessarily about putting up walls with hammers and nails, but a time to bless others with their efforts. Each person was encouraged to stay focused on trying to “listen” to God throughout the trip not only for opportunities to share the love of God, but also to experience it for themselves as they serve.
Men from previous and the upcoming Katrina trip were present to bless, encourage. Chris, who will be returning to Biloxi in a few weeks with the men’s group, said he was not there in an official capacity, but remembers how encouraged he was when he was sent out for his own trip. It was important to him that this team knew how much we supported their efforts.
Returning team members are Team Leader Mo (All previous trips), Steve (all previous trips), Mathias and Frank (both returning since the first Men’s trip)
Helen, Hilda, Joy and Co-Team Leader Carol will be going for the first time. Daryl, Yosh and Pastor Ron will be going to Biloxi for the first time as well.