Group 2 day 1

note: sorry for the delay on this post, but our internet connection in Mexico was down just as we were loading this. We are now on day 3 of our trip and have arrived at Laredo Stepping Stone mission.



Group 2 Day 1

Here we are - sixty four men assembled together from all points of the US, to spend a week working, worshiping, and serving our living Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. We’ve met up with the leadership group from week 1 at San Antonio airport and are making our way in eight vans, south to Reynoso Mexico for two nights there. We all share a common purpose to serve God in this mission for the people of Mexico and in doing so, to help fulfill God’s will at this time in our lives.



During this week we hope to be posting with pictures and words what is accomplished on this mission. Please check out the prayer and praise requests and cover us with prayer as The Holy Sprit leads you. We also welcome comments to this blog and especially those of encouragement to be passed on to the team.

This is Kevin LeDuc from Riverside, CA. This is my 4th power trip. So we have just finished day 6, our last "work" day, and it was a great day. One thing that really stood out for me today was seeing the final framing go up for Pastor Valesquez's Church in Reynosa. As me and a fellow power member were talking we looked over and saw Pastor Valesquez just looking at our project, and his prayer coming to fruition. This building was a long day for our team, but a life changing event for his life. We are able to have a small impact on orphanages, churches, and individuals in the time we are here, but the real ministry begins as we go home. That is when the people we have equipped can begin, or continue the ministry they have established here. It is a blessing to just be a part of the equation, and seeing Pastor Valesquez look at his new church as the sun was setting over it was a wonderful way to end our time in the city of Reynosa, Mexico.

Day 5

Hi my name is Loren Vander Schaaf and here is my perspective on the trip. I was told that we would be exhausted when the week was over - but that it would be a great week. The 1st evening was by far the most challenging. Meeting all the guys (I am the new guy from Iowa). Everything late and a long ride. I thought what was i getting myself into. Thur morning 180 degree turn around getting to know great guys going to projects and meeting local people. Yes sleep is a bit on the limited side, van rides are a bit long (allows for great fellowship). But the ministry and projects are great so is the authentic food. I am thoroughly enjoying the trip and I know that many prayer are being lifted up for strength and endurance.

day 4

hi my name is Andrew Holybee,

This is my 4th year here at power. The thing that stand most out in my mind is the awesome power of everyone surrendering to GOD and letting HIM work through us. No matter what the obstacles we seem to over come it and it seems like that was GOD's plan the whole time. For me the underlying theme is surrender and i am not happy with my where my spiritual walk is at i want more, i want to be more involved in my community make more of a difference in the lives of those around me. i will return with renewed strength and the memory that great things can be accomplished when we surrender our will to GOD.

Day 3

Hi,

This Ron Kiefer, from Rome, Georgia.

Well this is day three, and we are in Laredo. What a great experience so far. What I thought would be mostly construction, is much more. We have had great interaction with pastors and members of their community. It is a great spiritual experience. It is fantastic to be a part of a team with great Christian men. All for the glory of God.

Day 2

Hey I'm Craig Gilbert, pastor of East Hills Community Church. I'm a "Rookie", which means this is my first time on a Power trip. But, this is not my first time on a missions trip, in fact I have been around the world more than once serving God and His church.....the problem is it has been a few years. Being in full time ministry you can get too comfortable with the people you serve and can easily forget that the Great Commandment has no boundaries...Today, as we walked around a cardboard city praying for and ministering to people, I fell in love with the world again and it felt absolutely wonderful!!!!This trip isn't about nails and two by fours it's about loving people. people...all people.

Day 1

Well Day 1, as well as my first time to POWER. Started early, With a Great Group of Guys. Today was going well till we got into San Antonio, Southwest didn't put our bags on our Plane, So they came later lots of flying and driving. Great Worship, making new friends, all for the work of God.
God Bless, Keep us in Pray Josh Read