Augusta Christian School
Serving In Florida
February 28, 2016
Staff: Carissa Hildebrandt, Jess Janicki, Robin Parkes, Deanna Ver Schneider
We Are Here
by Carissa Hildebrandt | February 28, 2016 8:44 PM
The team is safe and sound in Hollywood, FL! They're exploring their home for the next week and getting some sleep before they jump in to serving the community of Miami. Please pray that the team gets a good nights rest and wakes up energized and ready to serve God!
His House
by Jessica Janicki | February 29, 2016 1:35 PM
Today, part of the team went to His House. We prayed over the land, the houses, the workers and the children that live on the foster homes. We also are sorting donations and picking up trash.
Sorting donations
by Jessica Janicki | February 29, 2016 1:36 PM
Lori and Keith lead the charge for sorting the clothes!
Champman's Homeless Shelter
by Deanna Ver Schneider | February 29, 2016 5:26 PM
What an AWESOME day our group had at Chapman’s Homeless Shelter. We got to help prep some of the food and serve the homeless. We hung out and got to know the kitchen staff, and learn more about how this facility impacts Miami. With over 500 men, women and children served daily, this homeless shelter impacts a large portion of Miami’s homeless population.
Painting, Playing, and More
by Carissa Hildebrandt | February 29, 2016 5:28 PM
Today part of the team headed off to Miami Children's Initiative. We got to hear from Cecilia about the heart of MCI and the difference they are making in the community. We picked up trash, painted a basketball court, organized the community kitchen, and ended our day by helping in the after school program! It was a busy day but so full of love from the community of Liberty City.
Smile!
by Carissa Hildebrandt | February 29, 2016 8:46 PM
It was so much fun hanging out with the kids this afternoon and being able to put smiles on their faces.
Homework Help
by Carissa Hildebrandt | February 29, 2016 8:49 PM
Those who worked with the older kids got to help them with homework. For some of the kids this was their only opportunity to get help with homework, since their parents might not be able to help them at home.
Trust Without Borders
by Carissa Hildebrandt | February 29, 2016 8:51 PM
We ended our day with worship on the beach and a short devotional from Paige, one of the PPM staff. We sang Oceans, which went along perfectly with Paige's challenge for us tonight to step out of our comfort zones.
Hands and Feet
by Jessica Janicki | March 1, 2016 9:12 AM
Team Blues Clues getting ready to serve the homeless.
MCI/HIS HOUSE
by Paige Gaither | March 2, 2016 9:35 AM
Our team started out the day going back to Miami Children's Initiative to finish up painting the basketball courts and cleaning around the facilities. After lunch we ventured over to His House Children's Home to clean part of the facility and spent time playing with the younger children. We all had an incredible time pouring out love to the communities of Miami!
MCI
by Jessica Janicki | March 2, 2016 10:21 AM
Today, we are at MCI working on cleaning houses, painting, garbage pick up and generally loving on the community.
Chapman Entertainment 
by Robin Keller | March 2, 2016 10:28 AM
Part of our grup had the opportunity to sing to those at Chapman as they waited in line for their lunch. We have such a talented group!
Painting! 
by Jessica Janicki | March 2, 2016 10:37 AM
Team Blues Clues is working hard painting all the benches and picnic tables.
MCI- Cleaning bash!
by Deanna Ver Schneider | March 2, 2016 12:25 PM
Yesterday we had the opportunity to partner with Miami Children's Initiative by cleaning homes in the projects where children with Asthma live. This ministry works to help the people in the projects get back on their feet. When we help clean, we are helping kids with asthma be able to breathe better in their own homes. When we clean, we are being the hands and feet of Jesus. After cleaning, we got to play with kids at the school l. It was so much fun! We enjoyed playing games and running around. It was so cool to see so much diversity in our own country!
A new day, a renewed focus
by Deanna Ver Schneider | March 2, 2016 2:12 PM
Today, we went back to MCI to start our day off. We do divided and conquered two different rooms that were in desperate need of cleaning. Please pray for Liberty City and the residents who are stuck in a vicious cycle of poverty. Pray that MCI is able to help break the cycle and empower these people to succeed in school and in family life. Once we left MCI we headed over to His House, a foster facility. We helped clean some of the entry ways into the homes and then got to play with the kids! We had SUCH a blast. God is good and is pushing us to do more. We are ready! Bring it on!
Cleaning at MCI
by Jessica Janicki | March 2, 2016 2:55 PM
Today, team blues clues cleaned two houses in the community. We are cleaning these houses to help fight asthma, and teach the families how to clean.
Serving at Chapman
by Robin Keller | March 2, 2016 10:22 PM
D.A.D.'s team (you can ask them about the name when they get back) loved serving at Chapman today and getting to play with the kids this afternoon! They did a great job of stepping out of their comfort zones today and talking and sharing with the people they served.
Return to MCI
by Jessica Janicki | March 3, 2016 11:28 AM
Today, part of the team went back to MCI to keep working. We were so glad that we went back to finish up some projects.
Love is simple 
by Jessica Janicki | March 3, 2016 11:45 AM
Tucker fixing a bike. Love can be as simple as fixing a bike. Showing Jesus can be as simple as teaching a little boy to ride a bike without training wheels.
They will know we are Christians by our love.
Beach day!
by Jessica Janicki | March 3, 2016 6:06 PM
Today was our final day. We got to spend a fun day relaxing and playing at the beach! We loved it!
Wrapping Up Our Week
by Carissa Hildebrandt | March 4, 2016 6:47 AM
Last night we took time to walk through our week one last time. We closed our eyes and relived the ministry we had done and remembered the people we had met. We then went around the circle sharing affirmations and hearing about how other people saw us during ministry this week and this year. The night was closed down by one last worship set from Hannah, Michael, and Josh. A call to action to take what we have learned, seen, and done here. The mission to follow Christ and step out of the boat for him is never done.
Augusta We're Comin' For You
by Carissa Hildebrandt | March 4, 2016 6:48 AM
The team is headed home to Augusta!! Please pray for self travels as the team makes their long trek home.
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Jason
March 1, 2016 10:30 AM
Thanks for your love and service! Praying for your trip and the people you encounter!