A couple weeks ago I posted some statistics about sex trafficking in the United States. Now it's time to get a little more personal about Western New York. It's easy to believe that people, especially teenagers and children, are trafficked and forced into prostitution in far away places like India or China. It's much more… Continue reading Sex Trade 101 – WNY Statistics {The Exodus Road}
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Clubs Raised and Ready to Fight
A few times throughout this last week, I've seen stories in Scripture that seem to have a common thread of fighting with God in some way. The first was a podcast I listened to that had a very unique take on the Garden of Gethsemene scene as people came seeking Jesus to kill him. The… Continue reading Clubs Raised and Ready to Fight
“Oh, My God, Hear My Prayer!” {Basecamp O.M.G. Series}
This week we wrap up our 3 week BaseCamp study on worship and prayer called O.M.G. The first week focused on calling on God's powerful name in times of need and last week was worship God in awe and wonder for who He is and His great love for us. A third way in which… Continue reading “Oh, My God, Hear My Prayer!” {Basecamp O.M.G. Series}
Sacred Heart {School of the Week}
This week we continue our randomly selected "school of the week" featuring: BUFFALO ACADEMY OF THE SACRED HEART Fast Facts: About 475 Students Founded in 1877 Mascot: Sharks Colors: Maroon and White Prayers: Pray for all the students of Sacred Heart, but especially our First Trinity students: Gabi and Rachel. Ask God to walk with… Continue reading Sacred Heart {School of the Week}
College Prayer Guide 10: {Peace}
“The LORD gives strength to his people; the LORD blesses his people with peace.” (Psalm 29:11 NIV) “Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.” (John 14:27 NIV) Peace. As the… Continue reading College Prayer Guide 10: {Peace}
27 Million Stones {The Exodus Road}
This video shows why I blog for rescue... Pray for the Sarahs... the Johns... the Annas... Pray for the Matts... and the other investigators and rescuers... Pray that those who are working each day in what seems like a never ending fight. Pray that they would never give up. Ask God to give them strength… Continue reading 27 Million Stones {The Exodus Road}
Today, I Made the Rocks Keep Quiet
As I finished preparations yesterday for BaseCamp this weekend, I was reminded of a passage near the end of Luke. We're talking about worship and praising God for the amazing God that He is. The story in Luke takes place on what we commonly know as "Palm Sunday". Jesus is entering Jerusalem and the crowds… Continue reading Today, I Made the Rocks Keep Quiet
“Oh, My God, You Are Awesome!” {Basecamp-O.M.G. Series}
We are continuing our BaseCamp series this Sunday called O.M.G., a study on learning to call on the powerful Name of our Creator, Savior, and Sustainer in worship and prayer. Last week we talked about using the phrase "OH MY GOD!" when praying in times of desperation and need. This week we get to see… Continue reading “Oh, My God, You Are Awesome!” {Basecamp-O.M.G. Series}
Amherst Central! {School of the Week}
This week I'm kicking off a "school of the week" program connected with our High school ministry. Each week I'll highlight one high school and our students that go to that school! I'll spend the week praying specifically for that school, it's students, teachers, and administrators, as well as the families of our students that… Continue reading Amherst Central! {School of the Week}
College Prayer Guide 9: {Heavenly Priorities}
“If then you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. Set your minds on things that are above, not on things that are on earth.” (Colossians 3:1-2 ESV) “Whether, then, you eat or drink or whatever you do, do all to the… Continue reading College Prayer Guide 9: {Heavenly Priorities}
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