2026 CLC Mission Helper Trip to East Africa

 Sorry, for some reason these weren’t posting in Lauren’s blog. 

I really appreciated the thoughts and prayers for the sermon work this past week so I thought I would share the outcome of that work.  A few things to note.  I did short phrases with numbers to make it easier for Eubank to translate.  It is harder to have longer phrases with multiple thoughts when translating.  This also allowed for an easier way to keep track of where we were.   We were not able to get to the prayers at the end but those were taken from Pastor Sam Naumann's prayer list at the convention service and were modified a bit for simplicity and flow.  As I conduct this again this coming weekend, I would appreciate any insights or feedback again.   Sermon Theme: Sent in Weakness Scripture Testament Reading: Judges 7:2-7 Epistle Reading: 2 Corinthians 12:7-10 Gospel Reading: Mark 16:9-20 Sermon Text: Mark 16:15   Outline Introduction: The Mission Is Bigger Than Us Section 1: Jesus Sends Weak People ...

This morning I am writing from Bruce and Paula’s home in Tengeru before we head out for another full day of ministry. Looking back over the past twenty four hours, I am thankful for the way the Lord has woven together worship, fellowship, service, and simple moments of encouragement. Sunday morning began with worship at the Ambureni congregation, where the seminary is located. It was a privilege to preach on the theme Sent in Weakness , reflecting on how Christ sent His disciples after their failures, not after they had become strong. I was thankful for the opportunity and for the way the message was received. I will also have the opportunity to preach it again next Sunday, which gives me time to continue refining it. Peter did a great job conducting the service, and I was especially grateful for Eubank’s faithful translation. Good translation is a tremendous gift. It allows God’s Word to move clearly across languages and helps all of us stay together in the message. After worship, ...