FourteenIreland 2012: Day 5

Day 5: The Costs of Camp

  
From April 2nd-5th, many Irish youth will receive professional golf instruction, enjoy wonderful competition, and experience engaging Bible teaching for about €100 ($150).  At that price, "Where can I sign up?" you may ask.

The truth of the matter is that without the generous and faithful partnership of many people, the Anders Forsbrand Ireland Junior Golf Camp wouldn't be a reality.  Today, Day 5, of our 14 day journey, would you join us in praying for camp fundraising?

Thankfully, several costs associated with this camp have been underwritten by local sponsors in Ireland who partner with the ministry of OM Ireland.  In addition, the members of the FCA Golf team are thankful for those who have partnered with us to help underwrite the travel and lodging costs each of us incurs during our week in Ireland.  This camp truly could not happen without the Body of Christ coming together in support.

As the FCA Ireland Team prepares to leave just 10 days from today, would you join us in thanking God for his provision and pray that all of our camp costs would be covered?  Thank you for praying with us!
  
You are loved,

    

FourteenIreland 2012: Day 4

Day 4: Ireland's Spiritual Climate

Today, Day 4, of our 14 day journey, I would like to share with you a bit about Ireland's spiritual climate. 

As you are probably already aware, there is freedom of religion in Ireland.  The Catholic Church has no official link with the country, though it has a strong, but waning, influence on all aspects of national life.  Click on the picture below for detailed information about the various religions and Christianity makeup of Ireland (taken from the book Operation World).

Ireland is a young country, with half of its population under 28 years old.  The youth's spiritual need is underlined by a dramatic rise in suicides, unwed mothers and marriage breakdowns over the past decade.  The unfoturnate reality is that there plenty of people living life with very little hope.

Thankfully, as Christians, we serve a God of hope.  And through the gift of His Son, Jesus, we have literally been given the Hope of the world.

During His time on earth, Christ said, "I came that they can have real and eternal life, more and better life than they ever dreamed of" (John 10:10).  Would you join us in praying that the youth of Ireland would get a glimpse into the life God has offered each and every one of us?

You are loved,