Huge Win! Medications for the trip

We made a connection that yielded a large windfall of medication samples for our trip and for future Seacoast Mission trips!  Praise the Lord!  We were able to get a huge number of inhalers, diabetes medications, nutrition shakes, and many others.  No pictures, but just know we took out about 10 large boxes worth of drugs for free!

Bake Sale Fundraiser

Seacoast James Island helped host a bake sale on March 10,2013.  The church donated a ton of baked goods and everything was so yummy.  We had cupcakes, cookies, brownies, cakes, bread, quiche, lemon squares, and beautiful rice krispie treats with peeps on top (we didn't get a good picture though).  It was such a blessing to have so many support God's work and it was so exciting to see how even the smallest thing can get so many people working toward a common goal.  We love our church!

First Wednesday Fundraiser

We hosted a spaghetti dinner at Seacoast West Ashley campus before First Wednesday on March 6, 2013. We had salad, spaghetti with marinara or meat sauce, bread, and desserts and God blessed us by sending over 60 people to our event.  This was a great fundraising opportunity and it was a lot of fun.  We continue to work toward raising funds and appreciate your support and prayers!

Meeting #3

The meeting started with a recap of fundraising plans and ideas.  Only one or two things are set in stone, but there were lots of good ideas discussed.  Check the fundraising link for more information about opportunities to contribute via local fundraising events.

As for needs, we had a win in that it looks like we are going to get some coffee for the trip; however, there is still lots to be done and we could really use a physician, dentist, or other type of provider to join us on this trip.

After committee updates, Pastor Roy spoke with us about evangelism.  He led us down the Romans Road (Romans 3:23, 6:23, 5:8, 10:9, 10:13, 5:1, and 8:1).  He then shared the four questions one should answer when giving their testimony.  These include:
1. What was your life like before Jesus?
2. How did you realize you needed Jesus?
3. How did you commit your life to Jesus?
4. What differences has Jesus made in your life?
He explained that the questions should be answered in sequential order, with each answer being a little longer, so that the majority and focus of the testimony is on how Jesus has impacted your life.  He then shared his testimony, followed by a few members of our group sharing as well.  It was a great lesson!

We will try to post fundraising events on the main page as they are confirmed, but be sure to check that link and thank you for your prayers and contributions!

First Wednesday Fundraiser

Fundraising.  Food.  Socializing.  Worship.  That's how our team spent their Wednesday night!  We were blessed to have a large turnout for the missions dinner before the First Wednesday service at the Long Point Seacoast Campus!  Thank you for all who came out to help us with our fundraising efforts!  Our team is knitting together and getting excited to love on our many patients in just a few months.  Please continue to keep our team's preparation in your prayers as well as the patients we will be ministering to!

2013 Mission Trip Meeting #2

We had our second mission trip meeting last Sunday, which allowed us to start getting into our committees and make plans for the trip.  All of the committees met and started planning how they are going to accomplish tasks.  Shannon provided a great presentation on spiritual warfare and reviewed a lot of what happens in Badplaas.  Amanda discussed fundraising opportunities, which includes first Wednesday dinner at main campus this coming Wednesday.  If you want to help contribute, come out to dinner at 5:30 on Wednesday.  I will try to post fundraising opportunities as they become available.

We also spent time organizing things that are needed for the trip.  We are also looking for a couple providers (eg, physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners) to join us on the trip, so if you know anyone who might be interested, get them in contact with us.  Other more specific needs are listed on the "Supplies Needed" page, but some important items include the following:

1. Medications

2. Medical supplies

3. Toys and sporting goods

4. Glasses (old glasses)

If you know anyone who can help, let us know.

2012 Mission trip conclusion

This post concludes the 2012 medical mission trip to South Africa.  Keep an eye out for updates from our friends and 2013 team members!