Updates From:
Interns
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My experience serving as an Intern at SLAM taught me so much. I participated in SLAM as a student for many years and not once has the Lord not moved during those weeks. A theme that arose from student’s testimonies the last day was…
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I learned that when younger students are informed and softened by the word of God, they can make an impact that goes deeper than just putting on a camp for some kids. They can give the kids a connection that is uncommon in their…
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I love making people laugh, but I noticed I wasn’t feeling too hot when people were laughing at other peeps jokes and not my own. I like making people in the room comfortable through humor, but I’ve learned that when I’m tested, I can…
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So, we’re SLAMMIN’ it up at the GOD Intl campus, and the whole dealio is going pretty well. Last night, there was a moment for the students to give short testimonies. I think this quote sums up what I learned from this moment pretty…
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The students involved in SLAM came from all walks of life with some in public school, some home schooled, and some in private Christian schools. Ministry with this age group requires a general understanding of their cultural, societal, and faith upbringing. Some of the…
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It’s day #6, SLAM just ended! There were so many great things that happened in, me, the SLAM kids, the interns, and more. It was a great way for the intro to internship, and after SLAM finished I just got excited for the rest…
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This past week I have been working at SLAM, alongside churches who brought their youth to come and participate in the mission trip. I enjoyed being involved in their SLAM week as I was In their shoes last year. With that, I had an…
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In between grades 5-10, my favorite time of the year was going to youth camp in the summer and getting to do all of the outdoor activities involved with that. I really enjoyed the spiritual aspect, but as a young young person it never…
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Leading young kids can be a challenge. This week I’ve been able to co-led a devotional group with high school boys and younger kids (middle school) when they cleaned apartments for the elderly, which was fun to see them serving. I found the most…
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This week I’ve learned that young people are very capable of doing their part of Gods work, but they need good examples in their life and encouragement through God’s word to get to that place. This was an incredible week. I am a SLAM…
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