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Check out last year's Kingswinford concert by The Pearl of Africa Children's Choir - can you see the back of your head?

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the latest edition of lou's news is available from the mission page.

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if you don't want to be disappointed when meeting your heroes, make sure you choose the right heroes! Mark Russell (chief executive of Church Army, the evangelist bit of the Church of England) talks about meeting his:

This picture proves that this week, I met the man I have looked up to most in the Christian world all my life. When I was a kid I watched this man address huge crowds in South Africa appealing for calm, and urging them to work peacefully to dream of a new South Africa, a rainbow people of God. What inspired me as a child, and still does, was Desmond Tutu couldn't just preach theology from his pulpit when injustice was going on in the streets. His faith drove him to change the world around him. He became a force for good, for justice, and for God.

Read the rest on Mark's blog.

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We would love you to join us for food, friendship and fun, with a quiz thrown in for good measure.

We are continuing to raise funds for the Molly and Paul Child Care Foundation in Uganda - many of you will have met their Pearl of Africa Children's Choir when they came last year.

Open to all, young or old. Come as a full team of 6 or as a smaller group and we'll match you up with others.

Friday 6th June 2008, 8.00pm
Kinver Methodist Church Hall, Potters Cross, Kinver
Fish & chips provided, bring your own soft drinks.
Tickets 5GBP per person.

The Molly and Paul Child Care Foundation is Non-Profit Christian NGO which was established 25 years ago in Uganda to help identify, locate, bring in and seek help for orphaned and destiutute children/youths who are the victims of wars, HIV/AIDs, poverty and natural calamities in Uganda and Eastern Africa.

To book your places and food (fish and chips/sausage and chips) please contact Ben on ben@ad33.org.uk or 07752 717263 (by Wednesday 4th June if possible).

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It was as I sat there, in this rather bewildered state of 'jet-lag' that I felt that God spoke to me. Not as an audible voice, admittedly, but through a jolt of Holy Presence. The words came very clearly, almost as if they were sprayed onto the wall of my consciousness graffiti-style. "Why not organise an event that I'd like to come to?" he said. It shook me to the core.

Taken from Rob Frost's vision for the Pentecost festival in London from the 9th to the 11th of May 2008.

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prayer news from our india correspondent, lou bamber:

Praise
Board Meetings were constructive
Easter Chapel went well, even with me singing!
Continued good health
Provision of Sunday School teachers

Prayer
Staff needs - especially Head of Elementary and Science Teachers
Stamina for my continuing varied roles.
Wisdom and Grace for me relating to others during Woodstock Transition!
Planning for Interserve weekend in June to be smooth.

This is really just a little general note for churches to put in the notices.

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After the footprints petition, the final step of the Thr3e Small Steps campaign is demanding that the UK Government appoint an independent national Child Trafficking Watchdog (called a 'Rapporteur') to help keep track of the issue. A lot of trafficking takes place 'underground' so if we're going to stop child trafficking the Government needs to appoint a full time expert to raise issues, keep it in the forefront and have it exposed for the crime it is, not hidden away.

To tell the Government how important it is to appoint the Rapporteur, go to the campaign page and see what you can do. It's so easy to do - and so important.

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on sunday 28th february, alive and kicking are throwing a party for the pearl of africa children's choir. they'll be giving us a concert at 6pm at kingswinford methodist church (leave at 5.30pm from the hut) and we'll be entertaining them with food and games straight afterwards (until around 8.30pm, returning to the hut around 9pm).

bring some food to share and plenty of enthusiasm and we'll see you there!

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the stop the traffik website has a huge amount of information on modern-day slavery and what you can do about it. sign the petition, switch to fair trade chocolate, tell your friends, pray, write letters and do your bit towards eradicating slavery.

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the latest update from lou bamber is now available on the mission page.

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Do you enjoy a physical challenge?
Are you keen to see how Latin Link is making a difference in people's lives and to play a part yourself?
Do you want to raise money to help those in need in Latin America?
...Then Latin Venture Bolivia is for you!

Latin Venture Bolivia will be a once in a lifetime opportunity to witness the stark and unforgettable beauty of this country. The trip will take in the scenery and people that make up the diverse culture that includes 40 different ethnic groups and 36 languages. Trek through the Cordillera Real high in the Andes, cross Lake Titicaca to the sacred Inca temples on the Island of the Sun and cycle the 'world's most dangerous road' into the tropical heat of the Yungas jungle. You will also have the opportunity to meet Latin Link Bolivia team members and see their work. From the 'eternal spring' of the Cochabamba valley to the mining town of Oruro and spectacular city of La Paz which clings to the side of a crater high on the altiplano plain you will get a good taste of what life and mission is like in Bolivia.

The trip will be led by Adam Pope, who spent three years as Latin Link's Short Term Mission Coordinator in Bolivia. Adam’s experience of the Bolivian culture, language and people make him the ideal person to lead the Venture. Adam writes: 'if you are looking for a holiday with a difference, this trip is ideal. A chance to discover the hidden beauty of this awe-inspiring country, to meet Bolivian Christians and Latin Link members and experience a practical taste of mission on the ground. I can't wait to share this adventure with you.'

more information can be found in this flier.

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latest news from our friend lou bamber.

Dear All xxx

So March has arrived and I'm only 4 months away from returning to you and 3 1/2 months away from lots of goodbyes. This semester is going well for me in many ways and though conscious of much change, I've been blessed with a splendid amount of joy and peace, and am excited about my upcoming return to you all in the UK. And yes how bizarre somewhere over the holiday we changed to being the state of Uttarkhand.....the original plan I know...but after only 4 years of being Uttaranchal?!

Woodstock is in a fairly tumultuous stage at the moment however and needs lots of prayer. We have (Praise God) begun to fill positions for July but still have many to fill, including the need for a new Principal., most of the science department and dorms. It's been a tough few months for many here with the emotions and issues of changing leadership. We are currently planning where the school is heading as a Christian International School, looking for a principal, seeking to affirm our vision and move forward in excellence, working out practical steps and which opinions are the wisest - not the easiest tasks! Thankfully I have some inspiration to contribute - but I am actually rather tired of change at the moment so need prayer to persevere.

My job has continued usually fun and fulfilling! I still need wisdom to meet the needs of a large ability range (yes I know I only have 18 students) - but the joy of not having major behaviour issues is wonderful. I'm planning ahead better this quarter too which is great for giving me time to do other things.

the full version is available from the mission page.

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an opportunity from share Jesus international - the guys who put us up in london.

Still not sorted for the summer guys, check this out!!

When? Monday 7 August - Wednesday 16 August 2006

Who? We're looking for committed young Christians, aged 11-18, to join us on this trip of a lifetime.

What? This summer we are pioneering the Road Trip style mission in the UK. The adventure will include lots of innovative mission alongside local
Churches, surf lessons, beach parties, barbecues and some old school camping.

Where? Leaving from London, a series of minibuses will embark on a missional adventure, starting in Snowdonia, with a climb to the summit of Snowdon
to pray for the UK. We will then head South via Pembroke, Cardiff and Weston to Cornwall.

How much? £179 will cover your travel, food and mission projects for the 10 days of Road Trip UK

Up for the adventure? You can book your place online at www.roadtripmission.com.

Want to know more? Check out www.roadtripmission.com, email roadtrip@sharejesusinternational.com, or call Emma on 020 8944 5678 for more information.

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Full Time Youth Worker and Gap Year Team

Project 31 is a new youth work initiative based at the Cheadle Hulme Methodist manse, which becomes vacant in August 2006.

The churches in Cheadle Hulme are committed to developing new ways of encouraging and supporting young Christians in their discipleship, seeing young people come to faith in Christ and developing fresh ways of being church. The house will be the base for a team of 'gap year' volunteers who will work together with, and under the supervision of the youth worker to carry out the aims of the project. Those appointed will commence work on Monday 4th September 2006.

Project Aims
With the support of the local churches the team will:
- set up peer led youth cells in each church
- create a youth congregation
- reflect on new ways of being church
- engage in community initiatives in collaboration with Stockport Youth Services and the Police
- work with Christians in Schools Trust
The team will receive training and mentoring for themselves on:
- Christian discipleship in suburbia
- Peer-led groups
- Spirituality and youth work
- Leadership and management skills
- Vision making

Appointments
We are looking for young Christians with a passion for sharing their faith with their own generation and a desire to discover what the Spirit is saying to this community about new ways of being church.
The Youth Worker will be employed according to JNC scales. The person may choose to live in the Project 31 house with the team, or in their own accommodation. A housing allowance will apply as appropriate.
The Gap Year volunteers are asked to provide £2,500 towards the project, out of which they will receive a weekly contribution to cover living costs.

For more information and application forms, please contact Project 31:

Project 31
31 Victoria Avenue
Cheadle Hulme
Cheshire
SK8 5DJ

0161 485 1160
p31@fish.co.uk

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