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admin — Mon, 10 Aug 2009 18:12:37 +0000

Thanks to all of you that followed this blog this summer. If you want to stay updated on COM ministry events, read posts from staff members, see student testimonies, hear talks from weekly meetings, you should visit our COM blog and subscribe by email. We will be updating it a few times a week once the school year starts.

SBP Video for Parents

admin — Wed, 05 Aug 2009 22:45:42 +0000

A summer beach project video specifically for parents. You can hear, from a parent’s perspective, about campus outreach minneapolis as well as summer beach project:

Return Training – Making the Most of August

admin — Wed, 05 Aug 2009 15:20:28 +0000

During return training, Eric Lonergan shared with us about making the most of August (or the “evil days”)

Return Training – Relating to Friends After SBP

admin — Tue, 04 Aug 2009 18:18:39 +0000

During return training, Charlie Brooks shared with us about how we are to relate to our friends after beach project.

Return Training – Relating to Parents After Beach Project

admin — Mon, 03 Aug 2009 18:13:30 +0000

During return training, Jon Saunders shared with us about relating to our parents after coming home from beach project.

Final Theme Talk – Exiles

admin — Mon, 03 Aug 2009 15:24:41 +0000

For our final theme talk, Andrew Knight shared about trusting in the to gospel to not miss opportunities to advance the gospel back on the campus.

SBP Video Online

admin — Fri, 31 Jul 2009 17:06:28 +0000

The 2009 SBP video is here:

Visit our vimeo page to download the file if you want it on your computer.

Luggage Pickup Friday July 31st, 8-9am BBC downtown parking lot

nickstromwall — Thu, 30 Jul 2009 14:56:48 +0000

As many of you know, the COM van had a new transmission put it.

Because of this, the van and trailer will be delayed.

Luggage pickup will be tomorrow, Friday July 31st from 8-9 a.m.

Luggage will be moved upstairs to the 2nd floor in the Campus Outreach office and locked after 9 a.m.

If you can’t make it between 8-9 a.m. call brie at 612.455.3449 to arrange pickup. (church office closes at 4:30 p.m. on Friday)

We’ve All Gone Home

admin — Wed, 29 Jul 2009 21:27:04 +0000

This morning all of the staff and students woke up at 5:15am to head back to Minnesota and Michigan. We woke up, ate breakfast, prayed, and hit the road by 6am.
Last night we had our final meeting where Andrew Knight shared with us about not missing opportunities to spread the gospel back on the campus, but by faith trusting God to do big things through our lives. That talk will be available online next week. At the meeting we also revealed the project video and t-shirt. The video will also be available online next week.
In the coming weeks, we will put some quotes from students about all that God did in their lives this summer. Thanks to all of you who followed our blog all summer and prayed for us down at Myrtle Beach.

two complexes on project

SBP Intern — Mon, 27 Jul 2009 20:00:51 +0000

Only two more days left. This morning project had Return Training with John Saunders, Charlie Brooks, and Eric Lonergan. They emphasized the importance of being intentional with their down time as they prepare for the coming term. Later tonight, they are eating out as rooms for the last time.

During the final Campus Time, disciples ate subs and played games liek signs, kickball, and the human knot. After that, they had the opportunity to share with others about what they had learned over project and pray together.

the count down 45.08.23

SBP Intern — Mon, 27 Jul 2009 13:08:18 +0000

Yesterday disciples enjoyed their last campus time. It was a neat time to share how and on what areas God has been working throughout SBP.

As for today, in a few hours project is gonna be having one of the last meetings from 10 to 12 pm, “Return Training.” Keep praying for these last meetings and last hours of project. Pray that disciples will have the energy to finish strong.

1 Peter 5:12-14

Leaders Training – Bringing it Back to Campus

SBP Intern — Sun, 26 Jul 2009 14:28:30 +0000

Mike Polley on his last talk at Leaders Training about taking what we have learned this summer and applying it back on the campus

Evangelism Training – Don’t Waste Your Time at College

SBP Intern — Sun, 26 Jul 2009 04:50:19 +0000

James Gisler speaking about how not to waste time at College during Evangelism Training.

Theme Night – Suffering

SBP Intern — Sun, 26 Jul 2009 03:11:41 +0000

Mike Polley on his last theme night speaking about Suffering.

Bible Study Training – Meditation

SBP Intern — Sun, 26 Jul 2009 03:07:46 +0000

Josh Schrock talking about the importance of Meditating in Bible Study Training

Life Training – Holding Loosely to Circumstances

SBP Intern — Sat, 25 Jul 2009 12:50:57 +0000

Reid Jilek speaking about how to hold loosely to Circumstances in Life Training. (Sunday 19th)

FREE DAY

SBP Intern — Sat, 25 Jul 2009 12:41:10 +0000

Since yesterday was the last day of work, many disciples jumped into the pool last night with their job uniforms on as a SBP tradition.

Today is a free day and disciples are heading different directions. A good amount of disciples are visiting Charleston, others are going to be visiting North Myrtle, and some are just going to stay around project and enjoy the day.

four teams and four corners

SBP Intern — Fri, 24 Jul 2009 19:54:02 +0000

Staff came back late yesterday much to the excitement of project. There was also a Job Social where disciples entertained co-workers with skits and also had the chance of sharing the Gospel and the reason they were on Beach Project and working in SC.

All of project went through a time of evaluation and reflection this morning as disciples continue to prepare for their return to their campus. After that disciples went back to work or relaxed, knowing that their job this summer is over. Activity on project is indeed growing as more and more people are finishing their jobs and isntead spending time with each other and the staff.

Big Arrival

SBP Intern — Thu, 23 Jul 2009 14:44:48 +0000

Last night the U of M students gathered at the beach to pray for their campus, after enjoying some goodies made by the girls.
“It was Amazing” says Charlie Schumacher.
As for today, Staff should be arriving project around 5:00 pm, which makes the disciples excited. Furthermore, the project social is gonig to be having special visitors. We are expecting a great number of co-workers from the different places that disciples have been working throughout this summer. This social meal will be followed with a Gospel presentation led by Justin Richardson.
So, we would appreciated if you pray for tonight’s activities.

(students enjoying the sun set after a group date)

This is a short clip from Theme Night.

six plus four is ten team leaders

SBP Intern — Wed, 22 Jul 2009 14:58:18 +0000

Wednesday this week is a little different. After evangelism, instead of debriefing, disciples will be cleaning in anticipation of the returning staff. There will also be a communal time of prayer held this evening. Continuing last week, James Gisler will share with us during Evangelism Training. He will be speaking on “The Gospel and the Campus.”
Otherwise today is pretty standard, the team leaders are just getting back from their Leadership Training Session. Until training today, disciples have been getting in the word and meditating on what they have learned from last night. There is still so much to be done and be thankful for even on the last week of project.

seven days fom tuesday is tuesday

SBP Intern — Tue, 21 Jul 2009 11:40:42 +0000

During Bible Study Training, Josh Schrock focused on Meditation. He shared on its significance in the Christian walk, that as needy people, Christians need to constantly meditate on Scripture and internalize its truths in order to grow.

There was Team Time after that. Most of the teams got their team shirts today and many disciples wore them last night before curfew.

Mike Polley will be leading the final Theme Training today. He will be sharing on “Suffering: Living in Exile.”

eight is the days we have left

SBP Intern — Mon, 20 Jul 2009 14:35:22 +0000

Tonight we have the final Bible Study Training headed by Josh Scrock. These last couple days will be directed toward reflecting and focusing on our vision for our various campuses in the coming semester.

Natin Moreno says, “Please be praying for courage and boldness as these dashing young students are impassioned by the grace of our loving God.”
For to me to live is Christ, and to die is gain -Philippians 1:21 (ESV).

nine weeks on SBP

SBP Intern — Mon, 20 Jul 2009 02:00:08 +0000

…and nine days later we will all be back home. Feels like another great weekend coming to a close.

Disciples spending their time going on group dates, swimming in the ocean, doing laundry, and a fun game of mafia under the tent. Besides the reports from the fireworks and the cheers of people riding the air-launched swing next door to us, it is very tranquil here on project. Rev. Okey is once again sharing with the disciples after a worship session led by Dan Harper.

Some of the disciples had lunch with their co-workers on project today, a little taste of the job social to come. There are a lot to look forward to this week, including the return of the staff later this week.

Evangelism Training – The Gospel and the World

SBP Intern — Sun, 19 Jul 2009 04:06:15 +0000

James Gisler talking about the Gospel around the World in Evangelism Training.

Please make sure to watch this clip.

Theme Night – Prayer, The Power of an Exile

SBP Intern — Sun, 19 Jul 2009 04:02:35 +0000

Mike Polley speaking at Theme Night.

Bible Study Training – Application

SBP Intern — Sun, 19 Jul 2009 03:47:55 +0000

Jack Thompson speaking about the importance of Applications.

all great countdowns begin with ten

SBP Intern — Sat, 18 Jul 2009 22:51:05 +0000

Ten more days of project left! Here’s ten things that happened this week:
1. Filled a world map with prayers and pins.
2. Project dinner two days in a row.
3.
4. Team cleans bathrooms for encouragement.
5. Celebrated Okey’s Birthday.
6. Evening prayer on the beach!
7. Social Synchronized Swimming Sadie-Hawkins (points for alliteration!)
8. Surprise Thunderstorm owns Sadie Hawkins
9. Deep clean. Defrost that fridge!
10. check weeks six and seven for some new pictures!

Life Training – Holding Loosely to your Body

SBP Intern — Fri, 17 Jul 2009 20:57:24 +0000

Reid Jilek speaking at LIfe Training.

-Make sure to watch this clip-

16-17

SBP Intern — Thu, 16 Jul 2009 15:50:04 +0000

Wednesday night, project had guys and girl’s time once again. Disciples really enjoyed their time. Girls and guys met at their respective meeting locations and spent time asking questions to a pnel formed by team leaders.

As for Thursday, after a long day of work it was show time. Guys had to perform a synchronized swimming routine for the ladies in order to win a group date for the night. However, because of a storm the show had to be stopped, nevertheless, every guy’s room was paired up with a girl’s room for the night.

Disciples are starting to work on cleaning. They have been given a list with the different tasks that need to be done before everyone leaves project.

Leaders Training – Encouraging an Exile

SBP Intern — Wed, 15 Jul 2009 18:05:09 +0000

Adam Evers speaking about how to Encourange Disciples.

Matthew 28:18-20

SBP Intern — Wed, 15 Jul 2009 15:15:55 +0000

Last night Mike Polley’s talk moved students to think about prayer. “It was good to remember that, we love to pray, but it is hard to because of our sinfulness,” Kerri Kolton says. Furthermore, after theme night, disciples made their way to the beach where they prayed for the lost, for relatives and for project in general. It was a sweet way to finish the day.
As for today is evangelism training, James Gisler has the microphone once again. Please pray that God can use him and work through him to impact the lives of the students.

(waiting for the doors to be open)

(Mike Polley)

students… paying attention?

Summer Beach Project, Testimony Week 5

SBP Intern — Wed, 15 Jul 2009 14:58:23 +0000

Here you have the Testimony of one of the CCP members. Our apologies to you for not having it before in time. Please, keep praying for the CCP India Team.

“How then will they call on him in whom they have not believed? And how are they to believe in him of whom they have never heard? And how are they to hear without someone preaching? And how are they to preach unless they are sent? As it is written, “How beautiful are the feet of those who preach the good news!” But they have not all obeyed the gospel. For Isaiah says, “Lord, who has believed what he has heard from us?” So faith comes from hearing, and hearing through the word of Christ.”
Romans 10:14-17

-Coming up, new testimonies-

Pellegrino

SBP Intern — Tue, 14 Jul 2009 15:50:19 +0000

Last night, as you already know, Jack Thompson led bible training. His talk was about the “application” of Scripture, and the importance of it. It was an edifying time for all the disciples to remember that if one wants to be transformed by the Gospel, it is essential to believe it.

Supper and team time was moved to Okey’s church (Pine Drive Gospel) due to rain and some difficulties with getting the project meal on time.

As for today, Mike Polley is in charge of theme night once again. He will be sharing about “Prayer,” the power of an exile. Once again, we would appreciate if you can keep Mike Polley and the disciples in your prayers as they study the Word.

Yahoo!

SBP Intern — Mon, 13 Jul 2009 16:27:20 +0000

Last night, students were able to worship through music following with Theology time. Today students are beginning a new week full of work and different activities. The team, El Niño is in charge of this week theme. Therefore, remember to check for new photos throughout the week.
As for tonight, the project meal has been moved for today at 6pm. Furthermore, Jack Thompson is leading bible training, which it will be follow with team time.

Please make sure to watch the following video.

vanilla sunday

SBP Intern — Mon, 13 Jul 2009 00:58:51 +0000

As is true of today, the weekend at project is usually slow. Many of the disciples go on group dates or take naps, grinding activity at project to a near halt, which is fine for most who are drained from a busy week.

After Life Training with Reid Jilek and services at their respective churches, disciples still have the time to pray for the world. So far, more than half the world has been pinned for prayer, as disciples fill a world map with tacks as they pray for each country. As pins fill up the world map, God’s presence over the whole earth is awe-inspiring.

Keep praying for the World

SBP Intern — Sat, 11 Jul 2009 18:23:50 +0000

Today, students keep praying for the different countries around the world. Since Saturday mornings are free, most of the disciples take the advantage of going on the beach and pray or have their D-groups with their rooms.

The focus from now on is getting ready to depart and take everything they have learned back with them to their different campuses. Therefore, we would appreciate if you keep praying for us as we look ahead to the coming year.

Remember to check <the gallery> for new photos, it has been reorganized by week for easier accessibility.
There are also new audio content from this week’s various training sessions.

Car-Washing time.

Leaders Training – How to Disciple, Heart to Heart

SBP Intern — Sat, 11 Jul 2009 00:58:49 +0000

Mike Polley sharing with the leaders on how to disciple form heart to heart.

Evangelism Training

SBP Intern — Fri, 10 Jul 2009 23:12:08 +0000

James Gisler talking about Mercy Ministry, and how an exile can apply it.

Theme Night-Discipleship: God’s pursuit for exiles.

SBP Intern — Fri, 10 Jul 2009 23:08:42 +0000

Mike Polley sharing about the “what” in Discipleship during Theme Training.

Bible Study Training – Interpretation

SBP Intern — Fri, 10 Jul 2009 23:06:04 +0000

Josh Schrock talking about the importance of Interpretation.

Powerful Story

SBP Intern — Fri, 10 Jul 2009 22:48:05 +0000

We would encourage you to watch this clip.

Life Training – Holding Loosely to Your Schedule

SBP Intern — Fri, 10 Jul 2009 20:22:43 +0000

Reid Jilek Speaking how one can hold loosely to Schedule. Sunday, July 5th.

syrup- one of the four main food groups

SBP Intern — Fri, 10 Jul 2009 15:53:37 +0000

During last nights social, disciples had a lot of fun exchanging gifts, making gingerbread houses, and watching Elf. Each room dressed up creatively as angels, reindeer, shepherds, jingle bells, elves, and even a manger. They also had the chance to sit and take photos with Santa and Ms Claus, Mike Polley and Emilie Toll respectively.

which has lost some momentum the past couple weeks will be going through a major update sometime today, look forward to pictures from the past socials and more.

Christmas in July

SBP Intern — Thu, 09 Jul 2009 14:53:39 +0000

Students are surprised with the thought that in three weeks project is going to be over. However, most of the students are excited to go back home and keep developing these new friendships.
Yesterday, at evangelism training, James Gisler talked about “Mercy Ministry” being a part of our every day life. Later on, students did something different. Each room read an article about the doctrine of Hell, then spent time at the beach praying for people and meditated on “the hideous doctrine may grip our souls in dark terror and make us weep, but let us be sure it also prompts us to holiness and compassion.” (John Thomas).
As for tonight, social is taking place at project.

Team Leaders (Reid Jilek, James Gisler, Josh Schrock)

wednesday has two d’s and e’s

SBP Intern — Wed, 08 Jul 2009 16:36:50 +0000

Mike Polley shared during Theme Training on discipleship, encouraging disciples to keep the chain going.

The definition of discipleship is one’s intentional living and sharing into another person’s life to push them towards Christ. Mike Polley talked about his personal experience as a disciple and a mentor observing that the relationship is not one of tutor and student, but something closer to father and son.

James Gisler’s team is leading the theme for this week.The theme is Christmas in July. Disciples on his team will be washing and cleaning the cars on project for the week’s encouragement.The Social Time on Thursday will include a white elephant gift exchange, dressing up according to an assigned Christmas theme, plus many more “seasonal” events to celebrate Christmas in July.

Tonight, Theme Night

SBP Intern — Tue, 07 Jul 2009 16:42:38 +0000

Last Night Josh Schrock had the opportunity to lead Bible Training. His topic was Bible Interpretation. Josh shared with us that it is easy to wrongly interpret the Bible when one does not focus on Christ. “We need to confess our sinfulness, and then repent from it.” “Look at the context and let’s interpret the Bible with the Bible.”
After Bible Training, it was team time. These times are for the students to have fellowship after a long day of work. Most of the time, teams either play games, share some goodies or just chill and hang-out.
Tonight is Theme Night. Mike Polley will be talking about “Discipleship: God’s pursuit for exiles.” Therefore, we would appreciate if you pray for Mike and the students.
-We would encourage you to watch the testimonies. If they do not appear on the window please click on “Older Entries” so you will be able to see the videos from the past weeks-

Getting ready for Bible Training, Polley and the guys having a good time.

Josh Schrock at Bible Training.

Monday at the Beach

SBP Intern — Mon, 06 Jul 2009 19:56:53 +0000

Disciples are going back into their routine week after the brief time with the CCP team. The pool, muddied by a type of fungus then doused with extreme amounts of cleaning chemicals, making it unsuitable for use over the last couple days, also looks ready for some action. This week’s theme will be centered on discipleship.

Make sure to check out some the kids at their jobs as well as clips from the CCP hosted scavanger hunt from last week in
Pictures from the Social plus others will be uploaded soon so make sure to check and see when the gallery is updated sometime this week!

Sending the CCP off

SBP Intern — Sun, 05 Jul 2009 22:47:39 +0000

Hi everyone.

This morning the CCP group left project at 5:50 am. Some of the students sacrificed sleep to say “good bye” and pray for them once again.

At Life training Reid Jilek spoke about “Holding Loosely to Your Schedule.” Reid described the two extremes of being either over scheduled or laid back, and how there could be sin on both of these sides. Later on in the morning, students attended Church after life training.

Today, students at project are just relaxing with the goal to gain some energy before a new week starts.
Enjoy the Highlights of the week.

Happy 4th of July

SBP Intern — Sat, 04 Jul 2009 19:25:58 +0000

Today, students enjoyed community time through D-groups. Moreover, because a good amount of students work in the afternoon, they used their morning to get in the word.

In regards of the CCP group, they will be taking off sunday morning and work on the last details before they leave for India. Students at project have been loving the fellowship with the CCP members. It has been a blessing having you guys, thank you so much. Please keep this group in your prayers as they prepare for these challenging five weeks.

As for tonight, project is hopeing to see a fabolus fireworks show. Have a great night everyone!

friday talks about yesterday mostly

SBP Intern — Fri, 03 Jul 2009 18:13:20 +0000

Disciples enjoyed looking for the CCP team members during the Broadway at the Beach Social Time on Thursday night. Teams left at 7:15 then came back at 10:00 after walking around and taking pictures of each other following the crazy directions of the scavenger hunt. Jeff Wiesner’s team surfaced as the winners of a night full of entertainment to the disciples as well as the bystanders who got to watch or even take part in the antics of this week’s social.

Look forward to some great updates including pictures from the CCP Broadway at the Beach and another week’s highlights video. We have also prepared the sessions from this week for your hearing pleasure:

Broadway at the Beach

SBP Intern — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 21:20:41 +0000

Today the CCP group is organizing an adventure for today’s social. Students are going to be sent to Broadway Beach on a scavenger hunt. However, the catch is that CCP members are going to be hiding in different places around Broadway. Therefore, teams are going to be rewarded if they find any of the CCP members.
In regards of the talk from yesterday at Evangelism Training by James Gisler, please watch this powerful video of Matt Chandler:

Evangelism Training – The Message Part II

SBP Intern — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 18:00:13 +0000

James Gisler teaching about the importance of repentance in Evangelism Training.

Leaders Training – Confronting an Exile

SBP Intern — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 05:22:24 +0000

Adam Evers speaking to Team Leaders and Room Leaders on how to confrot disciples.

Theme Night-Doing Missions As An Exile

SBP Intern — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 04:52:56 +0000

Elliot Stokes speaking about the “how” and the “why” of Doing Missions as an exile. Theme Night

Bible Study Training -The Joy of Being Transformed by the Bible

SBP Intern — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 04:35:29 +0000

Jack Thompson spoke on Monday night during Bible Study Training on the importance of letting God transform us by His word.

Life Training – Holding Loosely to Family

SBP Intern — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 03:01:48 +0000

Reid Jilek speaking about our eternal family. Sunday morming

Christ and Faith

SBP Intern — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 22:24:32 +0000

Today, Wednesday, the CCP group joined the Team Leaders and the Room Leaders for today’s Seminar led by Adam Evers. Adam shared about Confrontation among the disciples.
“It made me realized how much I idolize relationships” said Michael Owczarek, one of the room leaders, “It was a helpful talk.”

As for the afternoon, James Gisler shared “The Message, Part II” with us. James talked about the importance of having Jesus in our sharing time.
“If we do not talk about Jesus, the message is pointless.”

After evangelism time, the students had their campus time where the challenge was to think and pray for those who are back in Minnesota who do not know about Christ.

Summer Beach Project Testimony Week 4

SBP Intern — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 18:22:50 +0000

Summer Beach Project Testimony Week 4 from CO Minneapolis on Vimeo.

the “t” in tuesday is for theme

SBP Intern — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 15:23:32 +0000

Elliot Stokes, CO staff for Northwestern College and the leader for the CCP team here, will be giving the theme training today. He will unpack more on what it means for a Christian to be an exile in this world.

As mentioned, Garden City Baptist (GCB) has been burned down, so Theme Training will be meeting at the Garden City Chapel (GCC) tonight.For the time being, the people at GCC have graciously offered to let project use their facilities during the week.

During Bible Study Training, Jack Thompson shared that studying the Bible is worship, and that it is a process that takes time and discipline. Disciples also got a chance to walk through 1Peter 3:1-2 together.

monday is somvar in hindi

SBP Intern — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 15:33:54 +0000

The addition of the CCP team has added some fresh life into project. Disciples who have friends on the team took time yesterday to catch up with them on their summer and encouraged each other for the rest of the summer.

This week’s theme is “Missions: Choosing Exile,” the CCP team will be planning and leading the events while they are here. As is usual for Mondays, project will have dinner together tonight, followed by Bible Study Training led by Jack Thompson.

We have some new photos in the gallery!
Also make sure to check out last week’s

Welcoming India Team

SBP Intern — Sun, 28 Jun 2009 18:12:56 +0000

This morning around 1:30 am, the India Team arrived on project. Students are excited to spend about a week with this team by Elliot Stokes.

Furthermore, this morning at Life Training, Reid Jilek spoke about “Holding Loosely to Family.” He shared a little from his background and on how God has been working on his earthly family. His main focus was that “family is not the ultimate focus, God is.” Reid reminded us of the importance of our eternal family.

Moreover, today we were informed with the sad news that Garden City Baptist Church, one of the churches that the students attend, was severely destroyed by a fire. It took about five hours to extinguish and much of the church has been burned down. Therefore, we would appreciate if you keep in your prayers our brothers and sister of Garden City Beach Baptist Church.

Highlights from Week 4

SBP Intern — Sun, 28 Jun 2009 17:40:11 +0000

Highlights from Week 4 from CO Minneapolis on Vimeo.

Boom Boom Pow Skit

SBP Intern — Sat, 27 Jun 2009 20:28:21 +0000

Summer of the Infants from CO Minneapolis on Vimeo.

Another Special Weekend

SBP Intern — Sat, 27 Jun 2009 19:05:55 +0000

This morning, students had their D-groups. However, the day at Project started much earlier, when students gathered at Student Director Mike Polley’s room at 12:15 AM to sing Happy Birthday!

“I am very surprised,” Mike Polley said after being thrown into the pool by his roommates.

Although it is a very hot day in Garden City, the students went to work joyfully this afternoon. Moreover, tonight is a very special night. The CCP team going to India will be arriving at Project, and many of the students are excited to spend a few days with them.

salsa puts the “spice” in thruspiceday

SBP Intern — Fri, 26 Jun 2009 15:45:01 +0000

Disciples ate guacamole and danced salsa during yesterday’s social. After dinner, Natin Moreno led the project in a quick salsa lesson. Everyone in project enjoyed their taste of Hispanic culture as they ate guacamole, danced, and cheered as they broke colorful piñatas open.

Campus Time was led for the first time without the CO staff who left at various times on Thursday. Many of the campuses spent their time by breaking up into groups and praying, sharing testimonies, and contacting friends outside of project, or praying one-on-one on behalf of the other person.

This week’s encouragement verse is from Romans 8:18-19.

Leaders Training – Authority vs Influence

SBP Intern — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 16:25:20 +0000

Coming from Mark 10:45, Charlie Brooks speaking about how to use one’s position for serving others.

Guacamole Night

SBP Intern — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 15:29:58 +0000

Yesterday, Colby Williamson spoke for a second time at Evangelism training. He emphasized that God is loving, but also just. Students are beginning to be more confident sharing their faith.This is not because of the weekly experience, but rather, they have been able to see that God is the one who is working through them.

Moreover, late afternoon the project was divided into girls and boys. It was a special bonding time for both of the groups. The guys played ultimate while the girls had chocolate fondue.

As for today, the staff is leaving to different directions for the next four weeks. Pray for the staff as they go around the south raising support for their ministries.

Tonight is also Social Night, or as we are calling it, GUACAMOLE Night! The Josh Schrock’s team, Boom Boom Pow, is in charge of the spicy night out.

A few pictures from the staff send-off last night. (a clip of this glorious night is also coming soon)

Matt Reagan trying to catch whipped cream in his mouth…

Paul Poteat’s second try…

Jon Saunders on his third try.

Evangelism Training – The Message Part I

SBP Intern — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 10:00:25 +0000

Colby Williamson talking about God is merciful, but also a holy God who will judge.

Bible Study Training – Heart Transformation, Not Head Inflation

admin — Wed, 24 Jun 2009 19:00:53 +0000

Eric Lonergan spoke on Monday night about how studying the Bible is about transforming our hearts, not inflating our heads with knowledge.

because this world isn’t enough

SBP Intern — Wed, 24 Jun 2009 14:01:01 +0000

As of this week, everyone on project is employed. With the staff leaving among other things, this week is proving to be busy in many ways, yet disciples had the opportunity to spend a quiet morning together in prayer. This morning, many of the disciples chose to meet on the beach and pray for the staff and the project.

Josh Schrock’s team led Theme Training last night. Their movie, “Summer of the Infants” will be uploaded on the site soon as well as Mike Chamber’s testimony of how God saved his life. Matt Reagan shared about “Heaven: Homecoming for an Exile” where he explained why Christians could look forward to death and the implications of their eternal home. All of this and more will be uploaded in the weeks to come.

Fresh stuff to check out:
-You can by following the link at the top of the column to the right of this post.
-Video skits from the last two weeks are online and .
-Another student testimony by .
-Once again the is availiable to those who want to receive updates on fb.

Video Skits

admin — Tue, 23 Jun 2009 21:05:31 +0000

Each week during our theme training our students perform a skit. Take a look at two of the video skits we have put together this year:

What is SBP? from CO Minneapolis on Vimeo.

Rules and Regulation Linebacker from CO Minneapolis on Vimeo.

Theme Night

SBP Intern — Tue, 23 Jun 2009 14:59:08 +0000

Last night was Bible Study night. Eric Lonergan talked about “Heart Transformation, Not Head Inflation.” Students were reminded that when it comes the time study the Gospel, the point is to be transformed by it and not use it as instrument to lecture people. Otherwise, everything is going to be pointless. After his talk, Eric lead us through our third work-shop on how to use the inductive method. As for today, students are excited about Theme Night. Pray that God may use Matt Reagan to challenge us as we talk about “Heaven, Homecoming for an Exile.”

Matt and Lisa and Anna Belle Reagan.

Student Testimony – Samm Ellingson

admin — Mon, 22 Jun 2009 21:04:19 +0000

Summer Beach Project 09_testimony wk3 from CO Minneapolis on Vimeo.

the day after father’s day

SBP Intern — Mon, 22 Jun 2009 17:52:24 +0000

This week’s theme is “Heaven, Homecoming for an Exile.”
Matt Reagan started this week with a session on spiritual depression and doubt. The rest of the day was fairly slow but relaxing. Many of the disciples took naps or swam in the pool. Paul Poteat and Zach Simmons led Praise and Worship this evening, after which Jon Saunders shared and answered questions with some of the other staff members.
Don’t forget to check out the uploaded last week. There are two new recordings, one from and the other from the , along with a slew of other new content. Remember to join the on facebook to have these updates sent to your fb inbox.

Life Training – Holding Tightly to Jesus

admin — Mon, 22 Jun 2009 09:00:48 +0000

Matt Reagan shared with us about how to deal with doubt and depression during Life Training on Sunday. We should always look to Jesus, the object of our faith, rather than how we feel in a given moment. Listen to the talk here

Parents Social

admin — Sun, 21 Jun 2009 20:54:42 +0000

We recorded the testimony from Kari Lorence (Susie Lorence’s mom) and Andrew Knight’s talk at the parent social. If you weren’t able to join us, feel free to listen to it here:

Father’s Day

SBP Intern — Sun, 21 Jun 2009 18:45:43 +0000

Most of the parents who are visiting Project attended Church and Life Training this morning, where Matt Reagan’s message was “Holding tightly To Christ.” Today is about 93 degrees in Garden City, SC. Therefore, project is enjoying a sunny afternoon.

Check the highlights of the Week.

Highlights of the Week from CO Minneapolis on Vimeo.

Parents Weekend

SBP Intern — Sat, 20 Jun 2009 17:05:38 +0000

Yesterday many of the students worked from 2pm till 11pm. Therefore, students enjoyed their morning by getting in the word, going for a run, sharing their testimony with each other, or catching up on sleep. For instance, Gaby Linder from Northwestern College, who is doing Athletes In Training (AIT), describes her Fridays as “fabulous”. She is working at Bi-Lo and loving it. “The best part of working at Bi-Lo, is the interaction that I can have with costumers” she says.

Furthermore, some students are happy for having their parents or friends down visiting for the weekend. This morning, parents, friends, some of the students and staff had breakfast along with a sharing time. Mrs. Lorence and Sarah Evans were the ones who had the opportunity to share what God has been doing in their lives. Moreover, Andrew Knight had the opportunity to present what CO is all about, and what is the mission of this College Ministry to those who were not so familiar with Campus Outreach.

Evangelism Training – Why Share the Gospel

admin — Sat, 20 Jun 2009 09:00:30 +0000

This is Colby Williamson’s evangelism training talk on our motivation for sharing the gospel. The first 10 minutes of his talk were not recorded (sorry for the inconvenience).

in which colby feeds the 5000

SBP Intern — Fri, 19 Jun 2009 14:56:01 +0000

The Theme of this week’s Social was Southern Country. Dressed as hicks and preps, the disciples sang along as Paul Poteat led them in a string of country and not-so-country songs.
True to the theme, the Project Dinner for Thursday was a Low Country Boil. The smorgasbord consisted of boiled sausage, corn, shrimp, onions, and potatoes prepared by the staff and the A-team. The night was spent eating food from the table with their hands and dancing to some tunes.
Once again, has been updated with pictures from this week. The Mugshots album is almost complete as well.

Leaders Training – Your Life is Your Pulpit

admin — Fri, 19 Jun 2009 09:00:43 +0000

Every Wednesday morning the leaders on beach project meet for leaders training. This summer Charlie Brooks has been teaching about how It’s not about you (you can’t save anyone or make anyone grow), but it includes you (God uses people to advance the gospel in others’ hearts). This week’s talk was on how your life is your best pulpit – people are going to learn and grow the most from your life rather than what you teach them with your words.

The Why

SBP Intern — Thu, 18 Jun 2009 15:54:09 +0000

Hello everyone and thank you for visiting our blog once again.

Yesterday, as usual, students had the morning off while others had the privilege to work. Many of them took the advantage to rest and read. They also had the opportunity to spend some time meditating on the powerful talk Matt Reagan gave on Tuesday. We would encourage you to download it as well.

Later everyone got ready for evangelism training where Colby Williamson shared with us on “Why Share the Gospel.” Students were truly encouraged and challenged to realize that we do not share the Gospel as a kind of duty, or a certain type of debt that we owe to God. Rather, we evangelize in the light of valuing God. We share the Gospel because it is the most valuable message that a person can give and experience.

As for tonight, project is having social time where students are going to be able to experience a truly southern treat.

light you up

SBP Intern — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 15:32:30 +0000

Theme Training this week was organized by Jack Thompson’s team. After a great video and amazing testimony, Matt Reagan spoke on “Grace: an Exile’s Gospel.” The Christian life is not one of duty, but of celebration.The recording from this session will be joining the others soon. Eric Lonergan’s Bible Study Training from this week is also availiable online and .

A profile album for all SBPers are in the works in the gallery, check back soon for a link to a completed album with all the portraits of the disciples along with their name and information!

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Bible Study Training – Worldview of an Exile

admin — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 09:00:24 +0000

Eric Lonergan spoke on Monday night about the way we should approach the Bible.

Theme Night

SBP Intern — Tue, 16 Jun 2009 15:33:28 +0000

Today is a work day for many of the students. However, everyone is excited for tonight’s Theme Night. Matt Reagan is going to be sharing about “Grace: An Exile’s Gospel.” Pray that God continues his work and that He might open our eyes to see the beauty of the Gospel.
In other areas, last night we were hit by a storm that kept some students awake for a few hours into the night. “It was like a gentle hurricane” said Martha Joy, one of the Team Leaders. The sound of thunder was so loud that it made people jump from their beds. It was a terrifying but glorious experience at the same time.
Yesterday during our project meal, students gathered in small groups and prayed for each other’s families. It was a wonderful time to share about the good and bad news in our lives.

the “n” in monday is for new content

SBP Intern — Mon, 15 Jun 2009 14:46:58 +0000

Lets kickoff another new week with an update! Most of the disciples are working now, with a few left still searching for jobs. Monday, disciples will be eating some pizza for Project Dinner, followed by Bible Study Training and Team Time.

Make sure to check out some of the that have been put up over the last few days, including a new video and student testimonies by and .

Also, listen to some of the great sessions we’ve had so far by .

Student Testimony – Peter Sontag

admin — Mon, 15 Jun 2009 10:39:13 +0000

Summer Beach Project 09_testimony wk2 from CO Minneapolis on Vimeo.

Day of Worship

SBP Intern — Sun, 14 Jun 2009 20:25:29 +0000

Today, Sunday, the project attended Church as usual. Moreover, this morning we had our third Life Training Seminar. Matt Reagan taught about being free by God and enjoying the great things that He has made for our pleasure. After Matt shared what God gave him to speak, we were challenged by Andrew Knight to meditate and ask each other what things in our lives stop us from enjoying God freely, and the things that are in our power that we are abusing by our freedom.

Highlights of the Week from CO Minneapolis on Vimeo.

Talks in iTunes

admin — Sat, 13 Jun 2009 19:35:18 +0000

All of the talks that we upload to this blog are also available in iTunes.

Chilling-Work

SBP Intern — Sat, 13 Jun 2009 17:40:51 +0000

Yesterday, Friday, for most of the students the morning was open. Many of them took the advantage of having one on one conversations. “It was a sweet and refreshing time” says Shawn Vradenburg ( U of M student) one of the Room Leaders. Others like those who are involved in soccer were able to play with students from CO Charlotte, NC. “It is neat to make other connections with other CO Students outside of our project” David Langley says. However, for those students who are working at Wal-Mart and other locations it was an afternoon of work. All of them are thankful to God for being able to have a job. Furthermore, a few students spent time at the beach watching the lightning and being amazed at God’s creation. Today Saturday morning was D-Group time, and it was a beneficial time for sharing what God has been teaching us through out this past week.

Student Testimony – Roseline Tsopfack

admin — Fri, 12 Jun 2009 18:12:08 +0000

Summer Beach Project 09_testimony1 from CO Minneapolis on Vimeo.

fresh stuff from this week

SBP Intern — Fri, 12 Jun 2009 16:18:24 +0000

Project is now complete after the arrival of Alan Hoglund. He arrived Wednesday night after a long flight from Europe.
Project Dinner was promptly followed by Campus Time. Disciples got to exclusively spend time with individuals in their respective campuses after breaking up into smaller groups. During this time, they shared their reason for coming to Summer Beach Project and prayed for each other.
Bowling in style, or in the style of your parents, or even as old as your parents seemed to be the theme of Social Time Decade Bowling. Disciples dressed up in the various fashions from the 60′s to the future and went bowling at Surfside Bowling.

The gallery has finally been updated! See some pictures from the week including the Social

Social and Campus Night

SBP Intern — Thu, 11 Jun 2009 15:52:27 +0000

As you already know, yesterday we had our second Evangelism Training with Paul Poteat . His talk was on “Being a Christian.” He focused on how we are only able to grow through daily repentance. It is crucial for us, as believers, to understand that we need the Gospel just as much as the non-believers (Romans 1:15; 1 Corinthians 15:1-4).
After going in different directions, the teams gathered again to share their experiences and prayed for those people who heard the Gospel. Later on, two teams had the privilege to have supper at Pine Drive Gospel Church. Most of the students agreed that the food was super “yummy.” The Fellowship was great.
Therefore, we would appreciate if you can have in your prayers the members of P.D.G. Church. Moreover, for tonight students are excited to have supper as a project and have Campus time.

True Love – Doing

admin — Thu, 11 Jun 2009 15:00:44 +0000

In the final part of our relationships theme talk, Ken Currie shared with us about what do we “do” when it comes to relationships. You can hear the audio here:

True Love – Thinking

admin — Thu, 11 Jun 2009 14:51:47 +0000

Ken Currie shared with us about how to “think” when it comes to relationships. You can hear the audio here:

Relationships Week – Currie Story

admin — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 18:48:10 +0000

On the first night of our relationships talk, Ken and Theresa Currie shared their story of how the Lord brought them together. You can listen to our story here.

the “e” in wednesday stands for evangelism

SBP Intern — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 14:59:04 +0000

It rained overnight but this morning is looking to be nice and sunny. Paul Poteat will once again instruct the disciples in Evangelism Training. Later this evening, there are a few group dates planned as well, so it is presumable to understand that today will hold much entertainment.

Ken Currie and his wife Teresa concluded their session on maintaining Christ honoring relationships last night. They focused on the need of a healthy relationship with God and submission to one another in any marriage (Ephesians 5). The recording from the night are in the works for those who are interested.

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Life Training – Holding Loosely to Money

admin — Tue, 09 Jun 2009 20:46:28 +0000

On Sunday, Matt Reagan talked about holding loosely to money during life training. Here is the audio recording from that talk.

Good day and blessings to y’all!

SBP Intern — Tue, 09 Jun 2009 14:35:15 +0000

Monday was a challenging day. The day started with the entire staff and the few students without jobs going to look for one. The staff and around 14 other students prayed before making their way into town. After going around Garden City, we got the news that a couple of students were able to get jobs, which we Praise God for it.
Since the theme of this week is “Relationships,” Ken Currie and his wife Teresa had the opportunity to share their story. Later on, our brother Ken talked about “True Love” and what it meant to pursue a relationship under God’s sovereign plan. Moreover, tonight Ken is going to share the second part of his talk about “True Love.” At the end of this talk, students are going to be able to interact with Ken and Teresa through a “Question and Answer” platform. Therefore, keep praying for those students who have not been able to find a job yet, and please pray for Ken and Teresa as they share of what God’s has putting on their hearts for tonight.

week two

SBP Intern — Mon, 08 Jun 2009 15:29:15 +0000

After a restful weekend, we are entering our second week of project, but here’s a little bit of what went on this Sunday: During Life Training, Matt Reagan talked on “Holding Loosley to Money” and being free of the love of materials; and later in the evening, Rev Landers shared from 2 Peter 1 and answered questions that the disciples had, while some others went and worshipped God together. The rest of the time was spent in rest and fellowship.

Today, most of the disciples have driven off to their respective jobs, or are vigilantly searching for other job options with the staff. After work, everyone will have dinner together and then head to Garden City Baptist (GCB) for Bible Study Training and Team Time.

If you haven’t seen the new video, it can be found in the previous post.

We are back in Action!

SBP Intern — Sun, 07 Jun 2009 17:54:45 +0000

This first week made students feel at home. Through the different activities, seminars and small groups, we have been able to build strong friendships. Moreover, this morning at our Life Training Seminar, Matt Reagan talked about how we as Christians should embrace the idea of receiving and giving money. Later in the morning, the students enjoyed once again fellowship at different Churches around Garden City. For the rest of day, students have the afternoon to rest. However, as a project we are planning to meet at 7:30 pm to Praise and Worship together.

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SBP 09 intro from COMSBP on Vimeo.

D-Group

SBP Intern — Sat, 06 Jun 2009 15:13:35 +0000

Today, Saturday, most of the students are getting together for their first official D-Group. We have been given a book named “Brown Like Coffee” to go through as a group. However, many others were scheduled to work this morning. This is why a few had to get together last night, or are getting together tonight. Furthermore, God has blessed us with a few other jobs, yet there are a few who still are looking for one. We would truly appreciate it if you pray that as a project we can trust God and rest in his sovereignty.
In other matters, students have been enjoying the fellowship and getting to know each other through out the week. As a project, we have the task to memorize Romans 1:16 “For I am not ashamed of the gospel, for it is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes, to the Jew first and also to the Greek”.

Bigger, Better

SBP Intern — Fri, 05 Jun 2009 15:21:24 +0000

For our Project Social this week, we played a game of “Bigger and Better,” the gist of it was to find something bigger and better than the other teams through a series of trades and bringing it back home to show off crazy items and funny stories. Some people came back with sofas, gum-ball machines, a colorful pair of bikes, and even jobs.

Random treasures are not the only things that are becoming “bigger and better.” We are all growing in community daily as we share in the word, eat, and live together. We also had our first Campus Time this week. Each group prayed for their campuses and God’s plans for us in the coming semester. On a lighter note, three group dates are already underway with others anticipated for the coming weeks.

The group picture was taken yesterday, hopefully this means that it will be up in the gallery relatively soon. Other pictures from this week have also been uploaded to the gallery, .

Evangelism Day

SBP Intern — Thu, 04 Jun 2009 15:18:56 +0000

Yesterday, after our first Evangelism training by Paul Poteat, the students and staff went over the beach to share Christ to the people. Paul challenged us to over come our fear of failure and put our trust in God, and the message of the Gospel. For some of the students this experience was new and challenging. Many students were rejected by the people; however, everybody was able to ask at least one person about Christ. Later on, we got together as teams and share our different experiences of how it went. Moreover, some of the students were able to establish a relationship with these people. We want to encourage you to keep in your prayers not only the students, but also keep in your prayers these people that were told about Christ. For today, students are looking forward to have a group picture. Have a bless day y’all!

Theme Night – Exiled

admin — Thu, 04 Jun 2009 00:24:21 +0000

Our first theme talk from Andrew Knight was last Thursday night. He talked about we are separated from relationship with God because of our sin. Jesus who died for our sins is our substitute, so that we are called righteous by God. This is not based on anything that we do (our works), but solely on the work of Jesus Christ. You can listen to the talk here. We will be podcasting more talks from beach project as the summer goes on. Expect more in the coming weeks.

Praise and thanks to God. We made it safe!

SBP Intern — Tue, 02 Jun 2009 17:20:20 +0000

There were not many complications on our way to Garden City. On Thursday night, we started out with our first seminar. Andrew Knight talked and introduced us to the theme of this Summer Project 2009, “Exiles”. Friday and Saturday were the days to look for jobs. Most of the students by now have obtained jobs at various places of employment around Myrtle Beach. These include Wal-Mart, Bi-Lo, Chick-Fil-A, Piggly Wiggly, Cracker Barrel, and McDonald’s. However, they are a few students who still are looking for a job. Therefore, please keep these students in your prayers. Moreover, yesterday the group was divided in three to attend church. It was and it will be a blessing to join these different congregations at Garden City. God has been blessing us with a wonderful weather, and the fellowship through reading the word at breakfast, lunch or free time has been a marvelous time. We are excited to start a new week here at Project.