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Know Thyself Workshop
Sat 11/7, 9:30-11:30am
Christ Chapel Woodbridge
Global Impact Tailgate
Sat 11/7, 3:30-9:30pm
Mclean Bible Church
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Stephanie Cuomo Concert
Fri 11/13, 10pm
Falls Church, VA
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Casa de Amor Spa Event
11/1 - 11/15
Serenity Spa & Salon
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here are a number of sites and links that we recommend to help you cling tighter to the Robes of our Almighty God:
REKINDLING website
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REKINDLING blog
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REKINDLING facebook
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REKINDLING travel
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SUPPORT REKINDLING!
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follow the Israel team...
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find a verse...
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study the Bible...
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'see' the Bible...
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take notes on the Bible...
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manage your prayers...
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read about secret Believers...
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get a little bit of yeast...
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let Missler instruct you...
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let Chan inspire you...
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You, O Lord, give perfect peace to the person whose mind is steadfast on Thee, because they trust in Thee. Isaiah 26:3
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my friends!!
the Israel team is back from their mission, and the mission was a success. We have at least one more person that we get to take a walk with in Heaven! (How awesome is that??) And beyond that, there were many, many smiles put on faces that normally feel sadness. God used this team in seen ways and in ways unseen. I'll let co-lead Heather describe more.
There are also a couple of interesting events coming up in the next few weeks, so read on...
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TRIP SUMMARY!
 I've talked briefly with Heather, the 'founder' of this trip, and just the few stories, challenges and victories she shared with me stirred me.
I'll let her summarize it the experience in her own words:
"We are back from Israel! We had
beautiful weather, sat under the teaching of Lon, and prepared for an
incredible week ahead on the mission field. Like all things with the
Lord, the mission week was not under our control but under His. I love
the expression "Life happens while we are busy planning" and that is
certainly what happened. Shalva hosted us for two full days. They
truly rolled out the red carpet and we learned a great deal from them.
They brought everyone from the Executive Director to the volunteers.
We saw a common theme, no ego and all for the benefit of the children.
It was a great time for us.
From there, we had lots of time to fill and the
Lord gave us an incredible schedule. We had two days of sharing Christ
in the streets of Jerusalem and also in Tel Aviv. We made many
contacts, gathered emails and facebook addresses. We also had the
pleasure of seeing an older gentleman in Tel Aviv come to accept the
Lord. His incredible desire to be obedient to God allowed us to pray
with him and ask God to make it clear what to do next. After the
prayer he said he could feel the warmth in the center of the other
person's hands. He said he felt peace, hope, joy, and he knew that was
from God. Within seconds his face began to glow, he was happy and would
not leave our sides. We explained today was his spiritual birthday and
he began to sign "Happy Birthday" in English with us. In God's economy
that was worth every minute and penny of preparing and attending the
trip. This man is now connected with some local missionaries and is
getting bible lessons and support in his community.
We also spent some time prayer walking and
understanding the people in more depth. We were able to talk to shop
owners. We met some sisters who own a store who told their story of a
suicide bomber coming in and destroying the store, and later hearing
the same group took tractors and ran over the Jewish people in the
streets of the marketplace. They explained the way they live, how they
feel, and life at this time.
Ministry was everywhere for us, the lesson was to
not presume that you are ever "off duty" with God. We were used on the
tour with some non-believers, serving those who are believers,
spreading the word of Shalva and Jill's House, and talking about the
people of Israel. Spreading the word of Jesus took place while we ate,
when we walked in the streets, with our drivers, the staff at Shalva,
the shop keepers, and the hotel staff. We truly were praying without
ceasing asking for God for those opportunities.
Your prayers for us were truly felt and we thank
you for your financial support, your prayer support, your cards,
messages, and your friendship across the seas. It was amazing to know
that around the clock we had at least one person at all times praying
for us. We were up against a great deal of spiritual attack and for
that we are so thankful for your constant prayers! As we come back to
the states we ask that you continue to pray for each team member to
adjust back to the routine here, but to also take all that was learned
and apply it here in the states.
Stay tuned for a share night to come where we can tell you in more details all that took place!"
Shalom Team Israel 2009
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PRAYER CHAINS ROCK!
 We had 67 people (in 3 different countries and at least 6 different states) sign up for the 48 slots of the prayer chain . It was awesome to see every single slot filled up, knowing that the Israel team would have at least one person praying for them every second of the entire 8 days of the mission.
So I just want to give a big shout out to the 67 who participated in the chain. God got glorified that we were living out James 5:16, 1 Corinthians 12:25-27, 2 Timothy 1:3, 2 Thessalonians 1:11, 1 Thessalonians 5:17, Acts 1:14 and Ephesians 6:18. It is very exciting for me to see Christians in the 21st-century living like Christians of the 1st-century.
We are compiling the journal notes now, and will be sending out next week a detailed summary of the ups and downs, victories and challenges the team faced hour by hour. You will be able to see how your prayers specifically worked! The fact that the Ancient of Days chooses to use His Children to impact each other through prayer and action should move us to constant support of one another.
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Updated Suggested Reading List
I've updated the list of recommended books for topics such as science apologetics, Bible apologetics, reaching the next higher level in your faith, enmeshing yourself in Scriptures, discovering your calling/niche in life, fiction reading and more. So check out that list and let me know if you want add a book to it!
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Upcoming Events
KNOW THYSELF Workshop
This coming Saturday, 07 November, 9:30am-11:30am, FREE
Christ's Chapel 13909 Smoketown Road Woodbridge, Virginia
RSVP by replying to Shannon.
Discover the Calling/Purpose God has hand-crafted you for and what Niche He is asking you to fill.
Mclean Bible Church Global Impact Missions TAILGATE Fundraiser
This coming Saturday, 07 November, 3:30-9:30pm
Donations Accepted at door
Mclean Bible Church 8925 Leesburg Pike Vienna, VA
Watch some great college football and support three mission trips headed to Peru, Brazil and Zambia this year!
STEPHANIE CUOMO CONCERT and CD Release
Friday, November 13, 10pm
Dogwood Tavern 132 W. Broad St Falls Church, VA
Stephanie is one of my favorite artists, whose voice will rock you to your core. So come see her live next week. And know that her upcoming CD will be available soon!
CASA DE AMOR Spa & Salon Fundraiser
November 01 - November 14, Serenity Spa & Salon
12110 Monument Drive, Suite B Fairfax, VA
My friend Gaby is headed down to Mexico to support a Christian children's home, and has set up an interesting fundraiser!
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and that's all I got for this go around!
have a wonderful weekend everyone.
sincerely yours and passionately His,
shannon
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