Training so far!!

Well, it's been almost a month since we began orientation and training for Mb Mission's TREK program. So, that probably means it's time for a solid update on what we've all been up to! Here it goes!

Orientation began on September 8th, which feels like forever ago. We spent the first three weeks in Gretna, MB, staying at MCI (which is a Christian high school and residence). It's been a blast getting to know the other Trekker's (check out the video to meet them), and learning from various different speakers and MB Mission staff.

The first three weeks of our training really focused on personal and spiritual development. We've been spending our mornings reading through passages together, journaling, memorizing passages of Scripture, worshiping and praying together. It truly has been a refreshing few weeks for both of us (especially after coming off a really busy summer of amazing camp ministry). 

spending our morning's in worship!

Week one, Carol taught about prayer and discerning the voice of God. During that first week, we also had the chance to share our testimonies as couples, and pray for one another! 

Week two, Esther Corbett (from BC) came and taught on listening to the Holy Spirit. At the end of that week we had the privilege to do a 42 hour silent retreat (yes, that's right, I said 42 hours!). It was amazing! Both Jeremy and I experienced God's presence in a very real and intimate way. 

Week three, Randy Friesen (national director of MB Mission) and Hakan (a church leader from Turkey) came and spoke about Spiritual Authority. Again, an amazing week! It was incredibly encouraging to hear Hakan's story of coming to faith, undergoing persecution, and how he longs to see his country transformed by the good news of Jesus Christ. We also really enjoyed connecting with Randy, and getting to meet with him individually for prayer. One quote from our classes that week that really stuck with me: "Our job is to go deeper in our relationship with God. God's job is to direct the scope of our ministry". 

Randy Friesen sharing stories of how God's at work around the world!

So, that brings us to this week! We are now in Winnipeg, and are moving into the ministry phase of orientation. This week we've been focusing on intercession - learning about poverty and praying for the north end and core area of the city.

Please continue to pray for us as we head into this next week. Many of us on the Trek program have been feeling sick, and could really use prayer for quick recovery, energy, and strength. We are also headed into a week where the focus is evangelism! Pray that we will be open to the Holy Spirit's leading, and that we will step out boldly and share the hope that we have!

Thanks for walking this journey with us! Blessings!