One of the things we have stressed is the importance of small groups serving together in reaching the lost for Christ through mission work. At Crossroads, we believe that a healthy small group serves together, either locally or globally. A way to stay focused on that priority is to be constantly talking with people who serve in the mission field.
One of our mission partners at Crossroads Community Church is Global Youth Ministry Network (GYMN). GYMN is a missionary organization that trains and equips youth pastors around the world. GYMN is led by Chris Davis. Chris and his wife Penney are long-time members of Crossroads. Chris also serves as a CLASS 301 teacher and Penney is active on the praise team. It is also important to note that GYMN is based right here in Mansfield, so there are several ways your group can serve on a local and global level.
Later in the month, GYMN’s Africa director, Ken Aringo will be visiting Mansfield and is willing to visit some small groups while he is in the area. Ken is a seasoned youth minister and evangelist. Ken is also much sought for motivational speaker and a Pan-African leader.
Ken and Ruth Aringo
This would be a great opportunity for your group to hear first hand about how God is using servants like Ken to build His Kingdom in Africa. This is also an opportunity for your group to partner with an organization like GYMN for these folks who are spreading the saving message of Jesus Christ across the globe.
The GYMN Africa team will be in town from February 26 to March 15 and is available most of those evenings to visit small groups. Keep in mind that his schedule may fill up quickly, so get me a date or two your group might be interested in having Ken come and share with you. To schedule Ken, please call me at 419-529-0750 ext 109 or just reply to this email with the date and time your group meets.
