Vision Weekend: Day 1

I more or less kept track of what we were doing as the day progressed, so here are my notes from the day.  I’ll try to upload some actual photos and video later, but this will give you an idea what’s been happening…

Ice breakers with Tiffany and Melissa.

A time of worship together.

Jeff shares a personal testimony about resting in your position in Christ.

Rod shares about the purpose of the weekend – the Great Commission and the love of the local church.

Jim shares about how Mexico fits in world mission – a strategic country, especially for the Spanish speaking world.  And Mexico City – the world’s largest Spanish city and the challenges there.

Robert and several others share about religion and culture in Mexico – beyond the statistics, what do people really believe?

Antonio (a pastor in Mexico City) speaks on the needs of the church – what is the biblical model for the church?  What are the needs of the church in Mexico City?

Rod speaks on philosophy of ministry – what are the special opportunities of Mexico City and this part of Mexico City?  What are the challenges?  Where do we want to go from here?  What kinds of people do we need, and what could they do?

Lunch break – some yummy Mexican food, of course!

A trip up to Ixtapaluca’s ancient ruins to get a good view of the surrounding housing developments (what a beautiful day!)…

Going down to Jesús María to see the community centre where English classes are going on.  Alyssa is also working on the mural on the water tower, so everyone goes to see it (and perhaps even help paint!).

Then off to reorganize – some heading to downtown Mexico City to see the sights (because you just can’t be so close and not go, if you’ve never been!), and some decide to take it easy and rest up for a big day tomorrow.

Day one of the Vision Weekend has been great!  Tomorrow we’ll meet in the building in which the church in Santa Barbara meets, and join a bigger group.  First, a little rest (maybe)…