Come gather 'round, its prayer time..

Hello readers. This is a little step away from my usual posts, but as I just finished a long phone conversation with a friend, I was thinking of the several things in my life that could definately use a baptism of prayer and direction. So who better to share it with than my handful of readers :)

1). I am currently in the beginning stages of planning a missions trip to Mexico with one of my friends and small group leaders, Aaron Carnahan. Having spent a portion of my life on the mission field, I've seen the incredible impact God can have on people when they are taken out of their 'orb' of life and reminded what life is really about. SO, with that being said, God had really put it on my heart to take that experience and share it with people the best way I know how.. by leading a team to Mexico to experience first-hand what an impact God wants to have on people. Please pray that first and foremost, God will direct each step taken in this process and open or potentially close any doors He sees fit in these planning stages. Also, that people would prayerfully consider committing to this project and investing time and potentially finances to the advancement of our trip.

2). This past week I was introduced to an idea of one of my friends and sister-in-Christ for a local youth/college age worship gathering. The idea is to bring God's church together for a time of nothing but worship, teaching, and fellowship. It would not be hosted or sponsored by any one church, but rather be a place where denomination is irrelevant. People could simply see their brothers and sisters in Christ as ONE body working together for the ONE purpose, praising His name and reaching the lost. It would be heavily encouraged that people bring their 'lost' friends and catch a glimpse of something so much bigger than what their living for. Please pray that God will raise up people to lead and direct this potential ministry and for musicians, speakers, a location, etc. to all be a part of making this thing work. Pray for God's direction and moving in people's heart, but above all that God will do ALL the planning and directing, not us.

3). Within the past week, two of my friend's grandma's have passed away. I know death is a part of life, but it is always hard losing a loved one. Please pray for the familys of Matt Knobloch and Emily Moser as they rejoice in knowing there grandmas are finally home, but also comfort those who are dealing with the loss.

Those are just a couple of things on my heart today and the last few days.. I appreciate your prayers and look forward to sharing how God has worked in each of these ways at a later time..
love y'all - ryan