Summer is certainly a busy time for short-time mission trips! There was a team of people who left for Oklahoma to help with a children’s home. Tami Schroeder, the trip leader sent us a short summary of their trip.
“On July 5, five adults and two teenagers set out for a mission trip to Cookson Hills Christian Ministries in Kansas, Oklahoma. Cookson Hills is a ministry that helps children who are struggling. After a tour of Cookson, we ate supper with one of the families. It was great getting to know some of the Cookson Hills kids. On Tuesday through Thursday, we completed various tasks in order to serve and help the people at Cookson. The men and teenage boys helped prepare the grounds for Wilderness Camp. They also helped organize the tool shop. The ladies cleaned coolers, made pizza, cookies, brownies, and lemon bars. We also cleaned the dining hall and a house. On Wednesday evening, we went into Siloam Springs, Arkansas, to purchase items for the kids at Cookson. Some of the items will be used at the Wilderness Camp. We learned much about the operation of Cookson and the ways they help children and teenagers who need the Lord. We also enjoyed a time of devotion and prayer each day with the Mission team. We came home on Friday with joy in our hearts knowing that we served the Lord.”
If this trip sounds appealing to you be sure to keep it in mind for next year. This has been a great trip for many families and people wanting a low cost way to make a big difference. Thank you trip members for all your hard work and efforts to get to know the kids at Cookson Hills!