Have you ever considered being a missionary in your own country?  Through the ministry of Love Church, you can experience being a missionary to the needy people of Fort Wayne’s inner city.

 

As Christians, we have a Biblical mandate to help the poor and needy through Christ’s love.  According to Luke 4:18, the first ministry priority of Jesus was to, “preach the gospel to the poor…”  According to Matthew 25, every Christian is responsible to show Christ’s love to  “the least of these.”

 

Fulfilling this call of Christ through urban ministry takes love, energy and the willingness to cross over cultural boundaries;  it is an exciting challenge!  Hundreds of people have profited from being involved in personal ministries through Love Church.  This invitation presents a new opportunity for you to join them in fulfilling the call of Christ.  During your thirteen weeks as an urban missionary you will have a chance to gain hands-on experience while sharing God’s love in tangible ways.

Week 1:  Attend a Sunday morning, Sunday evening or Thursday evening service at love church.

 

Week 2:  Attend a Sunday morning service at Love Church and assist Fran Mortensen with her responsibilities for the morning.  Invite one person to attend church with you who might take the course in the future.

 

Week 3:  Give a three to five minute testimony during a church service.  This testimony should include background on how you became involved with Love Church your goals for the course and how you believe it will affect your life. (no summary paper required)

 

Week 4:  Complete the reading of the book In His Steps.  In your report, state how this book relates to the Love Church Community.

 

Week 5:  Attend one of the classes in connection under the supervision of Fran Mortensen.

 

Week 6:  Meet with Pastor Mortensen to discuss the transportation ministry and ride in a church vehicle.  In the weekly observation summary, include how Luke 14:13-23 applies to this ministry.

The following assignments include a one page written summary of your observations—unless otherwise noted.

Week 7:  Visit the homes of two Love Church attendees.

 

Week 8:  Invite someone from Love Church to your residence and interview him or her.

 

Week 9:  Contact Pastor Phil about your neighborhood involvement.  In your weekly report, include what you have learned abut the urban community.

 

Week 10:  Explore options for doing a work of labor for Love Church.  (no summary paper required)

 

 

Week 11:  Visit another urban ministry location and include similarities and differences between it and Love Church in your weekly report.

 

 

Week 12:  Participate in feeding the Sunday School classes on a Sunday morning.

 

 

Week 13:  Type a two-page report summarizing your involvement with Love Church. Share your convictions and Biblical principles for urban ministry.