This past summer, I had the privilege to go to Arizona, the Apache Reservation, with Lantern and Compass Project for a mission trip. It was an amazing, life changing experience. Our team got to experience an Apache service and helped with children’s service. We had to be flexible and help out whenever, wherever needed. Throughout the week we were always on the go. We cleaned the Carrizo Apache Assembly of God Church, helped paint, as well as building a fence and a play set for the children. In the afternoons, we would go to Dishchii’bikoh Community School and served by having a kids sports camp after school. We taught all about Jesus being our savior through sports, dance, prayer and role play. We ended our trip with seeing God’s natural beauty at the Grand Canyon. Throughout our trip we were blessed to be able to pray with many individuals and groups. Through this experience, I think I helped them grow spiritually but grew so much myself (physically, mentally and emotionally). This experience was phenomenal and when I was asked what was my favorite I said, “all of it!” There were times when I was left speechless! The experience and people were a blessing above all! I can not wait to serve more in the future!
By Kari Dillman – Mission Team Member, Victory Church, Tipp City Ohio