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Leadership Is…
At The Oaks, we hire young adults to come work with us in the summer with hope that they will re-enter their communities with new skills and a passion to see the Kingdom of God expanded.
From Camper to Counselor
This summer at The Oaks, we have a new counselor who is very familiar with our summer program. Byron’s story with World Impact began almost five years ago when he was invited to attend a Kaleo meeting at the World Impact Teen Center.
Throwback Thursday – Morning Star Ranch
The summer months are here, and the Morning Star Ranch campgrounds are active and alive. The Lord is sending many young boys and girls from our surrounding towns and nearby cities.
Big John Talks TUMI
When Big John first started taking classes through The Urban Ministry Institute (TUMI) he was not sure if he could handle the work. However, as he describes it, through TUMI’s focus on the least and the lost, and through God’s graciousness, it has been a life changing experience.
A Week at The Oaks
It is that time again! The busiest season we have here at The Oaks, and also the time we all look forward to each year. Summer camp has begun and we are so excited!
A Taste of Heaven
One of the greatest benefits of World Impact’s camps is the opportunity to take kids and families from the city and give them a retreat into nature. However, my favorite part of summer camps was always taking teens and young adults from suburban or small town areas and giving them a taste of urban culture.
The Seed is Growing
I finally got a Facebook account, and it has been great fun to reconnect with students I have not seen for over 20 years.
Not a Good Surprise
World Impact missionary Ryan Carter is often asked to fill the pulpit for pastors who are away, but one particular Sunday he was asked to preach just to give the pastor a week to sit and listen rather than deliver the sermon.
Authentic Life
Every Tuesday night, a diverse group of men meet at a local Wichita coffee shop. This group started last September with just a handful of men and women wanting a place to seek the Lord and find true fellowship.
Faith Climb
Put yourself in a camper’s shoes for a moment and imagine you are halfway up a 60-foot cliff. You try not to look down, but of course you cannot help yourself every once in a while.
Restoring and Equipping Disciples
Before descending into heaven Jesus commanded us to go and make disciples. One of the many ways the Teen Center seeks to build the kingdom of heaven is by empowering the youth in our community.
World Impact Summer Camps
Our summer camps give urban children and families the chance to escape the busyness of city life. They can experience a variety of activities like archery, swimming, canoeing, and crafts, and they are presented with the Gospel message.
TUMI Student Phillip
Recently, Don and Cathy Allsman, missionaries with The Urban Ministry Institute visited a Muskegon prison. Their visit had a profound impact on one prisoner, Philip, who wrote to Cathy to tell her about it.
Spotlight on Shaun Estrada
“This retreat was a life changer for me. Chains were broken and my burdens released to the Lord.”
Football and TUMI
Football and TUMI’s Capstone Curriculum – what could they possibly have in common? Let me share a story with you.
