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PDL (Purpose driven Life) Ministry write ups for Sonrise

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Name of Ministry: Sonrise

Contact Name: Claire Gunn

What is the purpose of your ministry?

  • To provide a week away for our young people free from the pressures of daily life where they can have the opportunity to experience God in a deeper way through the teaching, music and prayer.

  • We also like to discuss social issues and to give a Christian perspective on them.

What is involved for those wishing to be part of this ministry?

  • Attending planning meetings prior to the camp.

  • Preparation for activities at camp.
  • Being involved  in as many of the activities at Sonrise as you feel you can, from leading meetings to art and craft activities and games on the field.
  • To just be there for the young people to show that they are cared for.
  • Being a prayer partner for one of the leaders or a prayer supporter of the camp.

How much of a time commitment is involved?

  • Approximately 6 evening meetings between March and July.

  • Any meetings called for the sun groups you are in (e.g. teaching group).
  • Preparation for small group work or any activities you are involved in.
  • One week of Sonrise camp.
  • One feed back meeting after camp.
  • Sonrise reunion in October or November time (Saturday afternoon and evening).

When and where does the ministry take place?

  • Meetings usually take place at the home of Alistair and Claire.

  • Sonrise takes place at Old Buckenham High School from Saturday lunchtime to Friday teatime, normally in the first week in August.
  • The reunion takes place at Meadow Way Chapel, but may also involve an outside activity like ten pin bowling.

Do you need help with your ministry at this time?

  • Yes

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