We are so excited to reflect on a full summer of ministry! We saw lives changed this summer through multiple programs including: Imago Dei’s summer interns, U23 men’s and women’s teams, and school aged training groups.
We focused on three avenues of ministry this summer: engaging with our community, pursing neighborhood outreach, and enhancing our discipleship curriculum. After three months of prayer, preparation, and zoom calls, our three summer interns, Mary, Jeremiah, and Reese, arrived on May 21 to play a part in what God is doing in the Triad.
New Staff Member
Reese McCormick served as our marketing head this summer and has decided to join staff! She will focus on coaching through our small group training program & continue her work through marketing. We are thrilled to have Reese join staff!
Outreach
Mary Doell led Imago Dei’s local outreach program. This took place at a local apartment complex comprised of refugees representing multiple nationalities including Congolese, Ugandans, Burmese, Zimbabweans and many more. Mary helped with English speaking courses and partnered with the Fusion Foundation to run a soccer clinic for over 40 players.
Sports ministry training
Jeremiah Anderson concentrated on enhancing Imago Dei’s sports ministry and discipleship approach. Imago Dei’s ministry curriculum is systematically broken down by age group in order to share the gospel as efficiently and lovingly as possible. Imago Dei has also placed an emphasis on discipleship, practiced in both small group programs (school age athletes) and U23 programs (collegiate athletes).
U23 Training Programs
Imago Dei’s U23 programs are designed to give collegiate soccer players a Christ centered atmosphere where they can grow as players and as people. Ben Lefever, a rising junior at Messiah University, stated "I came to Imago Dei for a really cool balance of playing soccer and getting better, but also, having opportunities to minister the word of Christ and grow in my own faith as well." Players engaged in intentional fellowship opportunities throughout their summer in the Triad including weekly worship nights, group activities, and shared meals.
On a personal note, Rachel and I welcomed our first child, Mac Alexander Robbins, into the world on July 1st! We would appreciate your prayers as we navigate being parents.
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