Many Lipscomb students escape the “Spring Break” stereotype of sizzling sun and fun on Florida beaches by embarking on mission trips.
Approximately 430 Lipscomb students are preparing to spend their spring breaks serving others through mission trips across the United States and beyond.
This year, students will be traveling to 10 different countries on 23 different trips to serve others and spread the love of God during the break that begins March 18.
Paul Stevens, the Lipscomb Missions Coordinator, said he’s excited about all the good students will do on their mission trips. He also recommended that students should start preparing for their trips now.
“It’s important for students to attend their team meetings, fundraise diligently and, most importantly, build relationships with their fellow team members,” Stevens said.
Mission teams have already started preparing for their trips, but it is not too late to sign up for a spring break mission trip. Stevens encourages those toying with the idea to not hesitate in joining a team.
“What’s keeping you from it?” Stevens said enthusiastically. “There are so many different opportunities. We have a team that, one way or another, is going to incorporate something that you absolutely love to do and glorify God through something that comes to them very naturally.”
Lipscomb first year pharmacy student Michelle Roberts, who has been on three Lipscomb mission trips, echoes Stevens’ enthusiasm.
“Mission trips are memories you will never forget,” Roberts said.
If you are interested in joining a mission trip, information about trips that are still open is available outside of the Missions Center in Ezell. If you have any questions, contact Paul Stevens at paul.stevens@lipscomb.edu.
Original post: http://www.luminationnetwork.com/2013/02/19/spring-break-mission-trips-filling-up-430-already-set-to-participate/
Kathryn McKinley 