The mission of Citylight Global is to empower Citylight Church to faithfully join Jesus’ Kingdom movement of multiplying disciples and churches among all peoples by discovering the mission of God, developing members of all ages to step into the various roles of this mission, and sending those called to GO to the unreached. Each summer, Citylight sends short term mission teams to serve. This summer six teams are being sent. One team of students serving locally; Two teams made up of couples, families and members; and three teams of college students.
The Salt Company (Citylight’s college ministry) is sending three teams. There are teams going to the Dominican Republic, Taiwan and Albania. Three students, one from each team, share their “why” in going and prayer requests:
“I’m going to Albania this summer because I believe that God has called me to step out of my comfort zone in faith and share the truths of Jesus with college students who may have never heard the gospel before. I want to live out the love of Christ in a place where there’s a need, and to be a light in a culture that is looking for purpose and truth. My prayer this summer is that God uses our team to build deep relationships and plant seeds in the local ministry that last beyond the 7 weeks we’re overseas. Please pray for boldness in our conversations, unity within our team, and loving hearts toward the students we meet. Pray that we’d rely on the Spirit daily, not our own strength or accomplishments. - Ben”
“I am going on the Dominican Republic trip because I get to spread the Lords good news to the unreached! It is such a blessing that I get to know Jesus and have a personal relationship with him. Being able to go out and be sent to create even just one light in this broken world would make the biggest difference. I’m also going to form a deeper connection with the Lord and my teammates. We will be in a different country with a language barrier and cultural difference. We will be able to use this opportunity to rely on and trust in the Lord and his plan as well as growing in relations with my brothers and sisters in Christ. I’m so excited for this experience and I am so grateful that I get to do it with Citylight. Please pray that the people we encounter in the DR have hearts soften to Gods word and their minds open and willing to trust in him. I want to pray over any trials or challenges my team may face and that we rely on Jesus during those times. Please pray that our hearts are prepared and that we use this season of preparation to strengthen our bond with Christ. Lastly, pray for safe travels. - Dania”
“I am going to Taiwan this summer because I’ve been learning about Gods heart for the lost and the nations. I felt a tug on my heart to go and make disciples. I think the more I’ve seen God change my life, and so many others around me, how could I not go and take part of what God wants to do around the world? I’m going because Jesus tells us to go, and I want to be faithful to that. Please pray for safety for me and our team. Pray for the people we will interact with, and that God would open doorways for the gospel to speed ahead and for God to be honored. Pray for hearts being softened and that the Lord would stir the hearts of men and women. - Isaiah”
Also, two teams are being sent to Jamaica to serve at a children’s home. One couple shares their “why” in going along with prayer:
“We are going to Jamaica because we want to be faithful with opportunities God has given to us. We love global missions. I am graduating from nursing school, and I’ve always wanted to do medical mission. I’ve had no exposure to missions, but Levi has so this will be good for me. We decided to hold off on doing long term missions right now and instead choosing to be faithful right here where God has placed us. We love kids and this is one way to be faithful in that while going overseas. We’ve wanted to do a trip together. We are very passionate about who we are serving and where we are going this summer. We are excited to see God’s character and to work alongside a group and the growth God is going to do in us. Please pray for God to show us how to love and care for the kids in an intentional way. For ways to show the Gospel to them. Pray for protection over our hearts and that we are wise and sensitive with our words and actions with the kids. I want to love each kid where they are at. Pray against pride and instead be the hands and feet of Jesus and give God all the glory. - Levi and Emma”
Church family ... Please be praying that Jesus would be moving IN and THROUGH each member of our teams. If you are wanting to be a part of supporting all of Citylight’s short-term trips, you can give at https://app.managedmissions.com/Donations/Donate/88932