We asked the 2010-2011 this year to show us some of the things that are important to them as young leaders, teen girls, and Acteens. Their insight below to the question, “Why you enjoy Acteens?” shows us
Rachel: Acteens has been an awesome experience. it allows me to grow spiritually, as well as in my friendships with the other girls at church. It provides me with opportunities to serve others and to share God's love with other people. i love that Acteens allows me to spend time with my friends while growing spiritually. i feel like friendships founded in a love for God last forever, and through Acteens these relationships are built. It also provides me with new insight to God's word and His love for me through the devotions and activities we do.
Alyssa: I enjoy Acteens because it really gets me involved in my church! Acteens allows me to get closer with the girls from my church as well. In Acteens we do the Quest For Confidence book together which really draws us all closer because we're learning new things together, which i love! I also enjoy Acteens because it opens doors for alot of mission activites. I love missions and feel the calling to be a missionary so Acteens allows me to have many opportunities!
Sara: Before joining Acteens, I was probably one of the shyest people you would ever meet. I would just smile and wave when people would talk to me. Then, my mom said to me, “You should started going to Acteens, meet some new people.” So I went and almost immediately I loved! Finally I was able to interact with girls who didn’t care what you looked like or what school you went to. They were just grateful that you were there to learn about how to fall deeper in love with Jesus. From joining Acteens, I have made many remarkable Christian friends and have learned how exactly I should be living my life for Jesus. I feel that Acteens has been one of the most beneficial experiences in my life. God purposely had me join Acteens and I am so thankful that He did!
Savannah: Why do I enjoy Acteens? Well, for one, no boys allowed. J Acteens is a place for teenage girls to escape the drama and distractions of everyday life and just be with other Christian girls who believe like each other. I love our Acteens group because we know everything about each other, we learn about missions, and we are always there for each other at any time. Acteens has introduced me to several things and people and I am thankful that I have had the opportunity to be in Acteens.
Brooke: I enjoy Acteens because it is a positive place for girls to gather and socialize with a positive peer group. Also, Acteens provides the opportunity for girls to learn about local and foreign missions. Another reason that I enjoy Acteens is because it not only teaches you about missions, but it also gives you the chance to participate in missions by serving in your own community. Through Acteens, the North American Mission Board provides mission trips across the country. These are just a few of the many reasons that I enjoy Acteens!
Maisen: Acteens is more than just a Wednesday night activity, to me. My Acteens leader, Andrea Young, is the bomb and I know I can go to her for anything. The girls in my group are so special to me and being an Acteen has given me friendships that will last a lifetime! I have had so many opportunities to step out in my faith with Acteens. The girls and my leaders really push me to step out of my comfort zone and be bold for my Savior! I have also learned so much about Missions and Missionaries and how to pray for them.
