Connection 2011

Connection 2011 Unhindered, Unstoppable, Undistracted was a tremendous successful with 477 girls and leaders who attended conferences, worship services, even and did some Zumba! Girls were challenged by conferences about learning to study the Word, glorifying God through relationships, respecting their purity and much more. We added a Late Night option a few years ago and had enjoyed having this element of fun for Friday and Saturday night. One of the most successful things we have done was this year’s Zumba class. Zumba is a form of exercise based on Latin dance. The girls had a great time and a great workout! Amanda Dean, former TN WMU specialist, was our Connection speaker and she challenged girls to live a life unhindered by sin, other influences, and circumstances. She spoke through her testimony showing girls that we can be unstoppable by running the race even when times are hard. She encouraged girls that if they keep their eyes on Christ, being undistracted by the world, and put on His armor we will find success and finish the Christian race well. It was such a privilege to have Amanda back in Tennessee and I know girls’ lives were changed through her message! Jason and Emily Moore, ISC missionaries that just recently returned to the states from Italy, shared with the girls through worship and conference about living the life as a missionary in Italy. Highlights from their time included in introduced to what ISC/Journeyman program looks like, stories of sharing their faith through relationship evangelism, and the power of praying for missionaries on the field. Its such a privilege to share Connection with Acteens each year. My spirit is strengthened and I see Christ work in my life each year. It’s a blessing, beyond blessings to get to serve along our conference leaders, worship leaders, and speakers. This year’s line up was fantastic and I know that Christ used their words, testimonies, stories, and resources to change lives for His glory. If you don’t have girls from your church at Connection make 2012 the first, they will walk about encouraged, grown, and inspired to take their faith to the next level!