Friday, March 27, 2015

Today in the PC-USA Mission Yearbook

The Mission Yearbook for Prayer and Study is a daily devotional with 365 inspiring mission stories that come from next door and all across the globe. It inspires thousands of Presbyterians daily as they uphold the mission of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) in intercessory prayer. How often have you wondered, where are the young adults in the PC(USA)? Wonder no longer. The 2014 Presbyterian Mission Yearbook for Prayer and Study is devoted to the theme of young adults in the church. Its stories, many told by young adults, lift up how Presbyterians of all ages are engaging and joining with Presbyterian young adults in reforming the church for Christ’s mission.


Today in the Mission Yearbook: March 27, 2015

PRESBYTERY OF THE PINES, ARKANSAS AND LOUISIANA - Since 1988, MedCamps of Louisiana has partnered with the Presbytery of the Pines to “improve the health and wellness of people living with chronic illnesses and disabilities through unique recreational and educational camping experiences.” In the beginning, MedCamps provided one week of residential camping for 13 campers with severe asthma and allergies. Since then MedCamps has grown to serve almost 400 campers a year.

Over its history, MedCamps has served over 3,500 children living with various illnesses and disabilities, including sickle-cell anemia, spina bifida, cerebral palsy, orthopedic conditions, Down syndrome, epilepsy, autism, and numerous hearing, speech, and visual impairment ...

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