I am going to Memphis this July on a mission trip and have sent out the following letter to ask for prayer and support. I am asking for financial support, not only so that I will be able to do this, but also so that others can take part in God's work.

Some of you I know I've sent it to, but if you feel led to respond in some way, let me know. :)

May 31, 2007


Dear Family and Friends,

I hope this letter finds you and your family well!

I’ve been given the opportunity to go on a mission trip to Memphis, Tennessee on July 14-21! I will be on a team with approximately 10 other individuals from my church (Austin Stone Community Church), and our goal is to minister to the physical and spiritual needs of people. We are partnering with Hope Presbyterian Church to participate in educational programs and other community development initiatives within the local community.

I’d like to ask if you would be willing to keep myself and our team in your prayers- that God’s hand would be on us and that His will be done.

Another way to be involved in what God is doing is financially. It is the responsibility of each person to raise his/her own support for the cost of the mission trip. In order to participate, I must raise $600. Your help in this would be greatly appreciated (and tax deductible)!

If you would like to help financially, a check can be made to Austin Stone Community Church. On the memo portion of your check you can note Memphis.

If I receive financial support which exceeds the amount needed to cover the trip, all additional funds will be allocated to helping other team members participate.

Thank you in advance for partnering with me in this and taking part in the work that God is doing in Memphis, and everywhere! Even if you are unable to contribute financially, please pray as I prepare for this mission trip. I look forward to sharing with you soon what God has done in Memphis because of the efforts by you and everyone who is a part of this trip.

“All glory to him who loves us and has freed us from our sins by shedding his blood for us.” Revelation 1:5

Because of Him,
Lauren