My ORANGE Experience #2

Wow, this has been a week of firsts for me. My first time blogging. My first time flying (in a really, really long time). But must importantly, my first time going to the Orange conference in Atlanta. What can I say about the conference, other than it was AWESOME! I went with a really terrific group of people--several zany but loveable children’s ministry leaders from Cooper and Sawgrass (and of course, I was representing Doral). We were bombarded with so much information it was at times overwhelming. But, I can’t wait to put some of the great ideas into action. I have worked with children for many years in various churches, and I’ll admit that I was getting a little stale. No more! God has awakened in me a renewed fervor to reach the next generation (while they are still reachable). To, as they say in Orange, awaken their wonder to the marvels of our God; guide them to discover their own relationship with their Heavenly Father; and ignite in them a passion to share Jesus with others. Thank you, FRC, for including me in this great experience.

Sara Reyes, Children’s Ministry Volunteer, Doral Campus