Exploring challenges of speaking Norwegian, refining mission and vision for church planting, reflecting on past struggles and blessings, finding comfort in a sacred verse, building mission community in Norway with focus on collaboration and cultural sensitivity.
Playing guitar at a Norwegian youth camp provided a language immersion and valuable ministry experience.
Strategizing with a pastor emphasized the importance of clear communication and cooperation for church planting.
Deep dives
Overview of a Youth Band Experience at Vagelschai Youth Camp
Attending a large youth camp in Vagelschai, a city in Norway, the podcast host shares his experience playing electric guitar in the youth band. Immersed in the Norwegian language, the camp offered a valuable language learning experience. Witnessing baptisms and connecting with students added to the rewarding ministry experience, highlighting the impact of the camp on personal and spiritual growth.
Meeting with Benta to Plan Church Planting
The podcast host discusses a significant meeting with Benta, a pastor from their church, to strategize and clarify their mission and vision for church planting. Committing to codify their mission and vision, the team aims to align their goals and prepare for the next steps in planting a church. The meeting emphasized the importance of clear communication and cooperation with church leadership.
Team Retreat to Define Mission and Values
The team engages in a retreat to solidify their mission, vision, and values for their upcoming church plant. By focusing on defining their mission community and practical goals, the retreat serves as a pivotal moment to align their purpose and objectives. Through collaboration and in-depth discussions, the team emerges with a clearer direction for their ministry.
Guest Speaker at Nordic Chinese Christian Church Camp
The podcast host reflects on being a guest speaker at a camp organized by the Nordic Chinese Christian church. Delivering sessions on God's attributes, wisdom from Proverbs, and engaging in a simulated atheism discussion, the experience fostered collaboration and spiritual growth. The host appreciates the cultural diversity and support provided by the congregation.
Join Jacob and Cam as they discuss some of what Word First accomplished during this busy August, including their progress toward planting a church in Oslo!