“Go and make disciples of all nations baptizing them in the name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit.  Teach them to observe all things that I have commanded you.  And remember, I am with you always, to the end of the age.” - Matthew 28:19-20

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LOL At Lewiston Root Cellar

Lewiston, Maine is a small city of about 40,000 people, but it has, per capita, the highest population of Muslims in the United States. This formerly French Canadian community is now 20 percent first generation African immigrants, refugees and asylum seekers. In the middle of one of the city's poorest, and most African, neighborhoods is the Root Cellar. The Root Cellar is a Christian mission that provide ESL citizenship and GED classes, after school tutoring, a food pantry, community meals, youth group and so much more. This week it was LOL's privilege to visit their ministry and do a show for their kids program.

My nine middle school students (2 were absent) spent the afternoon learning about refugees from the director, Joel. After that session, we set up for our show, finishing just as the RC kids began to arrive. The two groups of kids then had 45 to play together before our show started. It was amazing watching the kids from the Root Cellar (mostly a couple years younger than my students) playing with the LOL kids. Spontaneous games of hide and seek, tag, and nerf basketball were going in one room, while kids read together or colored together in another. I have pictures of this, but have not been able to get them on my gallery. I do have some up on my brand new Facebook page, so check them out there.

Suddenly the momentum kicked up a notch, if that's possible, and all the kids went outside to a hill between two apartment buildings adjacent to the mission. It was a steep, icy hill, and the kids all had old cardboard boxes that they used as sleds. What a blast!

When the show finally started the performers and audience had become friends. Every time I introduced a new dancer, juggler, illusionist or actor, the crowd went wild. My students felt like rock stars. In fact, they also performed like rock stars, as every routine was excellent. Technically, it was the best show of a very successful year so far.

After we finished, there was a little more time to interact, pet the bunny, and promise we'd come back some time. And we will.
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The presentation was fun and encouraging... The gospel message was clear and encouraging. I purchased your book and just finished it. Your scope is broad and again encouraging. May God continue to bless your ministry. I will encourage others to read your book. -Parishioner of a local church

"Hey, I  wanted to say that was a great message in chapel today! It touched something:) thanks for doing it!" -High School Student  

"We are so grateful that you brought your amazing ministry back to our church this year... The Gospel message you bring applies to all!  It is such a positive, valuable work that you do."  -Coordinator of Christian Ed. UCC Church

"There's no questioning it. This is powerful stuff. It's extremely touching at times, never less than entertaining, and I see a lot of sincere love for Jesus in you guys."  -Dwight Lilies, song writer

The Lord has given you a wonderful window through which to present the Gospel!   - Field Director of Alliance Missions to Paraguay

"What a wonderful ministry to both children and adults.  In past years it has been a struggle to arrange programing that would hold the attention of all ages, but also challenge each heart with God's gift of Salvation.  Thank you for sharing your ministry."  -Sunday School Sup't.

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