Spring Update 2008

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School of the Spirit – January

Brother Harry Schmidt made his first visit to LRM for this annual event. His teaching on Monday & Tuesday were appreciated by all! Despite challenges in the weather nearly 70 people attended the various meetings. Wed—Fri was Spirit-led “Body Ministry,” where the people from the congregation shared from their hearts. Sister Doris Ely ministered powerfully on Friday night.

Int’l Children’s Ministry Institute began Feb. 27

Eight first-year and five second-year students registered for this year’s ICMI, with students attending from Washington, Michigan, Pennsylvania, Illinois, India, and Guatemala, Central America. Fourteen teachers (including 8 new teachers and several area ministers) are giving excellent classes. Ten part-time students are also attending. The hunger of the students makes our efforts well worth it!

Women’s Conference with Dr. Sandra Kennedy



The “Women in Ministry” luncheon was one of the best ever with prayer in groups and a dynamic message by our own Donna Kazenske. www.surewordministries.net Dr. Kennedy was new to us, but she won our hearts with her solid, biblically-based teaching and her friendly, approachable manner. She taught with such anointing that many
were healed just hearing the Word! See: www.sandrakennedy.org

LRM “Friends Gatherings” – Caseyville & Springfield, IL





It has been refreshing for us to meet LRM friends and partners in these informal gatherings. We are encouraged by the love and interest of the people. Our next gathering will be in Lincoln, IL on May 3 and Benton, IL May 23. For further information please contact Laura Templeton at: templeton@consolidated.net

ICMI Youth Ministry Course (3 credits) - June 2008

This intensive 36-hour course will be of benefit to youth leaders, ICMI alumni, etc. Topics to be covered: Biblical Basis; Historic Heroes; Understanding Adolescents; Understanding Teens; Issues facing the
teens (family, music, evolution, drugs, sex, porn, etc); Biblical Counseling & Mentoring; Church Ministry; Outreach Ministry; Holy Spirit & Revival; True Worship; etc. Teachers will come to “block teach” their specialized area for several hours. “Cutting edge” resources will be available. Housing and meals will be provided. Cost: $300 will cover room & board and offerings to speakers. Each student should bring extra money to buy resource materials to take back to their home church. Scholarships for all LIA counselors and others as needed. Register now at: www.icmi.us

Outreach to Native Americans - May 2008

This one-week trip will take you to the Sioux Indian Reservation in Mission, South Dakota. The three-fold purpose of this trip is to build “relational bridges,” hold Bible studies, and engage in intercessory prayer for the Native American people. If you are interested in going, please contact Margo at 217-324-6215.


Love in Action (LIA)



LIA is a youth discipleship training program sponsored by LRM. LIA began in 2000 and has proven to be an effective way for youth to experience God, be trained in effective ministry, and to help them develop a passion for winning souls. LIA is an intense program merging Bible study, prayer, worship, servanthood, team ministry, and outreach to ignite the fire of revival in each student. Youth participants ages 12—17 and counselor opportunities for those 18 and older. A great way to gain leadership experience! LIA 2008 runs from June 29—Aug 5 in Litchfield, IL. Pre-registration is required. For further information contact Matt at loveinaction@consolidated.net or call 217-324-6215.

Ministers’ Prayer Gathering

Fourth Thursday of every month. Begins at 10:00 AM - 717 W. Union Ave, Litchfield in the prayer chapel of the Book Nook. Come for personal sharing and prayer; especially designed for those in leadership.

Global Day of Prayer www.praystl.org

Sunday May 11, 4:00 PM at Busch Stadium in St. Louis, MO. Join hundreds of millions of Christians who will meet all over the world in stadiums, auditoriums and churches to worship and pray.

Litchfield Book Nook

Located at 717 W Union Ave, Litchfield, the Book Nook has Christian books, CD’s, DVD’s and more! Open Tues - Fri 2:00—6:00 PM and Sat 1:00—5:00 PM. Some items are not found anywhere else in the area! BMother’s Day, Graduation and Father’s Day!

ICMI Graduation - May

See www.icmi.us for details

CTC - Christian Training Conference

LRM family conference once again needs a facility! The Litchfield Community Center no longer allows events of more than one day in duration. Please pray that we will find a suitable place to have the conference during the first weekWatch www.icmi.us for the latest announcements.

LRM/ICMI India Base



The faithful team there have faced several challenges concerning their housing and finding the right printer, etc. Please pray for all resistance to be broken and for the quick establishment of His vision for training, teaching materials, teachers’ magazine, resource libraries, etc. See monthly updates with photos and video clips www.ricksspace.net

Overseas Opportunities

• JAPAN - Alma Bermejo will help CFNI-Japan pioneer their new course in children and family ministry.

• MOZAMBIQUE - Laura Templeton and Angela Baker have tentative plans for the next ICMI in Maputo, Moz.

• E. EUROPE GLOBAL CHILDRENS TEACHER’S SUMMIT 2009 - Dana Carbone is seeking a suitable venue in the Ukraine. Please pray for the Father’s will concerning the best location and time.

• AFRICAN FRENCH-SPEAKING ICMI 2009 - This one-month course will be offered to teachers from the 20+ French-speaking African nations. Praneeded correspondence in French.

Sunshine Park Update



The 10-acre wooded “campus” is STILL being appraised for the possible purchase by a trust for LRM. Please pray! We have only until mid-June to continue to use our Union Ave facility.

Thank you for your continued investment in the missions vision of LRM!

Gwen Moffat Davis and the LRM staff