Throughout the gospels we learn of people who encountered Jesus and were forever transformed.  Because that’s what Jesus does…He is the ultimate transformer who is able to transform anyone and anything.  

The idea of being TRANSFORMED shaped the entire children’s ministry at Aldersgate 2011, as we sought to learn lessons from those in scripture who were changed by Jesus.  From the widow whose son was brought back to life to the thief on the cross to the blind beggar, we learned that one encounter with Jesus is all it takes.

For those who may not know much about the children’s ministry at Aldersgate, believe me when I say that God is doing a mighty work in this young generation.  I marvel when I watch the youngest of hands being lifted in praise during times of worship or when I hear the names of God being uttered by those who can barely read… “Adonai”, “Jehovah”, “Elohim”, these are the names by which this young generation knows our God.  Nor is there hesitancy to speak truth when asked, whether it be about the truth of the gospel or about the harder questions of life.  If you have ever wondered about the faith of a child, know that for these kids it is both deep and wide.

In looking forward to this incredible ministry at next year’s Aldersgate Conference, we would covet your prayers.  In particular, we would ask that you pray for a deeper understanding and partnership with God in the work He is doing among our children.  Pray that we would have the privilege of watching God pour out His Spirit on the world through these kids.