By: Kaleb Jentzsch Associate Director of CIA Picture a bridge. Yes, they come in many shapes and sizes but picture any bridge you want. Perhaps an old wooden covered bridge that has warning signs like “foot traffic only” or “only one vehicle at a time”. It could be an old one lane stone bridge.…
Rachel Shively Director of the 4.12 Leadership Training Program When you think of graduation ceremonies, you probably think of photos, decorations, certificates, tears, and all things sentimental. While each of these things played a part in this year’s 4.12 Graduation Celebration, even more beautiful moments and lessons were shared that made this graduation unique…
By Aaron E. Ziebarth, Executive Director There’s nothing like a great celebration! In my 19 years at Joy El I can point to many times of celebration. Every Friday night at the conclusion of summer camp, we celebrate all that God has done during the past week, especially the children who began relationships with…
By: Jan Diaz Director of Bible Adventure “How do I know if I’m going to Heaven?” The fifth grade student was intently watching and listening as we made words of our paper cross tear activity in Bible Adventure (where I was recently visiting). After the teacher explained the cross and why Jesus had to…