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Academy 2005-06 - Review |
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Academy Boys Academy
Girls
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Frank, Kev and Rich,
Nick, Josh and Jonny Anna, Josie, Emedien and Sas |
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Teaching
Days |
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‘How, then, can
they call on the one they have not believed in?
And how can
they believe in the one of whom they have not
heard?’
Romans 10 v 14 |
‘I can’t
believe how much my faith and understanding has grown!’
‘Teaching and studies were brilliant – loved every
Friday! Firm foundations
to build on for the rest of my
life!’
‘My overall knowledge of God’s word has improved no end
– feel I have
matured in Christ immensely!’
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School
Missions/ One Day Camps |
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‘How
beautiful are the feet of those who bring good news!’
Romans 10 v 15 |
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‘I feel I have gained
confidence in leading others.’
‘I have benefited from
being forced out of my comfort zone on many occasions.’
‘Amazing times away
from our placements.’
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When
everything in life is stripped away except God and
we trust him more because of it, this is gain, and
he is glorified'
John Piper |
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Church
placements |
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‘Enjoyed
working with young people and helping them grow in their
faith.’
‘Work with the pathfinders has been really fruitful for
me, especially small group, awesome experience in
planning and leading bible studies and great to see the
young people grow in Christ.’ |
What the youth leaders
said....
‘In small group
they certainly had a great impact on the faith of the young
people.’
‘They provided great support for my small group and
helped me care for the girls. They gave creativity and
enthusiasm to their work.’
‘It aided us in our
discipleship and fellowship with regard to pathfinders…some
outreach impact with the sports plus days…mentoring young
people helped to encourage those on the fringes.’
‘The Academy programme
provided students who love God and love young people and
were willing to build relationships with them in order to
share the gospel and encourage Christian growth.’
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Scotland
Retreat |
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‘Good to reflect and see how much you’ve grown in your faith
over such a short time.’
‘Amazing scenes!’ |
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Lanzarote |
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We loved you so
much that we were delighted to share with you not only
the gospel of God but our
lives as well.’ 1 Thess 2 v 8
‘Only one life twill soon be past;
Only what’s done For Christ will
last.’
J
Piper |
‘Lanzarote was a
brilliant chance to relax but also explore God’s word
with our non-Christian friends, where questions could
arise without awkwardness. An amazing opportunity for
them to spend a week with Christians and see we’re
completely normal!
A great week!’
‘A chance to relax in
the sun, play some sport and share the great news of
Christ with my closest non-Christian friend in an
environment where she didn’t feel threatened –
brilliant!’ |
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General Quotes
‘I seriously couldn’t think of
anything I’d rather have done in my gap year.’
‘Thank you for showing me the truth.’
‘The best five months of my life.’
“The best five months of my life, learning about God,
building new friendships, playing sport and preparing me
for university.”
“My highlight has been learning to play my sport for an
audience of one, and representing Christ in my team.”
“I've learnt that it takes great courage and
understanding to live differently. Awesome times I will
remember them forever.”
“Some of the best times of my life, class to know you
have friends for life.”
Parents' Quotes
‘God
has really spoken to him about various stuff in his life
and we are so grateful for the ongoing input that you
have had into their lives. The teaching has been
amazing and practical advice is always so encouraging.’
‘John
and I are thrilled with how Tom has grown and matured –
both in his faith and in himself. We feel that he
couldn’t have had a better gap year and that he has
learnt lessons for life that will be a brilliant
foundation for everything he does from here onwards.’
(Names
Changed)
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And the
quote of the year…
‘Bring on the finish line’ |
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