Day 6 - Fat Tuesday

Last Days

Fat Tuesday, the biggest day of Mardi Gras. We finished the 24/7 Prayer Room, with about 18 people that wandered in and came to know the Lord. A young man named Benjamin was saved on this day. De'Shon, Stephen & Benjamin were three young men who dedicated their lives to Jesus this week. After midnight on one of the largest party days in the world, these 3 men were baptized, becoming new creations in Christ. (II Cor. 5:17)

The Return

Hours before we were set to return to Kansas City, God opened a door for De'Shon to come back with us. He left his former life in New Orleans, and came to IHOP to start fresh with the Lord. Be praying as he steps into this new life (and culture). God's leadership is perfect

Love 4 Leadership

A true father's heart is rare these days, but I believe we've found one in our fearless leader. Chuck, your compassion is unsurpassed, and as the general of this army you always equipped us with the "belt of truth." You never relented to share the word of God, give a prayer or any of the many other ways you poured yourself out. Thank you, Chuck.

As a leader, one of your main roles is to serve

 people - going under them in order to lift them up. Mary, we felt your prayers in the day as you led the Night Watch. During your waking hours, your caring words and encouraging smile shined  from a pastor's heart.

This prayer warrior did more than just take charge

 of a prayer room in the unique setting of Mardi Gras. He led worship with our great musicians and shared the Lord with the lost. Most of all, I see Peter as a man of character, leading by example and loving with compassion. Thank you, Peter, for your leadership and diligence on this trip.

This man of God flows with the word of God like a

 river flows with water. Sean remained steadfast and strong, regardless of the opposition we faced. He seemed to be a natural at this kind of thing.  Just as God has taught you to share His word with people, so He is using you to teach others. His plans for you are great.

We'd like to say a BIIIIG....

...Thank You! 

To the CRI Team (www.criout.org) who served through transportation, housing and food preparation during the whole trip. You truly are enablers.

To the Intercessors who I believe are a huge part of "preparing the way" for authentic ministry. "Those who sow in tears will reap with shouts of joy." -Ps. 126:5

To Hal Linhardt & the IHOP Evangelism Team for encouraging and enabling us. Not all your work & support can be recognized, but that's what treasures in heaven are for. :)

To Vieux Carre Baptist Church for The Overflow Cafe. You also enabled personal evangelism as we brought people from the streets back to your wonderful dwelling place.

To Vieux Carre Assembly of God for an awesome opportunity to have a prayer room. We never want to do an outreach with a prayer room now. May your ministry be blessed.

To Mark & Robin Drouin with Central City Missions for the wonderful place to stay. You have a beautiful place there. God bless you. (www.centralcitymissions.com)

To the Most High Savior of this world, who will be returning soon. Jesus Christ, thank you for all those that you welcomed into your eternal kingdom this week. Thank you for all the seeds planted and watered, that you will be bringing to yourself soon. Thank you for who you are and the glory that you released on this trip. What's next, Jesus?

Video Updates!

This is a video report of the outreach. The music is from KJ-52's Behind the Musik album.

This is a Picture Slideshow of the trip with Jason Upton's "Beautiful People."