We had an amazing day full of prayer walking, service projects, and relational ministry. After breakfast and personal devotions Pastor Ed spoke to us about the power of prayer walking, and gave us instructions on what streets to go on. New Community really has a vision for “praying on-sight with insight” and we had an incredible time walking the streets of Dolton praying for strongholds to be broken, souls to be won, and lives to be redeemed. In the late morning we divided up into two groups. One group attacked the jungle surrounding several abandoned houses in the neighborhood, and the other group worked at a local park clearing brush and painting a fence surrounding a basketball court. It’s exciting to see the transformations take place before our very eyes! The VBS and sports ministry in the afternoon included a lot of time to share the gospel message with kids in small groups. Using creative cardboard visual aids called flipper-flappers, we had the privilege of walking a lot of kids through the story of salvation, and then praying with them. Seeds are planted that we believe by faith will grow into fruition. The evening 3-on-3 basketball tournament was a huge success! We had a huge turn-out, in part because of the door-hangers we hung on Monday, and also by word of mouth. We excitedly cheered on as one of our teams of three actually beat a local team! While part of the team interacted with those watching the tournament, the other half of the team started a kickball game in the field next to the gym. Where there is a game, kids will show up! We had quite a lot of kids show up, and we’re hoping for even more tomorrow! Pray for a spirit of power, of love, and a sound mind as each one of us steps outside our comfort zones to show God’s love to the people of Dolton.