2015 Team Member Introduction - Mackenzie

Phew, I thought I'd get these up much quicker but the start of the school year has me feeling behind at every step already!

The next team member that I want to introduce is Mackenzie. I first met Mackenzie several years ago when we both worked in the 2 year old room at our church. Mackenzie has an amazing maturity for her age, is so incredibly helpful and loves playing with kids. I'm thrilled that she is one of our team members for next summer.

Please meet Mackenzie...

Why did you sign up for this trip?

I signed up because I'm passionate about helping orphans and I wanted to show or demonstrate God's love in a way that they may not have been exposed to yet. 

What interests you about serving in an orphanage?

I am interested in seeing the way that the children are treated and witnessing first hand what it is like, as well as getting a chance to maybe tell some of their stories back in the states.

What interests you about serving in China?

In China things are very different than they are here, and the United States has many benefits that China doesn't, such as freedom to have multiple children. I want to allow God to expose me to those differences and smash any ideas that I may have had prior to going about China. 

What are your biggest concerns about the trip?

My biggest concerns are probably that we will be in a place that may not have a lot of the things we're used to, such as toilets that flush, and of course, water that we can drink. My more emotional concerns are that I won't be able to bond with the children or get to connect with any of them.

What are you most looking forward to on this trip?

I'm most looking forward to getting to meet all these kids, learn their stories, and just show God to them, and maybe learn some stuff on the way.

Anything else you want to tell us?

I've been to China before, but I've never visited an orphanage myself, so this is a completely new experience for me.

Favorite Bible verse?

Probably Romans 13:11-12.

Please keep Mackenzie in your prayers as we prepare to serve the children of China.