"Be the last of a dying breed, it's time that we MAN UP"
- Christian rap group 116 Clique
This summer as we tried to reimagine what our time might look like with the middle school boys group memories of boy scouts starting filling our mind. It seemed like the boys needed to be challenged out of their comfort zone, try new things, and begin to be challenged to step into MANHOOD in a way that would honor Christ. I knew sashes and tight pants would not go over well with the boys. So we decided to go off the theme of this new hip hop song put out by Lacrae and friends called MAN UP. This song boldly challenges young men to grow up in Christ and to wrap their identity up in him, living unashamed for the gospel. Our message this summer has been just that. The most MANLY thing someone can do is to surrender their life to Jesus Christ and have the courage to follow him regardless of the cost. Each Sunday night we have been reiterating this message though a bible study that starts at 6pm at Mercy Street. Throughout the week the boys have had a chance to attend huddles (in lieu of merit badges) to gain a skill or try something different. Thusfar, we have offered photography, rock climbing, car maintenance, cooking, and nutrition to name a few. In July, we will teach them how to edit video, build picnic tables, mountain bike, and canoe. It is a packed full summer! If your mentee is in middle school and is just sitting around the house this summer be sure to call up Garrett and get him plugged in. It's time that we MAN UP!
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