I'm Going to Germany!

It's been a little over 10 years since my last missions trip. Having gone to NCC for the last 5 years it seems crazy that it's been so long.

In October I'll be heading to Berlin, Germany with National Community church on a new mission: To engage locals in discussions of faith through art.

There isn't an overwhelming physical need in Berlin, but the spiritual need in Germany is just as devastating. After German reunification in 1990, Berlin is re-establishing itself as one of the most influential cities in Europe. Berlin shapes the landscape of politics, arts and media, culture, and academics throughout Germany. Yet the controversial history of Berlin continues to affect the vibe of the city. It forms a society of vast diversity, open tolerance, alternate lifestyles, and an edginess that is uniquely Berlin. Berlin is no longer the land of Luther. It's a secular hub of atheism and agnosticism, but a place of great hope and potential. To contextualize the gospel in this post-Christian landscape requires creativity and imagination. This won't be your average church mission trip. We'll spend a few days engaging the city's social justice issues like human trafficking, drug addiction, urban poverty, and refugee issues. We'll then spend a few days responding to what we've experienced through art: music, photography, painting, etc. The trip will culminate in a two day art gallery where we'll engage locals in discussions of faith through the art we have created around these issues. We'll be partnering with John Hasler, an NCC staff member working with Reach Global who is preparing to launch a marketplace ministry.

An art based trip makes a lot of sense for me to be heading on as I've spent the last couple of months really being active in how the church can embrace the arts community. I've super excited to go over to Germany and use the talents and abilities God has given me to further his Kingdom and bring glory to his name.

Please pray for me and my team members as we travel on this journey. If you feel led to support me financially, it would be a blessing.

http://www.razoo.com/story/Bryan-Fundraising-For-Berlin-2011-Team-1