This past Sabbath, students led out in seven different churches in school-wide Students with a Testimony (SWAT) trip. Overseen by Chaplain Lindsey Santana, the theme for the weekend was being a disciple of Jesus. Students traveled as far as Grand Junction and Colorado Springs, and even conducted a service at a Spanish-speaking congregation. Students were in charge of running the entire church service, including song service, children’s story, special music, and the sermon. Evie Lange, a junior, was a part of a saxophone duet with Quiana Davis at the Grand Junction SDA Church. “I was excited to do special music,” Lange shared, “It was fun to play with another saxophonist because I have never done it before.” “The church was very welcoming,” Lange furthered; “Their arms were always open to us and they fed us a delicious lunch. We even stayed Friday night in some church members' homes; they were very kind.” Jasmine Smittick, a senior, was among the students that were selected to give a sermon. Smittick reflected, “I was very worried at first and overwhelmed, but as I continued to work on it, I was able to not only reach other people, but I resonated with what I was writing.” After church service the church members open their doors with potluck for the students. “It was really good and the food was really amazing.” Abigail Brown said. This was the second annual school-wide SWAT trip, helping students become leaders and more involved in church. Next year, students and staff look forward to reaching out to even more area churches. Damaris Lopez-Morquecho, Student News Team
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