Unseen success in Port Macquarie

More than 80 young people stepped into an Adventist church for the first time to be part of the Port Macquarie Adventist church’s “Unseen” program. Some 170 people also registered to participate in the three-night outreach program held from May 21 to 23.
They came to the Port Macquarie Adventist church to hear two young passionate American speakers, Randy Paulsen and Lance Mishleau. Mr Paulsen and Mr Mishleau, from The Cause Ministries of Wisconsin, USA, had been featured on the local Christian radio station, Rhema FM, in the week prior to “Unseen,” and young people from the church had told their friends about the visiting speakers.
At the “Unseen” program, the young people who attended were shown a gripping short film, enjoyed praise and worship times and were challenged with Bible messages.
Cindy Smith, youth leader at the Port Macquarie church, says, “Randy powerfully unveiled in story form the unseen conflict that exists between good and evil, the victory of Christ at the cross and, on the last night, revealed how we are all part of this ongoing conflict today.
“At the end of the presentations many decisions were made for Christ and many wanted to learn more of God’s plan for their life. Afterwards, the church foyer was abuzz as everyone mingled to chat, make new friends and enjoy supper.”
“Unseen” didn’t stop there. The following week, the local young people spent another three nights in worship and praise, with Mr Paulsen and Mr Mishleau sharing their testimonies and their passion for Jesus. They challenged those attending to do their part in the cause of Christ and to come alive in their relationship with Him.
Ms Smith says, “We also had a lot of fun together, helping our American friends experience the local beaches and theme parks, BBQs and footy. In less than two weeks these young Americans had won our hearts and inspired us to tell others about Christ and His soon return.”—RECORD staff/Cindy Smith