Colour London 2010 Day 2 - Morning

Today has been utterly incredible. Bobbie opened the day's proceedings, highlighting the main causes that are the focus of the Sisterhood globally by showing a selection of short film clips. We learned about the work of The A21 Campaign, which is working to rescue and rehabilitate victims of human trafficking. There are 27 million slaves on the earth today - more than any other time in history. We heard about a new initiative being launched via Compassion; a child survival programme through which we can contribute to the care of babies, from pre-natal to three years old.

Watoto's Living Hope programme was highlighted, which aims to restore women's dignity and hope. There are 1500 women on the waiting list to have facial re constructive surgery, having had their faces mutilated. For around £2000 we can contribute a surgery package to help give these women their smile back. The Sisterhood also recognises its responsibility to what is local, and through City Care we are seeking to do simple but effective things to assist and show love to those in our immediate community.

Holly Wagner
We, as the Church, need to walk in unity. Humans are genetically 99% the same, but we often let the 1% difference divide us. Differences are there to bring strength to the body, not divide it. When a body attacks itself it's debilitating and the criticism and mocking of others leads to baroness. We are called to produce fruit. We won't solve any of the world's problems if we keep our focus on our differences. We are all vital parts of one body, like pieces in a puzzle, all different but all part of something bigger.

Priscilla Shirer
We learn three things from Joshua 3: If we're going to go the distance with God we've got to...
1. Act immediately. When the word is clear don't let fear, doubt or procrastination hold you back. No more excuses!
2. Act fearlessly. Even in the face of insummountable odds. When He calls you He also equips you - empowers you to do what you're called to do. Don't be afraid!
3. Acknowledge the presence of God. When God moves on we move on, regardless of what's comfortable.