Monday, July 2, 2012


So, here's the challenge:


Throw the Ultimate Independence Day Celebration for South Sudan! 


Last year on July 9th, South Sudan celebrated their birth as a nation, and next week they are celebrating that 1st year. Let's join with our African brothers and sisters and extend their celebrations to the States! And while we are at it, let's make it a fundraiser challenge, so that our celebrations will be giving back to this new nation as they build for the future.

The Rules:

  • Teams of 5 or Less (these are who will HOST the party)
  • Must take place within approximately 1 week of July 9th (sure, it can be combined with U.S. Independence day celebrations) 
  • There are no restrictions on the type of Fundraiser, just make sure it is honoring to God. All the money raised can be sent to 
 WGM
P.O. Box 948
Marion, IN 46952

and can be memo'd for 
Whitney Smith Ministry Account

The Results:

  • The Team that raises the most money will get their party featured on my blog and all team members will receive a WGM International Cookbook (so they can totally rock future celebrations) 
  
So, let's party!


I've listed some websites with lots of information about South Sudan so you can share with all your party-goers what's happening across the ocean. 





Maybe even include a time of prayer for South Sudan, and for the work God is doing there. His Spirit is at work, so may we rise up to meet him in that and spread his Kingdom!

And don't be intimidated. This can be as elaborate or as low key as you want. Having a few friends over and watching God Grew Tired of Us would work just fine. Or, you can bring the whole neighborhood, hire a DJ, and let the festivities begin!
Have a dance contest!


Hibiscus Tea is a common drink in South Sudan if you want to get a little authentic. I have some to share, or it can be found easily online or at tea stores or international grocery stores. And peanuts are a favorite snack, just to get you started.


Ready...

Set...

Celebrate!

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