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Jody Kennedy International
M*A*S*H Nica Style
March 5, 2011
From
1972 until 1983, M*A*S*H (Mobile Army Surgical Hospital) was an iconic
and often controversial weekly television sitcom with quite a bit of
political commentary, satire and immorality mixed in. The fact is
that my generation was greatly influenced by this show and the many
other so-called ground breaking television shows of the 1970's.
Sadly, the underlying themes of counter-culture and immorality were
usually veiled by really funny situations, one-liners and
tear-jerking tragedy. While we laughed and cried with the
characters, the underlying messages helped my generation along a path
of acceptance of immoral behavior and attitudes as "normal".
In
1988, Jesus Christ changed my outlook on everything. I can still
laugh at some of those M*A*S*H episodes, but I cringe at the immorality
and lost condition that the show represents among my generation.
The
world is in need of a totally new M+A+S+H. So, Jody Kennedy
International will field our own M+A+S+H (Medical Assistance for
Spiritual Health) in Masatepe, Nicaragua. While we will not be
doing any surgeries we have no doubt that many heart transplants
will take place.
Won't you pray
for us right now? Will you consider how you can help us during
2011 by going, giving, sending and praying?
Thank you for
10+ years and thanking Him in advance for the next 10.
Jody
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M+A+S+H in
Nicaragua
March 5, 2011
Our M+A+S+H team
is making preparations to take some tender care to the people of
Masatepe, Nicaragua, April 30 - May 8.
It's not too late to join the team, but time is running out.
You can join us either as a medical professional (doctor, nurse,
etc.) or as an assistant (no medical training is required).
We will debut a method of evangelism that will be different than the
methods used by medical teams in the past (as far as we know and have
been told). We pray that this new approach will result in
lasting relationships with Jesus Christ and also with our host
church, Iglesia Nuevo Horizonte and Pastor Martin Paiz.
Our lead doctor is John Gibson, MD and his wife, Linda (nurse
practitioner). Both have two decades of experience as
missionaries on the field. They are going to show us the ropes
of an effective and well-rounded medical clinic.
More importantly, they have a passion for evangelism which will keep
our entire team focused on the most important aspect of the mission.
Express your interest in this event by immediately calling us today
(817-944-2288), email jody@jodykennedy.com,
or by registering here.
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Report:
Iglesia Bautista Libertad - Managua
January 30, 2011
The mixed team from Texas and Florida, although small in number found
ourselves multiplied by the strength of the Lord as we used the
Practically Speaking English programs to reach children, teenagers
and adults. We enlisted several young people from the church
to perform as our puppeteers and our longstanding partners, Benjamin,
Juan, Samuel and Pastor Denis saw the fruit of our work (in the grace
of the Holy Spirit) as 9 teenagers and 24 adults made decisions for
Christ.
We have a full schedule of events through July at
churches and at the University of Managua in Nicaragua.
Take a look at our travelogue photo's here.
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Julia was a big hit among the kids (and everyone
else).
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2011 Event Schedule
For more details about any event, visit the Event Schedule
online and click the information linkfor each event.
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EVENT
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LOCATION
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DATE
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PSE
(U de M)
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Nicaragua
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Mar
19-26
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PSCE,
PSTE, PSE
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Nicaragua
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Mar
26-Apr 4
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MED,
PSCE
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Nicaragua
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Apr
30-May 8
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PSE,
PSBE (UdeM)
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Nicaragua
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May
21-29
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PSCE,
PSTE
(perfect
trip for youth and families)
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Nicaragua
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Jun
4-12
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PSCE,
PSTE, PSE
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Nicaragua
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Jun
11-20
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PSBE
(U de M)
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Nicaragua
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Jun
18-26
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PSCE,
PSTE, PSE
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Nicaragua
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Jul
2-11
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PSCE,
PSTE, PSE
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Bosnia
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Jul
13-27
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PSE
(U de M)
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Nicaragua
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Jul
16-23
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PSCE,
PSTE, PSE
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Nicaragua
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Jul
23-Aug 1
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PSBE
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Nicaragua
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Aug
(date TBD)
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IMBS
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Germany
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Sep
24-Oct 1
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PSE
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Novosibirsk,
Russia
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Oct
(date TBD)
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PSE
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Krasnoyarsk,Russia
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Oct
(date TBD)
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OCC
Processing Center
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Charlotte,
NC
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Dec
4-10
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PSE -
Practically Speaking English
PSBE - Practically Speaking
Business English
PSCE - Practically Speaking Children's English
MED - Evangelism through
medical/dental clinics
PSTE -
Practically Speaking Teen English
IMBS - IMB Missionary Support
OCC - Operation Christmas
Child Processing Center
U de M - University of
Managua
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About
Jody Kennedy International
Jody Kennedy International* is the ministry of Jody
and Trisha Kennedy who have given themselves to serving Christ
through full-time Christian service. In partnership with
churches in the U.S., Eastern Europe, and Latin America, the ministry
motivates and mobilizes Christians to get out of their comfort zones to
take the gospel of Christ across the street and around the world.
We are supported by the generous gifts of our
friends, team members, readers and partners. Contributions are tax deductible
and are used to support the ministries of Jody Kennedy International.
*Jody Kennedy International/LOVEM International is a
501(c)(3) non-profit organization.
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 Check out our web site dedicated to
our English teaching ministry.
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Click
here to
learn how to introduce your church or group to
Missions Made Easy
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 Photos from the recent mission in
Managua are available. Click here.
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PRAYER NEEDS
-Our financial needs
-More volunteers
-Wisdom for our schedule
-Physical health and stamina
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