ELEVATE SUPPORT

Hey guys. Well, I'm excited about what is about to take place next year. I would go into detail but this letter I've pasted below should say everything. Please be prayin for Candace and I. Love ya.

Dear Friends and Family,
When I surrendered my life to Jesus Christ five years ago I knew that God was calling me to full time ministry, but I didn’t know what it would look like or when it would take place. Over the last few years God has given me glimpses of what He has for my life. Honestly, it scares me to death because it is far beyond my reach. He has never let me see the whole puzzle, just pieces here and there. With every new piece it is an opportunity for me to grow and fulfill the purpose that God has for my life. Recently God has placed another piece of the puzzle in front of me.
Beginning in August 2007 I will be participating in the Elevate School of Ministry at Healing Place Church. Elevate is a nine month ministry internship designed to equip people to carry out the will of God through the local church. I will learn what being a Jesus-style leader is all about while solidifying a strong Biblical basis. It will give me the opportunity to explore God’s calling on my life while acquiring practical ministry skills. During this internship I will serve alongside Healing Place Church staff in a particular ministry area, go on a short term mission trip, and attend weekly bible and ministry classes. The cost of this internship is $5000.00. This will include tuition, books, road expenses, and an international mission trip.
In order to fulfill the requirements of this program I am resigning from my current job at AT&T, and I must raise tuition money before the program begins in August. Please consider supporting me over the next nine months with your prayers and financial support. Your support is vital to seeing lives changed. God has asked me to step out in faith and trust Him in the next season of my life. I ask that you would take that step with me so that together we can be a healing place for a hurting world.

Sincerely,

Blake Urban

“Trust in the Lord with all your heart; do not depend on your own understanding. Seek his will in all you do, and he will direct your paths” Proverbs 3:5-6

I’ve included a few ways that you can support. If you decide to become a support member please indicate this by phone, email, or letter. If you have any questions feel free to call me (225-202-5118) or email me (burban4jc@yahoo.com) and I would be glad to answer your questions. If you would like to contact an Elevate staff member, you can reach them at 225-408-3380 ext. 320. Thank you so much for your consideration in supporting me in the Elevate internship.

___ I would like to support through prayer

___ I would like to give $___________ weekly

___ I would like to give $___________monthly

___ I would like to give a one time gift of $____________


Thanks again for deciding to step out in faith to trust God and partner with us.

Please make all checks payable to Blake Urban

Blake Urban
18766 Jefferson Hwy.
Apt. C
Baton Rouge, LA 70817

burban4jc@yahoo.com or at my blog
blakeurban.blogspot.com

225-202-5118