Kelsey Seale, Pleasant Valley Site
 This summer I was blessed with opportunity to get involved in the lives of refugees from all
around the world. I spent the majority of my time teaching these people, which I find ironic
because I feel like I learned more than I even understood at the time about God, myself, and
community. The daily exposure to different cultures and points of view, whether they are Arabic,
African, or the diversity of my 15 co-interns, stretched my understanding of the world and
challenged me in ways I am still discovering.

JD Todd, West Wilmer Site
 3.0 was probably one of the best organized and well-thought-out summer experience I have
had the privilege of being a part of. The leaders were very intentional with every site, church,
night, meal, book and person. I was stretched on my understanding of what the Biblical church
looks like; stretched to the point of action and to make a stand. 3.0 helped equip and prepare
me with scriptures, prayer, and practical applications for battles ahead. My experience at West
Wilmer was eye-opening, challenging, and inspiring all at the same time. Before the summer, I
was really nervous about working with kids, but after spending an entire 2 months with them,
I feel as if I have a better understanding of what “faith like a child” means.I also got to spend
every Friday, and a few other days toward the end of the summer, at Taylor Park. I count myself
fortunate to see two different areas concerning Rural and Inner City ministry. All the kids have
stolen my heart and are prayed for dearly.

Stephen Fincher, Whistler Site
 My summer was a challenging experience. Sharing life with people who were going through
tough situations and had different ideals wasn’t always easy. The ability to share Christ and His
Love with kids as well as His teachings on life was both rewarding and frustrating. The children
we worked with were wonderful, and I know that they blessed me on several occasions. It’s
rewarding to see God at work in a community, and I feel like I saw Him on many occasions
throughout my time in Whistler. I have learned and grown a lot because of the experience, and
recall it with fondness.

Porsche Marie Holland, Taylor Park
 As a 3.0 intern I was exposed to the needs of the Mobile area and compelled to make a
difference. The training and intense study of material and the Word of God prepared me for
service at Taylor Park (Inner City Mission) and St. Francis Street United Methodist Church.
Taylor Park hosted a summer program for over one hundred and twenty youth. My team served
as educators, mentors, and spiritual role models for all of these youth. There were very tough
times and challenges that we faced while serving but God humbled us and allowed us to make a
difference in the lives of many. I am truly grateful for the small group studies and worship that
kept me encouraged and focused on a daily basis. Over all this internship not only focused to

reach out to those in need but intentionally promoted growth in our relationships with Christ.

Allison Comer, West Wilmer Site
 The 3.0 internship was an opportunity like no other and it was a blessing then, and the
experience, wisdom, and knowledge I gained there are constantly aiding me now at
seminary. For years the passion and love that God has given me for the marginalized in our
world has felt a bit like a full bucket of paint: heavy, occasionally awkward, and often spilling
over. The Spirit-lead ministry I was able to be a part of at 3.0 was like a big empty canvas. It
is a place that I was able to freely and fully share the love of Christ and a place I could directly
and effectively care for God’s children. When I first went to West Wilmer United Methodist
where I served during the 3.0 internship, Jennifer Gregory (the pastor of the church) told me
that everyone who works at West Wilmer does not leave without being changed. That has rung
more true for me than I even know how to express. That church showed me what it means to
be a church. They showed me love, humility and selflessness. Not an occasional selflessness
showed by a few members, but a selfless lifestyle directed by God from countless members of
the community. I went in thinking I was simply going to minister to them. It turned out that they
ministered to me at least if not more than I them. The experience as a whole has changed my
perspective on what it means to be part of a church, what it means to be a Christian and what it
means to do mission work.