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This past Sunday we celebrated the start of our 21st year of ministry! It was such a blessing to hear powerful testimonies from students who served on our New Orleans mission trip this summer. We’ve included several pictures in this post, but the first two tell a special story: one from this past Sunday, and one from 21 years ago when we first took seven students to BigStuf. From those humble beginnings to today, God has been faithful every step of the way. By His grace, we continue to...

6th Annual Middle School Lock-In When: August 23–24 (Saturday–Sunday) Time: 7 PM – 10 AM Where: Building 229–229 Clark Rd For: 6th–8th grade Cost: $20 (cash, check to 1NeedNow, Inc., or Venmo @oneneednow) – you can bring money with you tonight or Venmo Food Item to Bring: • Boys: snack item (Rice Krispies Treats, Chips, Goldfish, Cookies) • Girls: breakfast item (Pop Tarts, Honey Buns, Muffins, Assorted Donuts, Mini Cinnamon...

Yesterday, our students showed up and worked hard for nearly four hours to help us get ready for our 21st year of ministry. They moved couches and bunks to sweep and vacuum underneath, organized the game and t-shirt cabinets, deep-cleaned the kitchen and bathrooms, filled soap dispensers, moved mattresses and carpets, and even hauled off junk to the dump. It was amazing to see their hearts to serve—no complaints, just a willingness to do whatever needed to be done. We’re so grateful for...

This ministry exists because people like you make it possible. As we begin our 21st year, we’re stepping into one of our biggest seasons yet—monthly local outreach, 4 major mission trips (San Francisco, NYC/Brooklyn, Los Angeles, and New Orleans), and another life-changing week at BigStuf. Because of your generosity over the years, students have met Jesus, served boldly, and learned to love others the way Christ loves us. Your giving has helped shape a generation—and it’s still...

One of the things we’re most grateful for in our ministry is the culture of service our students have embraced. Whether it’s a youth event at Building 229, a mission trip, or preparing for Bigstuf, they consistently show up not just to attend—but to serve. Recently in New Orleans, we watched them go above and beyond. They didn’t just straighten up—they thoroughly cleaned every room, like the deep cleaning a whole family does before hosting Thanksgiving. They pulled everything...

Thank you to everyone who donated sport chairs for our New Orleans mission trip. Because of your generosity, we were able to give out dozens of chairs to individuals who had been sitting on crates, cardboard, or the pavement. These chairs weren’t just practical—they were reminders that someone sees them, values them, and cares. One moment that will stay with us happened beneath a tree. After grabbing lunch, our group was heading back toward street ministry when we noticed a man...

Today we walking around City Park and we met a woman named, Rhonda. She was a woman struggling with addiction. As we prayed for her, I felt the Lord prompting me to give her a hug. She melted into my arms. A little while later, I ran into her as she was sitting on a bench. She saw me watching our kids interact with another woman and she said: “I don’t remember the last time someone wasn’t afraid to hug me,” she said. “I know I smell. I know I have sores all over me from the...

Feet Washing on the 4th of July New Orleans mission trip 2025 The Walk Youth Group Venmo: oneneednow Building 229 oneneednow.com Thomas County area ministry Jesus washed the feet of His disciples as an act of humility and service, demonstrating the importance of serving others regardless of one’s position or status. This event, described in John 13:1-17, shows Jesus’ love and willingness to perform the most humble tasks to teach His disciples about the nature of true...

Happy 4th of July The Walk Youth Group oneneednow.com Building 229 Venmo: oneneednow Thomas County area ministry

We just returned from our 17th Annual Mission Trip to New Orleans Sunday night. This week, we were sent into the city—to Canal Street, Jackson Square, City Hall, the French Market, Riverwalk, and under the bridges—to love boldly and serve joyfully. We met Rhonda, who melted into a hug and later said, “I don’t remember the last time someone wasn’t afraid to hug me.” Faith, who’s preached her Bible from park benches for 7 years. Clara Rita, who gives away 200...

We’re officially on our way to New Orleans for our 17th Annual Mission Trip! Thank you to everyone who has prayed for us, supported us, and encouraged us along the way. We’re asking for continued prayers this week for God’s guidance, protection, and for opportunities to share His love with everyone we meet. The Walk Youth Group oneneednow.com Building 229 Venmo: oneneednow Thomas County Area Ministry

Thursday Outreach in Tallahassee So proud of our students today. Their boldness to share the love of Jesus is always inspiring. At a bus stop, they met people like Mrs. Barbara, who “adopted” us and cheered us on in the faith. They talked with a college student wrestling with anger toward God, a man facing court, another just released from prison, and one battling cancer who wept as he shared his fears. There are so many stories to share, but what they all had in common was a hunger...