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“Poverty is death in another form” - Latin Proverb
Today over 1.4 Billion people live in absolute poverty and many have never heard the Good News of Jesus. Come understand the issues of poverty as you get a small glimpse of being poor for a weekend. National Child Poverty Over 13 million children in the United States—18% of all children—live in families with incomes below the federal poverty level—$22,050 a year for a family of four. Research shows that, on average, families need an income of about twice that level to cover basic expenses. Using this standard, 39% of children live in low-income families. |
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About the Poverty SimulationIn 1986 Jimmy and Janet Dorrell did a Poverty Simulation for a group from Oklahoma City whose Youth Pastor was concerned that his youth were not applying their knowledge of scripture to their lives. Thus, the experience was created which challenged the students to see the world through different eyes. Scripture and doctrine have become real and alive for both students and leaders who have participated in the weekend. “Do not waste your time on Social Questions. What is the matter with the poor is Poverty; what is the matter with the rich is Uselessness.” -George Bernard Shaw |
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Upcoming DatesSummer 2009 July 10-12 July 24-26 Aug 7-9 FULL Fall 2009 Sept 11-13 Sept 25-27 FULL Oct 9-11 FULL Nov 6-8 Nov 20-22 Spring 2010 January 15-17 Feb 5-7 Feb 26-28 Mar 19-21 Apr 9-11 Apr 23-25 Summer 2010 June 4-6 June 25-27 July 9-11 July 23-25 Fall 2010 Sept 10-12 Sept 24-26 Oct 1-3 Oct 15-17 Nov 5-7 Dec 3-5 (Tentative) |
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What to Bring>Pack just like any other weekend trip, including sleeping bag/pillow/towel.>Students under 18 need a permission slip. >Most of all, bring a good, positive attitude. For leaders: >Age requirements: Students need to have finished the 8th grade. >Bring sponsors that are passionate. The youth only go as far as the adults go. >This is a safe weekend, and we are willing to answer any questions that parents may have; however, we request you keep the details of the weekend from the participants. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS >Poverty Simulation begins 8pm Friday evening and ends 2:30pm Sunday. >Prepare your group before they arrive. Here is information to help you out: Poverty Simulation Preparation Letter |
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DetailsCost: $45 for the weekend for remaining 2008 dates.NEW RATE FOR 2009 DATES: $50 for the weekend Time: Fri 8 p.m. through Sun 2:30 p.m. Deposit: $20/person (see contract for cancellation policies) Each participant must bring a completed Release of Liability Form How to make Poverty Simulation Reservations: Contact us at the email address below with the following info: date preferences and expected numbers for high school/college/adults, as well as any questions you have -- then we'll get back with you. Contact UsMission Waco 1315 N. 15th Waco, Tx 76707 254.753.4900 or email povertysim@missionwaco.org www.missionwaco.org |
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“Women do two thirds of the world's work.
Yet they earn only one tenth of the world's income and own
less than one percent of the world's property. They are
among the poorest of the world's poor.”
-Barber B. Conable, Jr. Follow UpHere are some links for when you get home:Click here for the online follow-up sheet. Jeffrey Sachs Helping the World's Poorest Poor Global Report on Trafficking National Child Poverty Twice as Thirsty -- Women and Children World Hunger Series World Poverty Facts Waco Poverty Facts World's Women Issues Center for Student Missions Compassion International World Vision Habitat for Humanity World Relief Voice of Martyrs Safe Harbor International Amnesty International |