Edge is about cultural experience. At first visiting a foreign country can cause us to focus on the differences in a negative way by comparing them to what we are used to and consider normal. The beauty of living for an extended period of time elsewhere, is that we begin to appreciate the differences and […]
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Edgies’ Reflections – Caroline Gladstone
Edge is about art and culture as seen, experienced and used by Edge. It has become a big part of the Edge Project as art nights at our hub, El Diseno are often a highlight of the whole experience. Caroline Gladstone describes how she has seen art used for outreach, connecting with others, and in […]
Edgies’ Reflections – Friendships
Edge is about so much! As Edge digs deep and so many are suddenly thrown out of their comfort zones and can feel untethered. Friendships, within the the group and without are treasures that so many not only take back with them, but rely upon to sustain them through Edge. One Edge participant takes at the […]
Reflections From the Edge – Lessons and Insights
As Edgies come home and begin to process their time abroad, we checked in with them to hear about their experiences in their own word. Q: If you consider all you have learned at Edge during your daily cross-cultural experiences, art and cultural outreaches, studies in LoveWorks, stories from leaders and/or Spaniards, etc. Describe one […]
Reflections From the Edge
As difficult as it is to live and move in a foreign country, speak a foreign language and figure out the lifestyle, sometimes re-entry into the place you call home, is even harder. One Edge participant shares her heart and the struggle of returning home. It seems like forever ago that I was galavanting through Altean […]
Edge Comes to an End
It’s hard to believe that Edge 2017 is already over. Here re some highlights from our last week in Altea, Spain Every time I look at this Church on a Hill, my heart skips a beat…and I am in awe at the Masterpiece of Gods Love !♡♡ #alteaholdsmyheart […]
Another Week on the Edge
A look at this last week on the Edge Sean and Colleen arrive in Altea and we surprise Alfonso with a vine moment on the little terrace at el Diseno. Edgies debrief and give work of affirmation for each other on their last day Walking on these […]
Edge 1st Art Night and Community Meal
Arte Night is full of song from Godspell…. A few students who are studying performing arts break out in song at our first Altea Art Night! Noche de Arte at el Diseño are always organic and magical Our community meals establish out weekly rhythm of life together; individual hands produce a complimenting meal, just […]
Edge 2017 Begins!
There is that moment when the new Edgies step off the plane, turn the key on the apartment door and unpack their bags, when the whole year of preparation meets the present. It is a marvelous moment that is full of expectation and hope. Join us as we follow their journey through Summer 2017. […]
Final Words of Encouragement for Edgies
As Edge 2017 begins, here are some final words of encouragement: You will soon experience being a part of our Edge community. This week before leaving for Spain, find an opportunity to gather with others who might be a part of “sending” you out. Perhaps you might: Ask some friends, family, and supporters to meet […]
Glimpses From Altea
This week, Edge founder, Arianna Caliguiri headed out to Altea, Spain to prepare for EDGE 2017. She has posted little glimpses of the town as her heart prepares for the summer journey ahead. Leaving on a jet plane from LAX to Madrid, to Alicante. Every year at this time I get the privilege to […]
Leaving for Edge in a week!
I just want to reach out and ask you to pray for me as I have 8 days before I leave for my summer mission in Altea, España. As you know I oversee operations on every level, and as Founder, I walk delicately in my role. I need your prayers for 4 things… 1) As […]
Beyond Edge Project
This last weekend Arianna headed to Westmont College for their Missions Training & Partner Weekend. She had the honor of being their keynote speaker for the 6 groups heading abroad this summer on mission trips to different countries. It has been amazing to see how through the Edge Project, so many doors have been opened to Millennials who love God […]
The Lent Project
Many modern evangelical believers are very detached from the liturgy and legacy of church tradition; yet there is something truly beautiful about these rituals of old. Lent is one of these traditional practices that is virtually ignored (and misunderstood) by many believers today. Lent is celebrated in the 6 weeks leading up to Easter; it is […]
On the Edge of Opportunities
The beauty of God’s message is that it isn’t just for one time or one people, one age group with one mode of sharing and receiving. The Good News of God’s love is something that transcends time and age group; it is living and ever-evolving to meet people right where they are and in a […]
