For some people the idea of going to a foreign country, stumbling through a foreign language and customs is the last place to discover who you are. But sometimes, stepping away from life, as you know it, is the best way to come face to face with a new side of you. Edge Project isn’t […]
Tag Archives | Culture and God
Is Summer EDGE 2015 For You?
EDGE is now accepting applications for our Summer 2015 Edge Project. If you are looking for an international adventure that combines your love for God, travel, culture and art, take a look at what Edge has to offer. What is Edge? Edge is really without definition because we are continually evolving with each person […]
Here’s a Taste of EDGE
Sometimes our words can’t adequately explain what EDGE is really like: the people, the community, the experience, the creativity. Here’s a taste that let’s you see for yourself. Enjoy A Taste of EDGE
Thank You From David Pugh, Part 2
David Pugh, Edge Reflections, Blog 2 “So, what seems like a slow and unambitious approach with Edge Project is actually more like the gradation of a spear-head, which can pierce thick hides and armor. Because it is slow, non-forceful and focused on relationships, culture, and the interests of the people, Christ can be represented […]
A Thank You From Edgie, David Pugh
David Pugh, Support Letter – Part One Thank you so much for all of your love, support and prayer while I was in Spain and during the months leading up to my trip. It was a wonderful experience, and you have all participated, in some part, in getting me there. Money was a huge blessing, […]
Summer Reflection – Katherine Peiffer
Katherine: A 2 part glimpse into life on the EDGE Part 1 Altea, Spain is a place composed of many cultures, colors and languages; a mosaic juxtaposed with textures of life that come alive in a place that embodies a living postcard. Having had the opportunity to observe and partake in the bustling heat of […]
Edge Is Growing
There are so many exciting changes going on with Edge Program! While Summer Edge is when our vision is fleshed out and our initiatives become reality, the school year is when we create not only ideas for the next program, but when we build our team and reach out to perspective Edgies. Last […]
Edgie Reflections; a word from Hadasa Gallor
This week Edgie, Hadasa Gallor shares about the spiritual climate and blessings and mistakes gleaned from time in Spain. To grow up in a missionary christian background carries great privileges and experiences that I would not change even if I could go back in time, but it also means I am apart from my family […]
Edgie Reflections; Poetic Insight from Gracie Bartel
This week, Gracie Bartel shares poetically, her adventures with EDGE. The sea beacons me with the waves she holds in her hands, motioning me to draw near. And on her shoulder sits a charming town made up of a tourist culture, but filled with the Spanish hospitality we all expected. Spain welcomed me with open […]
Edgie Reflections: Gia-Nina Badaracco
Gia-Nina Badaracco, a 2014 summer Edgie shares her experience in Spain and specifically about God’s work in each of our lives. Being here in Altea has been incredible. I can see how God desires to move in others through relationships. I must say that the spiritual climate has a looming dark. However, I see God […]
Edgies’ Reflections – Amy Naramore, Part 2
Amy continues to share about her EDGE program experience. Cultural Blunders and Blessings I’m sure that I have made many silly cultural blunders. One that comes to mind is telling a shop owner, “Good morning!” in Spanish on accident while leaving his shop at 8:00pm. When I tried to correct myself, I ended up being […]
Edgies Reflections – Amy Naramore, Part 1
Amy Naramore, a 2014 Summer Edgie shares candidly about 2 areas that touched her while in Spain for the Edge Program. Cultural/Spiritual Climate While here, I went to a Catholic mass. The Catholic Church is not seen in a positive light here. They are blamed for so much religious and political persecution. As I sat […]
Edgies’ Reflections – Kelly Bishop
Kelly Bishop shares about her experiences on the EDGE Program and the cultural differences between American and Spaniards, particularly regarding social media. I am a proud American. I like being from the United States. However, I am not ignorant to our vices. Normally I would not want to choose a cultural norm I have witnessed […]
Edgies’ Reflections – David Pugh, Part 2
We heard from David previously regarding his insight into various aspects of his EDGE adventure. Today he touches on the spiritual climate within Spain and his personal blunders and blessings. The first thing I have noticed is the general lack of spirituality. In America, spirituality is huge, whether it be Christian, Eastern or humanistic […]
Edgies’ Reflections – Nicole Palafox, Part 2
Nicole Palafox continues to reflect on her time in Spain, sharing her weaknesses very candidly. Honestly, I think one of my biggest blunders this trip was being homesick. And granted, I still get homesick from time to time, but Spain has been one of the biggest blessings God has given me. I’m by the […]
