About War Week...

There are several components of War Week that make it a unique experience for youth ministries all over the nation. War Week provides a hands on approach to ministry training, while offering exposure to great people in the community to put their learning to work. Some of these components offered at War Week are:

 

Community Acts of Kindness...

Community acts of kindness are an absolutely vital aspect of War Week and speak volumes to the city of Highland Park. So much so, the Mayor and City Council recognize the consistent initiative to serve and have expressed appreciation for the acts of kindness demonstrated by War Week students.

In past years, students have focused clean-up efforts on community playgrounds, vacant houses, lots and alleys. This is one way that students can truly serve the community and demonstrate the humilty and love of Christ in a practical, tangible way that really connects with people.

 

Door to Door Evangelism...

Door-to-door evangelism, students say, is one of the most vital aspects of service during War Week. Students set out in teams to meet community members on their doorstep. Students mainly ask for prayer requests, pray with the community members and offer encouragement if led.

 

Training & Teaching...

War Week students are exposed to some of the greatest speakers, missionaries, evangelists, and teachers. Hands on training is provided by nationally and internationally know men and women. Students are trained and taught principles, and practices to strengthen their walk with God, and to share that walk with their peers and their community.

Evening services include powerful worship services led by local worship leaders and nationally known recording artists, such as Marcus Cole, Pastor Donnie McClurkin, Pastor Marvin Winans, and the Perfecting Church Youth Chorale.

 

Street Rallies & Block Parties...

War Week typically culminates with an evening street rally or several block parties open to the Detroit community. Children are attracted to the giant, inflatable jungle gyms. games and clowns, while the adults and young adults enjoy special performances by a featured musical guest. Also, driving home the rally’s real purpose, A War Week speaker will preach a message targeting the adults and youth that join us from the streets of Detroit.