Spirit's Fire

Question: What is the Spirit’s Fire?
   
Answer: The Spirit’s Fire is a fundraising event undertaken by a handful of VIM (Volunteers In Mission) to help raise funds to support mission teams both locally and those traveling across the United States, from the Michigan Conference’s of the United Methodist Church, and more specifically The Get In The Car mission teams.

The mission teams are part of a grass roots activity and are working to be “the hands and feet of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ”, traveling to aid in the recovery from hurricane, flooding, and other natural disasters.

These teams are made up of individuals who have heard the calling and responded with a “Yes, Lord, here I am, use me.” They invest their own time, talents, monies, and energies to help others who otherwise may have no hope.

As this event develops, our vision continues to grow and expand along with the word of mission teams organizing and traveling from Michigan. We have a variety of riding courses to accommodate our variety of riders. The “Family Friendly” courses are 25 miles and 50 miles long. These rides will be held locally. The longest of the rides, 100 whole miles, is open to take place anywhere within the state of Michigan. This bike ride has previously been held in the Upper Peninsula along US-2.

We are always open to suggestions for bike friendly scenic locations and ideas to help make this event as successful as possible. We welcome any input you may have and will consider any idea seriously.

We understand this event is time consuming, physically demanding, and mentally challenging. This is nothing compared to what the people in need are experiencing. The people this even will be helping have been dealing with their situation for months if not years. They need our help. We can be there for them.

Individuals just like you make this event possible. There are no corporate affiliations, national campaigns, or profit making intentions in this event nor do we want them. To be successful we need your help. Time, pledges, RIDERS, donations of supplies for the riders and most importantly PRAYERS of all involved for the safety and focus on the goal of spreading Christ’s word in the best way we know of…. By Example!

Please pray for the participants for a successful and safe ride, and that they may be a great witness for our Lord.
This event will last for a few days, cost a few dollars, and be remembered for a lifetime. Keep your eyes and ears open for other events like this in the future, we are only getting started.
Thank-You and GET IN THE CAR!