Quotes from Others

"I have taken my youth group to four WOW JAM intern weeks, and it is still the most anticipated event we do all year, and for good reason. On ground I never dreamed I would walk on, in places I wouldn't normally choose to go, God uses those who are willing to reach out to His children, and He changes those who are reaching out and those who are touched. This last summer, I was humbled and honored that God would allow me to love on the people who happened to find themselves in places like Skid Row in L.A. God loves them just as much as He loves me, and He allowed me to bless them.

Want to spend a week filled with rewards and blessings? Then get your people out to a WOW JAM intern week this summer. It is unforgettable!"

Shane Couch - Youth Pastor
Abundant Life Assembly of God
Cupertino, CA

"WOW JAM has completely changed the way I look at the people around my home. The change that I saw happen in all the lives down in L.A. and in N.Y. was truely incredible. They were harrassed and helpless before, and have now been washed as white as snow by the waters of baptism. They come up out of the water a changed person glowing with a passion to serve the Lord. I will continue to attend WOW JAMS for as long as the Lord allows me. Thanks for starting this ministry, Stephen!"

Thomas Hammond - Intern, 19 years old
Cupertino, CA

"For any person or group interested in making an immediate impact in some of the most desperate and hurting places in America, a WOW Missions Week is The Place to be. As a youth pastor, I have taken numerous groups to mission's weeks in the past and it has paid off for us big time. I have even taken my 9 year old daughter the last 3 years and have seen her heart for the lost and hurting blossom as a result. WOW has been so instrumental in stirring a compassion for the lost in our young people, as well give them the opportunity to serve and impact them. It's one thing to talk about reaching the lost; it's another thing to actually get out there and do it. That's exactly what WOW gives us the opportunity to do. The fruit that is produced in us during these trips is well worth it. That doesn't even start to tell of all the amazing things we've seen God do through us at the W.O.W. Jams. WOW Mission Weeks are so valuable to our youth ministry. I couldn't imagine a summer without them. I look forward to seeing you out there soon."

Doug Walker - Youth Pastor
Victory Church
Westminster, Colorado

"I have gone for 4 years now, and every year I have seen God do some incredible things, not only in the people that I have seen and met, but in myself. The first year I went my attitude started out a little scared and prideful at the same time. I thought I was going to be able to rely on my strength. God showed me real quick that I had to rely on him. The second year God taught me a lesson on tapping into his power through the word. The daily devotion time and worship time truly became my time to fill up with God. My third year God really worked on me as far as getting out of my comfort zone. The other years I focused so much on working that I lost sight of why we were there, to love on people. God really gave me some divine appointments on that trip, I met some awesome kids, and got the privilege to pray with them, God showed me that I need to still do work, but remember to love people in the process. This past year was my fourth time. It was probably one of the most impacting experiences, most of the trip I was on the supply truck, and didn't interact with the community that much. It taught me another important lesson, that prayer is one of the most powerful witnessing tools. I wasn't able to go and talk to the people but I was definitely able to pray for them, many of the people I prayed for I saw up at the altar. My most favorite experience out of all the trips had to be this past year, 2005 when I had the honor of baptizing people with my youth pastor. I got to see a lot of people that earlier in the week didn't know God. And to see the difference on their face was just awesome. I was able to pray life and blessings into these people, and it was a powerful time for me. I definitely plan on going again next year, and I look forward to seeing what God will teach me next."

Steve - Intern, 19 years
Cupertino, CA

"LA 2005 was my third year being in a WOW school. Each year has been better than the one before, but this year topped them all. Since there were only about 70 interns, the entire week was a lot more intimate. I was able to meet a lot of people and actually build upon those relationships over the week. The teachings were awesome and the worship was the best we've ever had, in my eyes. Our theme song for the week, non intentionally, was called True Intimacy. Every time we would worship, these words would empower me. "Here I am/ Waiting Lord/ Touch me now like never before/ Let me change and be transformed/ True intimacy is what I'm longing for". I can't describe how much those simple words can mean, simple as in they can just be said in a prayer to the Lord every morning as you wake up, or every time you're going through something tough and you need the Lord. WOW JAM is a life changing experience and it's worth every sacrifice."

Krislyn Cox - Intern, 17 years
Cupertino, CA