Rev. James Spencer's Lego Ministry Engages Newfoundland Youth
Rev. James Spencer, a priest from Clarenville, Newfoundland, has gained attention for his unique ministry involving Lego. He has built intricate replicas of local churches, encouraging community engagement and fostering positive relationships with young people.
Spencer's Lego ministry began as a way to express gratitude to the churches for their welcome. He spent hours crafting two replicas of St. Mary's Anglican Church in Clarenville and Burgoyne's Cove, complete with detailed features like accessibility ramps and stained-glass windows. The models, measuring around one foot by two feet each, also include minifigure parishioners seated in the pews.
The ministry involves children building Lego creations for fun and occasional challenges. Around a dozen children participate regularly, with no overtly religious elements. Spencer believes this approach helps build positive relationships with the church in the long run. He also runs a Dungeons and Dragons game for local middle school children as another form of outreach, with a rotating group of eight or nine players.
Spencer's Lego models have gained significant attention both online and in the community. He started building with Lego at the age of eight and now uses donated Lego bricks to launch a Lego outreach ministry at the church.
Rev. James Spencer's innovative Lego ministry is drawing attention to the church beyond its physical walls. By engaging local children in creative activities, he aims to foster positive relationships and encourage community involvement. The ministry, which began as a simple act of gratitude, has grown to include donated Lego bricks and a dedicated outreach program.
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