Purpose: Pressed and Purposed (mini)

Through this hike we will mediate on the mission verse for Pressed and Purposed. 2 Corinthians 4:8,9,16-18 > 8 We are hard pressed on every side, but not crushed; perplexed, but not in despair; 9 persecuted, but not abandoned; struck down, but not destroyed. 16 Therefore we do not lose heart. Though outwardly we are wasting away, yet inwardly we are being [purposed] day by day. 17 For our light and momentary troubles are achieving for us an eternal glory that far outweighs them all. 18 So we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but on what is unseen. For what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal.

Level: Beginner because of elevation - Intermediate because of length

Activity: Hike + Light Snack midway for conversation (Length 7.4 miles, Elevation Gain 567 ft., approx. 3 hours of walking time)

Cost: Parking $7 or Annual Pass (available at the trailhead)

Directions: 6533 W. Phillips Road, Queen Creek, AZ 85142

Bring:

• At least 1 liter of water

• A light snack

• Journal and Pen

• Sun protection

• Trekking poles, if desired