In the summer of 2021, in the midst of the Covid pandemic, Scott Bowers didn’t wait…
He took to the TansAmerica Bike Trail pedaling 4,427 miles across the United States beginning in Yorktown, Va to Astoria, Or.
“It was an exhilarating and life changing experience,” Scott, executive director of FOCAS/Lord’s Gym Ministries, said. “The scenic views, the people met, and the life lessons (also known as my take-a-ways) made for some great memories.”
Scott relives those memories and the many “God moments,” he experienced in a new feature-length documentary “Don’t Wait,” recorded and produced by Cincinnati documentary film maker Shane Reinert.
“The documentary beautifully captures the entire experience,” Scott said. “It is wonderful to be able to relive the journey and ‘take others along with me.’”
In this documentary, Scott shares intimate details of the challenging and faith-strengthening completion of the 4,427-mile trek. Several advisors for his trip share their role, and how Scott’s trip inspired them personally and spiritually. “Don’t Wait” can be viewed at www.LordsGymMinistries.org.
Film maker Shane Reinert said that Scott’s resiliency to go on and complete the trip is an inspiration.
“When I first learned about Scott’s trip, I knew this was a story I wanted to share,” Shane said. “It was incredible to listen to Scott recount his journey. I felt like I was there. You could really draw on the enthusiasm and energy. It’s the story of a lifetime.”
Scott’s ability to recover from setbacks, adapt well to change and keep going in the face of adversity is also an inspiration to the staff, volunteers, investors and those served through Lord’s Gym Ministries.
“Resiliency is an essential part of life for all of us and that’s what we’re working to instill in our youth through our Youth Resiliency Adventure programming,” Scott said.
These programs include cycling (which Scott is heavily involved in), football, flag football, basketball, soccer, wrestling and our Learning Center. For more information, visit www.YRAdventure.com.
