All of our clubs began yesterday, and while attendance was a little down the first day, we had a great kick-off. Old friendships were rekindled, and new relationships are beginning to form. Clubs started off with a lot of energy and enthusiasm; each went very well, and even though we have a large number of first-time students this year, they all did great with their assignments and with the kids. We had to mow the volleyball court and fix the basketball goal again this year in the Sharps Corner housing, but our work paid off with over 40 people coming out from the Sharps Corner community to play basketball and volleyball and hang out last night.
As we continue the week, please pray for a few requests:
1. Energy and rest; we've settled into our schedule for the week, and it can be draining.
2. Opportunities for spiritual conversations; our theme verse is 1 Thess. 2:8, and we pray for opportunities to share our lives with the kids in ways that will open doors for spiritual discussions centering around the gospel.
3. Repair on the Hope Bible Church van; their van had a flat about an hour and a half away from Sharps Corner on our way in; pray that the working out the logistics with the rental company will go smoothly.
4. Two kids (10 and 12) committed suicide over the weekend, and at least one is a relative of a couple of the kids attending. There's also a sundance taking place this week, which is a traditional ceremony steeped in spirit worship. Pray that these potential distractions will turn into opportunities for the gospel.
I'll post pics soon!
3 comments:
Praying for all of you, Conrad. I wish we could be there as well. We are so glad to see the long-term dedication of Grace is still there from our first conversations years ago! We pray for your protection from spiritual attacks, for physical rest, the energy needed, and for hearts to be ready to receive whatever God has for them!
Thanks so much for the update, Conrad. I am praying for God's presence to be felt in a mighty way this week. May lives be changed and children come to know the Lord. May each of you be strengthened in His awesome strength. Give my family high-fives and a big smile for me! :)
Will keep all of you guys in my prayers as the week flies by! The two suicides is devestating and the people will need hope. Stay the course and know you guys are supported here! Blessings!!
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