Monday, May 10, 2010

Oh my, what a challenge!

Today was my first day going to the school. Zana Community Children's Center has close to 400 students between the ages of 3-19. I walked around the school and into the classes and met several of the students. Right now they are on holiday, so many of them are gone, but some live at the school because they are orphans and have no where else to go. Patrick (who runs the school) led me into one of the dormitory rooms where six girls share one room. He introduced me to them and told them that I would be here for about a month and then return to the U.S. Immediately one of the girls asked, "But why does she have to go back?" --Broke my heart a little! Patrick told me that starting tomorrow he wanted to have me begin working in the classrooms with the kids. I will be helping them in English and Math! The biggest challenge that Patrick has given me is that he wants me to lead the girls in a weekly bible study! He wants me to create a bible study from scratch...no help at all! WOW! lol. There could be close to 30 girls (maybe even more, I dont know!) who join me for this bible study. At first I was just completely terrified! Who am I to lead these girls?? Some are just a few years younger than me and have been through more hardships before the age of five then I will experience in my lifetime! After praying about it all day, I have finally settled down, taken a deep breath and began to plan! I have a good idea about what I am going to do with them, but am still extremely nervous.... so prayers are much appreciated! :)

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  1. Praying for you every day dear friend

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  2. Ohmygosh Korri, you are going to be a great Bible study leader!! I know that when we step up and are challenged outside of our comfort zones, that is when God blesses us the most :-)

    Keep the blogs coming, I am loving it - and it helps me know exactly what to pray for!!

    Peace and Love
    Kate

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  3. Kor, im so stoked for you. you can totally do this! just think about al of our excellent bible study times ;) I miss you lady, you are in my prayers

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  4. Korri! How exciting! This is just what the mission field is about, yah? I will be praying for each and every girl that comes... let me know if there are specific names we can pray for you! "And God will make all grace abound to you so that in all things at all times you will abound in every good thing" =)

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