What an incredible semester it's been here at YWAM Resonate (http://ywamresonate.com). It's hard to believe how fast the school changed into memories past. I know I learned a lot, but still don't feel like I have a strong grasp on what my writing will look like, sound like. But that's about to change.
I'm putting my skills to work - for a three month internship - in India. My flight leaves this afternoon, and will land me right in the center of the most unbelievable stories. But they're not just stories - they're people. I'm going to meet them, play games and drink chai, and listen to them share about their lives. I know I'm going to fall in love with these people, and have my heart broken over and over again by the stories they tell. My goal is to be a voice for these people. Even a tiny voice - so at least for a moment, the world notices them.
Legistics:
I’m working with Streams of Mercy (http://streamsofmercy.org/) and their contacts throughout a number of orphanages and ministries in India.
- My team will be living in Chennai until April 29th – working with an AIDS ministry, leper colonies, multiple orphanages and in remote villages.
- The second half of our project will be based out of Pune, getting to know the street kids, orphans, and the women and children living in the red light district.
- I fly back to Texas May 19th, and will finish the remainder of my internship here. A lot of our time in India will be spent collecting stories, doing research and adjusting to the culture. The three weeks in Texas will be extremely valuable for writing, finishing projects and debriefing the trip.
- I’ll be home in Nebraska June 12th, for those still trying to keep up with me :)
I'm so thankful for everyone who has been praying for me and encouraging my team. We really need it! This ministry has been praying for a writing team for years, and there is a huge opportunity to change this community through our works. But that also means there are a lot of challenges ahead of us to face - and we really, really need a team of intercessors to stand behind us.
I plan to post weekly updates - so stay tuned for more stories!
Never doubt that a small group of committed people can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has. - Margaret Mead
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