Getting Plugged In

So, there's more to my life here in Germany than just teaching third and fourth grade.  Writing lesson plans, creating materials, and designing tests take up a lot of time... but getting plugged in outside of my job has been so refreshing and fulfilling.  God has called me here to be a teacher AND a mentor, leader, friend, and learner.

Tuesday nights: Each Tuesday I am meeting with 7 other single ladies from the community, including my two roommates, for Beth Moore's "Esther" Bible study.  I am so looking forward to this opportunity to really dig into God's Word with other like-minded believers my age.  Although there were plenty of opportunities for accountability at Grove City College, I was never involved in such an in-depth study as this one.  Please pray for diligence and discipline to make this study -- and ultimately, God's Word -- a priority in my life.

Wednesday nights: I am thrilled to be leading a small group of 6 freshman girls!  The small group program at BFA matches several students with an adult mentor from the community for a three-fold purpose: getting into the Word, praying for one another, and building relationships.  Last night we played Catchphrase, sang a few worship songs, and worked on creating a time capsule to open at the end of the school year.  Already I am overwhelmed with blessing from these high schoolers.  They made me cookies, brought cupcakes to our second meeting, and bubble over with enthusiasm.  God is good!

Our group has decided to study the book Crazy Love (by Francis Chan) every other week, alternating with fun activities they have suggested (such as a spa night, baking together, Christmas caroling, or a scavenger hunt).  We discovered last week that we all like fruit, chocolate, and music, so I am anticipating a lot of those three things! :)

Thanks for making it possible for me to serve these girls.  Please keep praying as we grow together!