Written by Phul Maya Rasaily, Ministry Apprentice
This is my second trimester leading Arts Community, and I am loving it! Arts Community is growing and flourishing in an amazing way. This trimester we have added a crochet class for teens. Leidy is the volunteer leading the class - she is amazing! By adding this class, we have created an environment where children and teenagers can learn and play together. We have also welcomed two new students with disabilities to Arts Community. Having them this trimester is the cherry on top because they bring a smile to everybody's face. It gives me so much joy to see other students getting involved to help them in their classes. However, Arts Community is not flourishing on its own. We couldn’t do any of this without God’s help and provision. He has provided committed volunteers who have a great heart for immigrants and refugees. They are the pillars of Arts Community!
Like Arts Community, my discipleship group is also growing in faith and confidence. Every Wednesday, I meet with four teenage girls to study the bible, pray, and share life. Roshna Rai is one of the teenage girls that participates in the discipling group. She has a learning disability but has not been diagnosed yet. She really impresses me and makes me proud of her. Whenever I read a Bible story she listens attentively and eagerly. She never misses a detail and remembers all the stories I have shared. A few months back I invited her to share one of these stories at our Sunday school. She decided to share the story of how Pharaoh's daughter found and rescued Moses. As I watched her, I realized how much she has grown in her leadership skills and confidence. It made me happy to see God working in her and excited to continue doing what I do.
Through Arts Community and the discipling group, I have gained more self-confidence. I have more trust in my leadership and planning skills. And whenever I am feeling low, my awesome volunteers and students encourage, support, and guide me. I would love for you all to pray for the continued growth of Arts Community. Also please pray for more amazing volunteers with a heart to serve and share with our kids - specifically for teachers for our arts and crafts and keyboard classes.
Have you ever wondered what goes on at a typical night of programming at Mission Adelante? Adelante Arts Community, Refugee Kids Club, Refugee Youth Club, Citizenship Class, Latino ESL, Teens Adelante, and Kids Adelante have Observation Nights coming up! Visit www.missionadelante.org/observe to sign up!
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Love the arts? Enjoy working with children and youth? We invite you to come serve at Arts Community! This fun program meets Monday evenings to practice their talents, create friendships, and learn more about Jesus. Visit our website for more information: http://www.missionadelante.org/arts/