The Spot
Youth playing the Wii / games of Ping-Pong / "The Jerk" dance lessons / beef patties and ice cream cones being consumed / laughter / self-defense lessons from our B3 police department / manicures and pedicures for the ladies / raffles for school supplies, gift cards, etc...This is a brief snapshot into what you might expect on a night at "The Spot". Every Thursday night since early summer, between 40 and 50 youth have been coming out to a teen cafe called "The Spot".
I'm so thankful to have been able to be a part of "The Spot" the past couple of weeks. I feel completely out of my element, but in my element all at the same time. I'm in my element because I've always loved working with young people, but so out of my element working with youth that have grown up in a completely different environment than I did. I can't explain how important it has been and will continue to be to me to surround myself with people that broaden my perspective on different cultures, lifestyles, and choices. I think we are absolutely missing out on a taste of heaven if we remain in our bubbles of comfort and familiarity. I'm not saying it's easy to step out of those bubbles, but I'm saying it's worth it. Sorry...that was a tangent :)
Pray for "The Spot" next week. Pray for safety, fun, and fellowship. Pray that the Holy Spirit resides in our words with the youth - and that they would come to know Christ as their personal Savior.
