Bethel Girls Movin' In

Three weeks ago 4 Bethel College Students & I made the move and entered into the Keller Park Community. At first it was a little bit tough adjusting to the house, with a broken toilet the first week, crickets that had invaded, and the flooding of sewer water...I literally felt like I was on a mission trip. I was a little worried about how the Bethel girls would get used to driving 15 minutes to class vs. walking, cooking for themselves vs. swiping their student ID, and being around 3 other students they didn't know vs. living with best friends. It was a rocky start as expectations were fleshed out. We were all getting used to the idea of a year dedicated to ministering to a broken neighborhood instead of other years that had been about ourselves. I am so proud of how far the girls have come. They are giving of themselves and encouraging each other to press on.

From left to right there is Susie, Chloe, Katrina, & Susanna. Each of them add their own personality & flair. They are all going to be involved with the youth group (The "Crew") we are trying to start here in the neighborhood that is actually kicking off Sept 23. Also, they are going to be involved in a variety of things such as tutoring students, joining my role as a House of Hope parent, involved at children's ministry at Keller Park, and simply being in the neighborhood to play with kids and build relationships. We're excited for what's to come! Thanks so much for your prayers!

-Ali