Back to School for Marvin

Hey team. I thought I'd fill you in a little more on my endeavors to get involved in some of Kelowna's elementary schools. At the beginning of the first week of the year, God put it on my heart to look into volunteering at some elementary schools. After becoming frustrated in the fall by not being able to come up with any new outreach plans or dreams, it was exciting to finally be given some direction.

The next step was to figure out what schools to call. Because I personally know so many kids at Springvalley, it only made sense to start there. It turned out that they were looking for volunteers for their "One-to-One" reading program. And just like that, I'll be doing my first tutoring session on Thursday morning after receiving training this Monday!

Beyond Springvalley I was having trouble figuring out where else to go. I got to the point of thinking that one school was enough to start with, but I wasn't able to get Pearson Rd. or Bankhead (downtown) out of my mind. I had the strongest feeling about Bankhead so I finally gave in and called there. I've since been playing phone tag with the "One-to-One" coordinator there. In one of her messages she mentioned that there would likely also be other opportunities in the coming months, through PAC-run events...

As for Pearson Rd. I had written it off right in the beginning after I was told I'd first have to meet with the principal. But, like I said, I haven't been able to get it out of my mind so I'll be looking into a meeting next week.

So, although I don't know where it all will lead, I am looking forward to being Jesus to the kids I'll be helping in the coming months. And beyond that, I'm going to simply watch for opportunities in the coming months and be obedient when God speaks again. Won't you be a part of this adventure by joining with me in prayer for all these things?

Serving with you,

marvin