I've been in my church youth group for coming to 5 years now, and as much as I'm reluctant to close that chapter, I have to move on to young adults, especially after my parents' firm decision for me.
I remember the first time I stepped into GLCC, I was moved by the warmth and welcome of the people, including every single one of the youth then - Melody, Yufei, Elizabelle, Claudia, Giolo etc. My first youth meeting was the screening of Fireproof, and other than the movie that moved my heart, the people at that youth meeting treated me as if I was already part of them, which really moved me greatly.
Then, after the Lord touched me in a special way, I felt moved to join Street Evangelism (or Street E in short) because I was excited to tell people about the power and the love of Jesus. I still long for souls to be saved everyday, for people to experience the amazing love of Jesus like what I experience. I also joined the Youth Ministry, because I wanted to reach other newcomers and welcome them like I was welcomed.
The past 5 years in Youth taught me so much, and I made so many new friends. Though many came and left, I still pray that the youth will continue growing and reaching more for the Kingdom. It is my heartbeat for youths to love the Lord and fix their eyes on where true joys can only be found - in Jesus, and help others to experience that great love of God.
I guess I should be grateful that I've had an extra 2 years with you all when the youth extended the age limit to JC and poly kids, but I guess the time has come for me to move on.
I am truly so thankful that I have had the privilege to serve with so many of you, whether through youth camp or other means, and every one of you have made an impact on my life in some way or another. Really sad to leave especially after all the new friendships forged in this youth camp, but I believe God has a plan for me. One day, maybe the Lord will lead me back to the youth again to serve. Praying for y'all!
// doreeen
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