MINISTRY FOCUS: Bella is an 18-year-old who has responded to the call to service in Takua Pa, Thailand. Her passion for working with kids was realized at 16 when asked to help answer questions a grade 7 classroom had about going to high school. Since then, she has served in Sunday school, provided care for three young girls, and continued to learn about child development and learning patterns. Each of these elements has equipped her for the work she will be doing with Imagine Thailand. She will teach English at the local elementary school to children ages 5-7 and volunteer at the Lighthouse Learning Centre in the afternoon; this volunteering will include tutoring, leading in activities, and developing relationships with each child.
MINISTRY HISTORY: Bella's ministry experience includes working in Children's ministry with Christ Community Church and Love Quest International Church and providing temporary care for three girls ages 9, 11, and 12. Although her service in Children's Ministry with Christ Community was short-lived because of her temporary stay in Ucluelet, it was deeply impactful. She developed relationships with the children at the church and gained important experience that will play a role in the ministries she will continue to venture on. Her service with Love Quest International Church taught her how to see the Image of God in each child and how to be flexible and think quickly. Lastly, living with three young girls taught her how to be patient and provide specific needs of each child. Each of these opportunities was a place where Bella said “yes” to God and He gave her tools she will use in future ministries.
PRAYER REQUESTS:
- Prayer for the community of Takua Pa to realize the love of the Father.
- Prayer for conversations about God to be guided by the Holy Spirit.
- Prayer against loneliness.
- Prayer for wisdom while working with the children in Takua Pa.