We are looking ahead to starting classes in the latter part of the week and are slowly moving over to our school schedule. While the guys are adjusting to an earlier schedule, the staff is planning classes and gathering supplies. It's an exciting week of change, and one that we wish to lay at the week of our God. Please join with me in prayer for:
* A new school year
This week marks the start of another school year here at Micah. The staff is preparing lesson plans and gearing up for the next several months of teaching while the guys are purchasing their school uniforms and handling their own preparations. Please pray that this year goes smoothly, that the guys apply themselves to their studies, and that we are able to continue showing God's love through classes and homework.
* The technical school
These past two weeks, Brian Wiggs and a variety of helpers have been constructing the first stage of the Micah Technical School right here on the terrace of Micah house. Brian and company have been constructing a small workplace for metalworking and carpentry on our rooftop terrace , and the technical school will be open soon! Please pray in this exciting time that construction finishes smoothly, that the Lord blesses Brian's outreach to the neighborhood guys and the older street kids, and that the Lord's will is done through this new aspect of our ministry.
* Arle
After leaving Micah in December of 2008, Arle Mejia has struggled to progress and grow. However, this past week, Arle made the decision to enter El Sembrador, a technical school located in the countryside outside of Tegucigalpa. While he has struggled in the past, please pray that Arle is able to use this opportunity to its full extent and that he is able to move forward. Also, please pray that he is able to adapt to life outside of the city and that he is able to thrive in his new situation.
* The continuation of strategic planning
As we gear up for the new school year, Michael is continuing ahead with Micah's five-year strategic plan. Please continue to pray for this entire process.
* David and Axel
No, I'm not referring to "our" Axel and myself. Rather, I ask you to join us in praying for two street kids that we have recently met. Both David and Axel are young street children, and thus, prime candidates for Micah! Please pray for our relationship with them to continue to grow and deepen and that someday, they will be Micah guys!! Below, Deno Fabbre, a firend of the Micah Project, poses with little David!
* John Bell
John has had health issues this past week, and is currently taking some time to rest. The doctors haven't been clear as to the cause of John's issues, but they have suggested that it is an infection. Please pray that they are able to identify the cause of John's health problems and that he is able to rapidly heal.
* And Praises!!
- Safe travels. Praise God for keeping us all safe as various Micah staffers have been traveling around Honduras for a variety of reasons.
- Micah technical school update: stage one, complete!! It's an exciting blessing to see the new workshop on Micah's roof. Praise God for bringing this to pass!
- Wonderful friends here in Honduras. From the teachers at the International School to Eduardo to Pastor Edwin, there is a wide variety of people here who support and encourage us. Thank God for bringing them into our lives.
- Wonderful friends in the U.S. and elsewhere. Many, many thanks to all of you for your prayers and messages. It SERIOUSLY helps and encourages us!
In the midst of change and turmoil, we are pushing ahead and looking to see our God glorified in and through us. It is because of His grace that we can move ahead and be His lights, and it is because of His love that we yearn to see Him glorified in the lives of our guys. We ask our God to continue to be the heart, the strength and the director of this ministry, and we look forward to humbly serving Him in this coming year!
The Peace of God be with You,
David Hawthorne
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