The Lord has given us another opportunity to reach out to our community and make a difference in some one's life. For the last three weeks, we have been able to host a Good News Club in a local elementary school. To all those who have believed that it is not possible for a bible-believing church to be involved in the lives of children in the local school system, you should think again.
We arrive at the school by 2:00 p.m. each Friday with the permission of the parents, principal, and school district. For about 45 minutes, we tutor reading in preparation for the FCAT exam. After that we give the children a snack and begin our Good News Club. We are using the CEF program and appreciate their assistance with training and credentials.
The club requires a significant amount of participation on the part of our church and friends, but it has been worth it. Six children have come to know Christ as their Savior in the last three weeks. We are averaging over 30 children in attendance each week. As we pray that things continue to go well, we are trusting that other churches in the area will be able to host a club next year as well. Pray with us.
From my perspective, it is time for us to look for ways to be involved in our community. Too often, our "come out from among them, and be ye separate" has resulted in "us four and no more." We run the club and control the environment. I could not be more pleased with the results.
What are you doing to make a difference for eternity where you are?
