An Update of Sorts

Why hello everyone!

We are two weeks into summer, and I definitely love my work at Urban Connection! I am not wearing my rose-colored glasses, as the work definitely has its ups and downs, but overall I find it to be a rewarding, fulfilling experience. Every day I smile as the kids enter the arts and crafts room and approach me (and all the other leaders) with hugs, smiles, and stories.

I think the main thing for me to remember is that I’m working at Urban to serve God and to spread His Love throughout one area of San Antonio. On the way to work today I heard the song “Everlasting God,” with the refrain “Strength will rise as we wait upon the Lord . . . ,” and I felt that the song captured the attitude and mindset of our work at UC-SA. First, my strength, which is sometimes sapped by the hours, the drives to and from work, and the work itself, will rise and be renewed when I think about the Lord and ask Him to strengthen me. Second of all, I know I will get that strength because I am waiting on the Lord by serving others. As Jesus says, “Whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me” (Mat. 25:40). My work is not about me and my contributions, but about GOD, and it has been a blessing to see God at work with all these beautiful children.

Speaking of children . . .

Today little Esmeralda greeted me enthusiastically as I walked through the door after my day off, “Miss Laura! We were so worried about you,” complete with adorable hand gestures. I was enjoying my assigned day off, but her genuine concern cheered me and started my day on a great note.

Cheers,

Laura