Hi Again

Sorry for the inaction (is that a word?) as of late. I've been really busy between my 3 jobs and keep meaning to get on here but somehow continue not to. Besides being extremely busy (and tired) life has been really good and work in the North End, while stressful some days, has been rewarding. I'm connecting well with most of the kids and hearing God more clearly with every passing situation. One example is with a young man named "D Jr."

He was a bit too old for our program, but I heard God clearly telling me to make a connection with him rather than just letting him leave. So I told him to come back later and I could try and help him find a "real" job. I ended up taking him to Youth Employment Services on Portage Avenue last week. On the drive there and back we had some great discussions. He has numerous criminal convictions, but despite that I couldn't help but see a great man who God has big plans for. I can't really go into any details, but you all can keep "D Jr." in your prayers and I can relay how God is moving and transforming him throughout the summer.

Another amazing move of God has been how He's used all of you to support me financially. I received a couple more "deputations" this week and now have enough money for my summer wages, mileage, and meals. Your prayers are the most important thing I can ask for right now, but your financial support has been a real blessings.

I hope to write more frequently and relay more stories of how God is moving in the teens' lives, but it's just a matter of finding a few minutes to sit down at the computer. I pray for all of you and thank God for sending each of you into my life! Please be sure to send any prayer requests you may have to me at mike@willowlake.ca

Be blessed people!