Here's some information about how you can help meet students' physical needs (and other kinds of needs) this week.
Hello, friends!
It's hard to believe we only have six weeks left in our ESL year! I feel like it's flying by. Thanks again for the way you're investing in relationships with our students - it's amazing to see the community that is being built each week!
This week, I just wanted to update you on some ways you might be able to plug in and help students with needs. We would love for you to get on our International Care Team email list - you'd receive needs by email from Megan Sims, who serves as our ICT coordinator, and respond when you're able to help. (These needs can come from our morning or evening students.) Here's a sample of current student needs that are going out through those emails:
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Meals for elderly Puerto Rican widower - Héctor recently moved to Hoover and has been visiting Iglesia la Conexión. Without his wife, he has struggled with meals and also could just use some friendly company. If you are willing to bring him a meal and be open to visiting with him for a little while, here is the meal train where you can sign up.
Ride for Hispanic family to Grace Klein Give & Take store in Bessemer - We have a Spanish-speaking family of 5 that are in need of clothes and would like a ride to the GK Give & Take store, where they can shop for free. If you are willing to take one of the parents, or have the ability to take the whole family, please let me know and I will connect you. The store is open Monday-Friday, 9:00am-4:00pm.
Housing for male Moroccan College Student - A 23-year-old Jeff State student from Morocco is urgently seeking new housing. Ideally, we would like to connect him with a Christian family who not only offers him a place to stay but is also open to welcoming and including him like a true member of the family.
Many items needed for Syrian refugee families - We have learned about 8 recently resettled Syrian refugee families that are in need of many items like clothing, kitchen supplies, appliances, and transportation. I am working on getting more detailed information such as clothing sizes and specifics on what appliances are needed but if have any of the following, please let me know:
Microwave
Washer & Dryer
Any kitchen items like cookware, dishes, etc.
Clothing - More info coming on sizes!
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If you can help with any of these needs, or if you'd like to be added to the International Care Team list, please email Megan.
Thank you for all you do to love our students well each week!!!
Grace Thornton
ESL director
Do you have any feedback, suggestions, or exciting updates? Email Grace!
