teaching 2nd grade!

God has been really faithful! I finished teaching music for a month as the E. Hartford district hired a certified music teacher to take on the long term position. I realize that even though I was there for a month, God used to me to show love to the kids. I see a lot of them now, as they come through Sylvan so I'm able to continue my friendships with them!

One week after my music job was over, I was requested to be a long term sub at O'Brien School in East Hartford, 2nd grade. I jumped at the opportunity to teach for the entire month of Feb (minus break). I love teaching 2nd grade, despite the challenges of a more urban school. In the two weeks that I have been there, I have really grown to love the kids. One studnet gave me a valentine as said, "this is for you because you are the beautiful teacher..in the world." so cute.

I was reminded of my students when I was in church the other day and these were sung during worship.........."Everyone needs compassion, A Love that's never failing, Let mercy fall on me. Everyone needs forgiveness,The Kindness of a savior......My God is mighty to save.." God was showing me that He wants to use me to reach the world, to give compassion to those who need it. That is what I am fulfilling as a teacher to these students who need Jesus' love.

I don't know where I'll end up next, except for the fact that I will do my part in the job search, and expect God to do the rest!!