Liz Chan of Langley, is a youth member of the Elevation Project trip to Rwanda, departing on July 7th. The following blog wrestles with some of her thoughts and emotions prior to the trip:
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A while ago, Loraine Apley wrote in the music journal Rolling Stone that “Hope is something you use to get you through the hopelessness of life.” It’s a pretty dark statement and it’s one I don’t believe.
Instead, I believe in hope.
What do you say to the kid that wants money for food at lunch time, everyday, for the past 6 years?
What do you say to the girl who just found out about her boyfriend’s sexual past and is crushed?
What do you say to the supporter on the phone who asks how the ministry is going?
What do you say to the kids who make up stupid drama for attention?
What do you say to the healthy kids who have good parents when they get in a fight with them?
What do you say to the girl who's friend is now working as an escort?
There is hope.