God has blessed the Connection Club at Pearland Junior High East with some amazing things. And some amazing obstacles.
First of all, this club has an amazing adult support team: Patti Kachel and Linda and Billy Shaw. These are Grandparents that show up each week and just help. Help pass out snacks, help set up the room and then help get it ready for the class after wards.
But it is the adult contact that they give the students that is such a blessing. Patti comments on Juan's glasses. CJ tells Linda his birthday is in 7 days. Billy cheers on the football players and pats them on the back. Linda's granddaughter grins from ear to ear and goes to hug Linda. Patti greets the speaker. The list could go on about the small acts of kindness and love this team brings to this club and the 60 to 80 students that attend.
Remember many of these kids won't get this kindness at school from their peers. And too many won't get this kind of encouragement and kind words at home either.
I will write a second blog about the student leadership team - which is wonderful, but first let me address an obstacle.
Because everything has to be "politically correct", when the on campus Christian Club writes their announcements. Let's stop here and praise God that they can make announcements.
But their announcements can't include the words: God, Jesus, Prayer, Christian, Bible, the name of any youth pastor/speaker.
"The Connections Club will be meeting on Wednesday morning in the Art room and a speaker will address good citizenship. Snacks will be served."
Gives you a new perspective on Snacks - it's the only thing that isn't in code!
There are still students who are trying to start a Christian Club. They are shocked to find out that Pearland Junior High East has one!
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