Update from Atl.

So its been about five or six weeks since we have been in Atlanta, and so far its going great.  I am learning more and more each day.

Let me walk you through a normal week here in Atlanta.

Monday- Class from 7:45-12:00.  Lunch.  Free time (usually spent at starbucks reading). The upper room (Time of fellowship and worship).

Tuesday-Class.  Lunch.  reading.  Possibly ministry.

Wednesday-Class.  Lunch.  Ministry time at Georgia tech (we hang out with the internationals, and help them with their english)

Thursday-Class.  Lunch.  Free time/reading.  Georgia tech again, only this time just me and one other guy go down there and hang out with a few Taiwanese guys and just get to know them.

Friday.  Class.  Lunch.  Free time/reading/various other activities.

Weekends are free.

So there’s a normal week here in Atlanta for me, just so you can  get a little bit of an understanding as to what all goes on.  I mentioned that on Thursdays I usually spend a great deal of time hanging out with a few Taiwanese guys.  I love this time of the week, because I can really see a friendship growing.  I having a lot of fun getting to know these guys.  I hope to soon share my faith with them and see where it goes from there.  If you all could pray for me during all of this, I would really appreciate it.  It’s really tough to get to a point of sharing your faith without feeling like your forcing it on them, but if I wait too long it may never happen.

I hope you all are doing well.  If there’s anything I can do for you just let me know, and I’ll do my best to get it done.

Kyle

Week four

We are now entering the Forth week of class here in Atlanta.  This week is a little different.  Instead of having class we are staying at home and focusing on spiritual growth in our own ways.  It’s Monday, and so far this week has been great.  I cant wait to see all the things that God is going to reveal to me over this time.

So far, I have learned many things from this Mts (missionary training school).  I have opened up a lot and been challenged to step outside me comfort zone.  It’s really awesome to see how God removes my discomfort in times that He wants to use me for his glory.  I have done so many things since I’ve been here that I never thought I would be able to do.  Being able to build relationships with the internationals here has really been a blessing.  I love getting to know new people and learning about their culture.  I’m so thankful that God decided to place use me to bring him glory in Thailand.  I’m also very thankful for all the people that are partnering with me during all this and providing me with the finances that I need to do this.  Always remember that without your help I wouldn’t be able to do this.  You are playing just as big of a part in the work that is going to be done in Thailand as I am.  So thanks you guys!  I will continue to keep you all in my prayers, and I hope that God continues to test your faith through all of this.  I hope it helps you to grow in Him as I am growing in Him.

I will continue to keep you guys updated as the weeks progress.  If there is anything You need or anything  you would like me to pray for, just let me know.

Kyle

Anyang ha se yo, (South Korean for “hello”)

min ga la ba, (Burmese for “hello”

Sa wat dee khrap, (Thai for “hello”)

Hello,

You might wonder why I just greeted you all in four different Languages.  Well, let me tell you.  So I have been out and about this last week, trying to get plugged in with the local ministries that are set up in this area.  So far I’ve gotten in touch with the local community center’s manager, and asked him about volunteer possibilities.  I will probably be helping out there once or twice a week from now on.  Also, I helped a few refugees from all over the world fill out resumes so that they can try and get jobs.  There is a local internet cafe that is run by volunteers that this took place at.  I met a few people there.  One was a Burmese man.  He taught me a few phrase in his language, hence the burmese “hello”.  Today, I went to Georgia tech because at there language institute, there had a cross cultural day where about 30 international students got together with us volunteers and we all met one on one and conversated (basically me asking questions because they new very little english).  I met a friend named Charlie from south Korea and he taught me how to say a few things in South Korean such as anyang ha se yo (hello) and nu tuke ja nae nee ( how are you).  I really enjoy learning all these different things about other cultures and languages.  It really fascinates me.

So yeah, overall, a good week.  I cant wait to see all the amazing things that God is going to do with me and the team even just here in Atlanta.

Kyle

And so we begin!

Arrived here in Atlanta a few days ago.  Just got settled into the apartment.  It’s pretty nice.  this is the first time I have ever been on my own, and for the most part its not bad at all.  Can Just say I really want to thank everyone at lifepoint for helping us with our furniture problem.  You guys are amazing!

Everyone on the team is bonding really well.  I am so thankful to be here with a team.  Even though I have never experienced being on the mission field I couldnt imagine ever doing it alone.

School is going great.  Lots of reading, but I am actually enjoying it for the most part.  Much more to come.

Ok, I’m going to be honest here for a sec.  I really do not like blogging.  haha.  But, I think I really need to start so that you all can keep up with the amazing things that will be happening with the Bangkok team.  But I think this is about all for the day.  I will post again soon.  I hope all of you are having a great day, and I pray that God blesses you in the days to come.

Kyle

Blogging

Hey everyone, thanks for checking out my blog.  Now normally blogging isn’t my thing, but as some of you may know, I am going to be moving to Bangkok, Thailand in June of 2010.  I will be going with a group of people from my church, and will be living there for at least 3 years.  God’s placed this calling on my life, and I cant wait to see the many things that he has in store for me and my team while we are over there.  With all that being said, I figure its best to start blogging in order to keep everyone in touch, and up to date with the awesome things God is going to be doing through me and the team.

Now in January of 2010, The team and I will be moving to Atlanta in order to go through a training school that will help us to be better prepared for the tasks that God has in store for us in Thailand.  I only have three more weeks left, and I’m so excited!

I will try to blog regularly while I’m gone to keep everyone up to date.  If there is anything I can do for any of you, just let me know and I will do my best to help.

Kyle