I’m writing to update you on my life and this program that I’ve decided to take now that I am graduated from high school. I’ve been accepted to spend six months in Switzerland and abroad by an organization called YWAM (Youth With A Mission). YWAM is an organization that teaches youth mission and evangelism skills that will help spread God’s message and love.
Why am I doing it? During this school year it was very challenging deciding what I wanted to do after I graduated high school. I was stuck between studying art at WWU, the Marine Corps. After much thought, I decided to go with a third option, which was YWAM. My sister had gone to YWAM in Switzerland and she strongly recommended it. YWAM seemed like a great opportunity to travel and meet new cultures. Yet, overall I felt called to finally get experience in ministry.
When will I be going? Why, I’m in the plane right now as I write this. Anyway, more about this program. I am taking a DTS (Discipleship Training School) at the YWAM base in Lausanne, Switzerland. This consists of three months of class and lectures and then about two months of outreach to do mission work in a country that we decide on after training.
If you are unfamiliar with Switzerland, and I know many of the people I’ve talked to are, then here is an important thing to know. Switzerland and Sweden are not interchangeable names. Switzerland and Sweden are, in fact two different countries in two completely different places. Switzerland is the country of chocolate, Swiss army knives, watches, lederhosen, bankers, Alps, cheese and neutrality; and is situated in central Europe. The Swiss speak French, German, and Italian. Sweden is the land of Fish, Vikings, and stew; and is situated up in all that cold stuff. They speak Swedish…. So remember. I’m in SWITZERLAND.
Without a doubt, my time here will be challenging at times and very live changing. It would be much appreciated if you prayed for me and my adventures, that they all go well, and that I would stay encouraged and hungry for new experiences and learning.
Thanks!
