North Philly!

I am now a resident of North Philly!!

My team and I moved into our apartment on the third floor of a ministry site (Teen Haven) last friday, and we already feel like close family. 

We have all bonded well and each day I get more and more excited for what the year will bring. 

This past week (as well as next week) we have had orientation and training.  And during our free time we go out and try to meet our neighbors.  Today we even got to navigate the public transportation systems as we try to learn more about our new home. For the next 5 weeks we will all be on a technology fast (sans Friday's).  While at times it may seem hard, I am excited for the opportunities this fast will provide for our team as we aim to be fully present here in Philadelphia. 

I will be starting at my service site on the 17th and while I am a bit nervous, I am also really excited. 

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prayer
- for continued team bonding
- for our neighborhood
- for Hunting Park Christian Academy (my service site)
- for rest