Powerless to Help...

The last couple of weeks at work have been challenging, and a bit disheartening. Not because of any conflicts with co-workers or anything. Everything is pretty calm on that front. We've all been getting on quite well with one another.

Sadly, the problem is that the economy is severely limiting our ability to help everyone who needs it. We've been so proud of our policy of providing scholarships so that no one is turned away for an inability to pay. Unfortunately, the demand for financial assistance has been so great this year, there are not funds left. We've awarded more than EVER, and still people are coming in, asking for scholarships.

It's beginning to get to me. I'm not handling it well when I have to inform these families that all of the financial assistance for summer camp has been awarded. The next step is to reach out into the community to see if there are individuals or organizations that wish to sponsor a kid for child care. Somehow, we have to find a way to help these families.

Please pray that the Lord provides a way.