blessed...

At the "Underwater World," I touched a shark for the first time. It was super neat.

My dad left for home- going back to the cold winter of Canada. It was such a blessing to have him here in Guam with me for the first month. Saying goodbye at the airport...

Working with youth and leading the drama service ministry is new to me. It's a great experience and way to be creative. I'm enjoying it a lot and am having a blast as our group is currently working on a drama called, "He's going to what?" It is about God's plan for the birth of Jesus.

This is another group of service ministry- Worship. I'm very excited as the two churches: First Church of God and Touchpoint have come together, blessing us with a good size youth group. I continue to look forward as this youth opportunity expands. I pray that God will prepare our hearts as leadership- that we will speak truth and encourgaement to them, and that they will be open to recieve God's will, His love, and that He will also prepare their hearts.

Wonderful things take place as we come toghether as the body of Christ. Prayer is powerful, so thanks again for all your prayers!

Be Blessed* I miss you all!

Love Kalena :)

People of Guam

I have had so many different opportunites to see and do new things. I have been to what is called Chamorro Village two times now. It is like a market that is held every Wednesday. You can walk around, eat food, and find all kinds of things.

The other day a bunch of us went to a private beach, and had a barbeque. We tried coconuts right off the tree, went in the water, and had a great time! It was a lot of fun. We were still there to see the sun set. I can't describe how beautiful it was to sit on the beach with rocks, sand and the water around me, watching the reflection of the sun on the water, and the sky turn incredible colors!

I have been so blessed by the people I'm around and have met here. It's funny how a smile and few words from someone can touch your heart so deeply! I am excited as I feel God is already changing me, challenging me and helping me grow. Thank you so much for your prayers! After Christmas, I will be having more opportunities to meet with the youth throughout the week. It will help me get to know them more, and I'm very excited about that.

~Kalena

"... I am with you always, to the very end of the age." Matthew 28:20

Prayer requests: - Please pray for the youth here, and that God will continue to make divine appointments. Sometimes it is hard for kids to open up when they know that you will be leaving. - and please pray as I continue to adapt to the culture, and build friendships.

Thank you so much!

"You're never far, I will be where you are, and when you come to me, you can bet I will open my arms..."

Kalena