Happy October from Maugenhard dorm!
Autumn is a festive time here. Apples and pumpkins are plentiful and provide surprising bonding opportunities with some of the students. When I first arrived in July, a fellow staff reminded me that the best way to connect with the male students would be through doing projects “side by side” with them. Some of the best conversations to-date have been while picking apples, driving places, or sitting around on couches before bed.
A Maugenhard Spotlight
Since July you have heard about “Maugenhard” and “the guys,” but I would like you to start getting to know them more as individuals; for individual students make this place what it is. In order to do this, each month I plan to spotlight two Maugenhard guys, where they are from, what makes them unique, and some ways you can pray for them.
Introducing John and Will...
*For privacy purposes, I will not post the full newsletter here. Email me at mwaters@teachbeyond.org if you'd like an attached 1-pg. student spotlight newsletter!I look forward to hearing from you all! Fill me in on life for you.
Peace be with you,
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Michelle Waters
