I have really enjoyed teaching an English conversation & oral presentation course at Friedrich-Schiller University since 2001. Today I took a photo of my bright & dedicated class (a few are missing because of final exams that have already begun!). Being on campus in this capacity keeps me 'sharp' --in meeting new students, & in contributing to society in a way which most people in my community can appreciate!
One more thing-- teaching here has been a living example to me, yet again, that there are no 'wasted circumstances.' No accidents.
"God never wastes his men, or wastes experiences."
A quote from years before by my mom. This was when my brother Bruce was biking through south China & a young guy in his tour group, reacting to a malaria medication, died soon after in a hospital in Hawaii. Sometimes people, nice events or even tragedies we come across make us question: "why is this part of my life?" In college, I got a minor in bilingual education (Spanish & English), and then taught English for 2 years in my old high school. But thinking about moving to Germany, I figured it would just be to work in campus ministry. Little did I know... The Lord knew, however, that I'd be able to use this specialized piece of my training & degree again!
2 comments:
What an encouraging word, Martha! Thanks for the reminder and I'm excited to see how He continues to suprise us with His goodness!
martha you are so great! ah the class...brings up so many good memories. blessings on you in these final weeks leading up to Glorieta
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