It obviously was the highlight of my year and of Rimpy's! In fact my recent letter from her asked when I would be returning!
I got to provide Rimpy and her family with a fleece blanket, toiletries, small bouncy balls, stickers and many other fun things!
In return, meeting her and the many others provided me with hope and anticipation for what God would do through me in the future.
I now I have the blessing of returning to India and continuing to be part of that beautiful culture. I will be studying at Christ University in Bangalore from Feb. 1, 2016-May. While on this study abroad I will be enrolled in
| Course | Term | Grade | Units | Track | Level | Status | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Buddhism and Hinduism in Contemporary Society | Spring | 3.00 | 400 | ||||
| Caste, Class, and Gender in India | Spring | 3.00 | 400 | ||||
| Indian Culture and Traditions | Spring | 3.00 | 300 | ||||
| Introduction to Hindi Language | Spring | 1.00 | 100 | ||||
| Meaning of Rituals in Indian Society | Spring | 3.00 | 400 | ||||
| Service Learning | Spring | 1.00 | 400 |
The total cost of this program is $5,000-which covers my room & board ( I will be living in a female dorm on campus), intuition & course work, & some of those lovely miscellaneous items all colleges like to through in :)
Thankfully, I have had to only pay $1,000 and my financial aid is paying the rest.
Following my study abroad, I will be interning with Global Hope India-a Christian Non-Profit that encourages the local churches in India. Check out their link here: https://globalhopeindia.org/
While on this internship I will be assisting with medical check-ups, ministering to woman & children, and empowering the local believers in Orissa, India.
The cost of the internship is roughly $3,000-which covers May-Aug. room & board and transportation. However, I will also be receiving school credit through my home university, Metropolitan State. The additional cost for this is another $3,000.
As you can imagine I am fundraising like crazy! hahah. So far I have had a pancake picnic event, cleaned houses, got a second job, and meet with a couple of churches to gain support. Long story sort, I need all the help I can get.
Yet, despite this inevitable. I am reminded that this is not about me. No rather there is a greater name that needs to be recognized; that name is Jesus.
As believers and followers of Jesus, it is important to always be reminded that no matter what we do, it should be in honor and representation of Him.
Now, of course, we get this wrong....okay a lot of times we get this wrong. I have commented on this numerous times in my blogs. But here, I want to take a minute to comment on the things we actually do get right, those moments of "greatness", of "astounding recognition", of being noted as "saintly."
Jesus goes beyond us all.
Yes, beyond us all.
The statement: "The ground is all level at the foot of the cross" isn't just for those who feel unworthy, but also for those who feel too worthy.
Sometimes those in ministry can get a big head and think that what they do or say is comparable to the Holy Word of God. News flash, it's not. If someone says that what they are about to tell you can/will "change your life" be questionable. Only the Holy Spirit of the one true God, Yahway can do that.
Thus, I am reminded as I pursue my missionary journeys that sure some people may say I am great...but my "greatness" doesn't even compare to a grain of salt in the majesty of our God. Jesus needs to be greater. For He is greater. John 3:30
When my mindset is changed to this way of thinking, it then takes me to a place of:
-this is God's mission
-these are God's people
-I am a vessel for God
I humbly ask for you support in any way possible towards this internship in India, for I am simply following our GREAT God to used by His GREAT Spirit to reveal to our brothers/sisters in India Jesus's GREAT Love.
You can donate now on the link provided:Donate Now
Click "designate gift", then "2016 India Interns" and finally click "Samantha Reeser"
I appreciate your prayers and donations. Thank you and God bless!
