Day after day I have different conversations with people in my neighborhood. Some of my interactions are encouraging, while others are intense and saddening. It is important for me to share them with you.
Lynda is a mother who lives in an apartment on our street. I first met her at the bus stop. Jannelle and I saw her as we were leaving the Day Shelter earlier this week. Her boyfriend Darrell burnt all her clothes and went back to his ex. (I saw her clothes out on the street without realizing they were her's). Oh how my heart mourns for her. I hope Lynda desires real change, will utilize the Shelter's resources, and will be strong enough to stay away from Darrell.
I 'officially' met one of the drug dealers who lives on our street. His name is Bo and he is a really nice guy. He thanked me for the care we show to the children. He expressed gratitude for what we are doing in the neighborhood. I walked away blessed by our conversation. A bridge is being built. I want to invite him over for one of our hospitality meals.
My teammate Colyn and I were walking on Griffin St when a man approached us. Nobody recognized us as we walked and wanted to know if we were the cops. It took us a while to convince "Big Guy" that we were living in the neighborhood. It was an intense conversation. Big Guy used to be a drug dealer, but now he sells CD's and DVD's. I walked away with one in my hand.
Continue to pray for the people in English Ave. God is at work in the lives of those here.
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