Thursday, October 23, 2014

One of the most special blessings God has given Mission Arlington® is Anna. Anna started at Mission Arlington® when she was just a few days old. She would sleep in a basket next to her mom’s desk. Anna’s dad, mom, and brother (Tim, Debbie, and Nathanael) all work at Mission Arlington® too.

Growing up around Mission Arlington®, participating in nearly every Mission activity year-round, it didn’t take long before Anna wanted to help. One of her first assignments at Mission Arlington® was puppeteer at the summer backyard Bible club, Rainbow Express. She loved being with the other children and soaked up the Bible teaching she heard.

Her most recent role is the one she enjoys the most. Anna participates in a work program with her school. Each day she and her class visit sites around the city gaining experience in a variety of settings. Once per week, the class works in the clothing room at Mission Arlington®, sorting clothes, assisting shoppers, cleaning, and straightening.

The Mission is Anna’s second home, so when her class works, she feels a deep sense of responsibility for the clothing room and the people she serves. When she’s not in school, you can probably find her helping in the clothing room just for fun.

While Anna loves helping “behind the scenes,” she is equally comfortable leading music on Sunday mornings at South Street Church. She picks the songs, stands in front of everyone, and sings. The congregation calls her a blessing.

She has also been known to leave notes with Bible verses in the Mission Arlington® staff’s mailboxes. It’s always encouraging to find a note from Anna
Anna turned 17 this month. We thank God for the day he gave us Anna and for how he has found the perfect matches for her skills and talents.