I will be serving in the town of Békéscsaba, a county seat of about 70,000 in eastern Hungary and the nearby town of Békés with a population of just under 20,000.
During the week, I will be involved in the ministry of the elderly care facility. After graduating from college, I worked in a nursing home in Hudson, WI. I have experience in geriatrics and I am so excited to learn more about the Hungarian population. It is likely that Iwill also be involved in leading some small English language study groups for students at the local Lutheran High School and the Lutheran Pastor is hopeful that YAGM will take on some leadership in the youth/young adult ministries of the church. In addition to my time with Lutheran Church ministries, one of the focuses of my placement will be involvement in the village of Békés outside of Békéscsaba. There is a youth mission congregation (independent, Pentecostal) that meets in the village of Békés. This youth group/congregation sees its mission to be bringing together Roma and non-Roma young people for worship and fellowship so as to be an example throughout Hungary. My Saturday priority when I am in my site during my year of service is to be present and involved in the activity and ministry of this young adult’s group. After coming home last May from college, I got involved with my home church's Senior High Youth Group. I had a great time getting to know the students and doing activities with them. I am getting so excited to serve in Hungary. Please keep me in your thoughts and prayers as I head overseas.
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Elaina JohnsonI am from a town on the border of Minnesota and Wisconsin. I grew up in Hudson, WI, where I had the privilege of returning after graduating from Winona State University with a degree in Therapeutic Recreation. Archives
December 2016
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