Should Schools Teach “Character?”

22. February, 2012Education, Teacher TrainingNo comments

One of the things I did this semester was teach Character Building to 11th and 12th grade student at our model school. From being one of approximately 17 different subjects the students are required to take in a week, to being the only class where Click to read more.

A Need to Love

14. February, 2012Leadership, Relief WorkNo comments

It’s a part of our human nature to desire to love people. It’s something we don’t always realize is there, but I have been recently reminded of this.  Being in a different culture has a myriad of challenges–some I am Click to read more.

Poverty Keeps Asian Children Out of School: Getting to Know Joko

10. February, 2012Education, Faithfulness, Student Stories2 comments

A Mustard Seed team mate told me about getting to know Joko.

He was squatted in front of the trash receptacle for a long time.  Was he eating?  When he finally stood he walked to the next trash receptacle.  I watched him crisscross Click to read more.

Beginning again! The story of Xavier*, a teacher-in-training

2. February, 2012Education, Faithfulness, Partnership, Teacher TrainingNo comments

Freedom in Christ – Most of us take it for granted.  We have no idea what it’s like to be lured from despair with promises of a free education into the Click to read more.