East St. Louis

It'll be at least a week before I can get back on here (I'm assuming). This next week I'll be part of a work team going to the inner city of E. St. Louis, Illinois. Yep, it's just across the river from St. Louis, and has been called the "most dying city" in America. If you've read the book "Savage Inequalities" by Jonathan Kozol, you'll know where and what I'm talking about from the first chapter. I'm sure I've got a lot to learn while I also have an opportunity to serve there. I'm looking forward to the challenges and opportunities. If you think about it, I'd appreciate your prayers. Have a GREAT week!