From February 17 to 21 a group
of students from Ambrose University College partnered with Anchored Warriors
and had the opportunity to spend a few days at Eden Valley. It was a great
experience! There was no better way to spend our reading week.
There were four students who
went, Carisse, Tara, Rafael, and myself: Kayla. At first we did not know what
to expect, but as the week went on we learned more and more that we were the
ones being served, not doing the serving. I was privileged to learn so much
about native culture. We got a tour of the reserve on our first day there,
which helped us get a feel for the area. Every night we got to go to the hockey
games at the arena, which they were so much fun! It was great way to connect
with people there while watching a good game of hockey. We had the opportunity
to work in the school for a day; everyone was very welcoming. My favourite part
was playing tag at recess. We got to clean the church in Eden Valley and
recognize it as a sanctuary.
God defied my expectations and
blessed us in numerous ways over the course of the week. There were many
lessons to be learned this trip: lessons on sacrificial love, on true joy, and
on resting in God. God brought rest to my weary soul as I learned how to be
dependent on others for guidance. He did more than we could have asked for or
imagined. The relationships that were built are what matter, and I pray that
they will remain.
We got to meet and talk with
Joel and Amanda Sewell, who have been involved in Eden Valley for almost five
years. Their wisdom and hospitality was very much appreciated. High RiverAlliance Church was also gracious enough to let us stay the week in their
building. This trip would not have happened without them. Thank you to Anchored
Warriors and every at Eden Valley for supporting us and allowing us to learn
and grow. It was an amazing experience! I hope to have more like it in the
future.
Written by Kayla.
Written by Kayla.
