I got a call from Azusa Pacific University telling me that I’ve been accepted into the Masters of Social Work program. Not only that, but the call was made by the professor who reads through the applications before forwarding them onto the board for acceptance. She even made it a point to tell me how much she enjoyed reading my 10-page personal statement, saying that it was a pleasure to read about my personal & professional experiences (mostly in Cost Rica) and that my application essay was very well written. This was extremely encouraging news as I spent a lot of time on the essay and have had fears about starting grad school after such a 4-year break from undergraduate studies. (Thank you again, Maureen Saati for your help)
Acceptance into graduate school at APU means a few known factors and a bunch more unknowns.
What I know - That I will be attending classes and doing field work in the Azusa area for the next four years, which means that I will be moving up north. I also know that I’ll continue traveling and working with Alternative Missions, but will limit my hours per week (I’ll work between 7 – 10 hours a week for A.M.)
What I don’t know…yet – When or where I’ll be moving, what job I’ll be working to help pay for grad school and living expenses, how this job will work in conjunction with part-time field work during my 2nd & 4th years.
I Need Your Help Networking for Grants and Scholarships
I am pursuing a graduate degree because I believe it is what God has asked me to do. However, as a Christian missionary, I do not have the funding to pay for graduate school. This endeavor is a huge test of my faith and I admit that I am learning to place my confidence in the Lord. One thing I know is that God is not lacking in resources and I trust that He will accomplish this purpose in me.
This is how you can help:
* Do you have any information regarding scholarships or funding for higher education?
* Are you skilled in writing grants or know someone who is?
* Do you work for a company that is willing to give as a tax-deductible donation?
Please email me with any information: TJ@alternativemissions.com
“And my God will meet all your needs according to His glorious riches in Christ Jesus.” Philippians 4:19
Hi TJ!
I’m loving your new website– it’s beautiful! Very informative, crisp, clean, chic design… love it! Thanks for your notes & continued prayers! I am hoping to plug through some backed up messages in my inbox today… it’s amazing how busy things have been even though we haven’t officially started our ministries yet… but anyway, I plan to write back soon. Just FYI. :o) Sending you a hug!
Hi T J ,how is it going? Likw your website,let me know where to send a check,so proud of you! God Bless,and as you said,he will provide. Hope to see an update soon. maureen
I don’t get this, I thought that i gave a comment but anyway, read what I wrote in the other box. Will write soon again. maureen