Atlanta, what a time that I had ! It was an interesting but a heartfelt moment serving the community. Almost every single day that I was there I was just vlogging my experience from the road trip, going out, to serving the community. My favorite part of community service was going on a walk around … Continue reading Ajulu – Exploring Clarkston
Maya – After School Students
On Thursday, we went to the afterschool program at Clarkston High School to spend time with the students. I got the chance to talk with the teacher who explained to us why this after-school program is so important. The program helps guide students who are children of immigrants or refugees to do their best work … Continue reading Maya – After School Students
Danielle – The Most Helpful Thing
Throughout the trip, there were constant changes to the schedule and a recurring theme of "What is the most helpful thing?" On our first day of service, we were at the church "Rock of Ages." It was a small church with a little red cross sitting on the outside wall of the building. I would … Continue reading Danielle – The Most Helpful Thing
Alice – Refuge Coffee
In my time during our Alternative Spring Break Trip, I enjoyed working with “Refuge Coffee Co”, a non-profit organization that turned an old gas station into a coffee spot that provides job training to refugees and immigrants. They have shared stories about their mission and the people they have helped. One such story was about … Continue reading Alice – Refuge Coffee
Amani – Grocery Shopping
I think my favorite experience on the trip was going to the grocery store for some of the refugee families as well as delivering them. A little backstory, I actually used to do something similar as a job my freshman year. I worked for a non-profit company called Brightside that’s stationed in St. Paul. Their … Continue reading Amani – Grocery Shopping
Kevin – After School Program
One of my most impactful experiences was visiting a local high school through our serviceprogram. As soon as I walked into that building, I saw myself in those students. Many of themcome from neighborhoods like mine—places where crime, drugs, and violence are all toocommon. What stood out to me most was how many stayed after … Continue reading Kevin – After School Program
Atlanta ’25 Reflection in Chapel – Luke
Atlanta ’25 Reflection in Chapel – Michelle
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Hai Gay – Rock of Ages and Refugees
As a refugee who arrived here in 2010, I can't help but appreciate what Rock of AgesLutheran Church does for refugee families. Spring break in Atlanta was an eye-openingexperience for me. I felt a mix of bittersweet emotions during the trip. I specifically rememberthat on our first day of volunteering, we were at Rock of … Continue reading Hai Gay – Rock of Ages and Refugees
Augsburg University Alternative Spring Break Trip 