East 2 West Prayer RequestThis month we are looking at Paul and Nick, the local Police Community Youth Pastors based in Egham (Paul) and Windsor (Nick). This is an unusual role as they work in partnership with the Police to provide support to young people. Their role is not about simply seeking to curb poor behaviour; it is about enabling a young person to unpack the reasons why they behave in such a way and to bring hope into their lives. Please pray that ways will become clear that will enable us to overcome the challenge of engaging with young people who are very unmotivated and spontaneous.; that we can help them to see 'what they're missing' so that they will strive to achieve more with their lives ( many of them are so used to being unemployed and unqualified that they don’t see the need to stretch themselves); for a clear vision from God as we think about the future of the PCYP role in Egham and Runnymede and where we should be focusing our efforts, particularly as we seek to work with those young people who are, or are at risk of becoming, NEET (Not in Education, Employment or Training); for the Police officers and County Council youth work staff we work with who are all facing significant and challenging changes due to the Government spending cuts; that we will be able to be an encouragement and witness to them and that they will know God’s peace. |