These words were scribed by the exiles from Jerusalem when Babylon took them captive and destroyed their city. However, they also describe so many youth and families who have become overwhelmed by the challenges this pandemic has created for them. These barriers only compounded what they were already facing, leaving a feeling that it would be foolish to even consider hope.

The writer continues by saying “Yet I still dare to hope when I remember this: The faithful love of the Lord never ends! His mercies never cease. Great is His faithfulness; His mercies begin afresh each morning. I say to myself: ‘The Lord is my inheritance; therefore, I will hope in Him!’” Lamentations 3:21-24

The same hope is what our city’s youth need today and I am thrilled to share with you that the team at YFC London is able to do so through generous support. As we navigate the next few months of transitions, we are providing inclusive hybrid programs whereby youth can meet in person, or virtually, as we simultaneously connect. We don’t want any youth to miss out regardless of restrictions that may be in place at any given time. Please pray that as we connect and gather youth together again, they may “still dare to hope” as they discover the faithful love of the Lord! 

We are praying for you too! 

In His peace, James Coolidge

Executive Director, YFC London