MFUGE: Part of the transformation

Erica Peterson

First Baptist Church Mountain Park

Stone Mountain, Georgia

Age: 17

When I first came to Jackson, all I thought about was the heat! It is probably about 10 degrees hotter in Jackson than at home, so it definitely took some getting used to. Walking across the campus at Mississippi College, I prayed that God would allow me to choose the right track for my M-Fuge rotation. I was torn between two options, but chose to work with the children’s program at Mission First.

So, early Monday, we all piled into a charter bus and set out for Mission First. I noticed a lot of things in the neighborhoods were very different from where I live. I could tell that in areas it must be difficult to live here.

Coming to Mission First, I didn’t know how much I could invest into the lives of the children. However, when I arrived, I could already see God and His hand at work. From the beautiful mural on the playroom walls, to the hand made crafts in all of the rooms, I could feel the joy and love of God everywhere.

I was very impressed with the way the staff and volunteers cared for these students. It’s truly a great thing that God has going at Mission First! I am so glad that I had the opportunity to be a part of the transformation!

Youth enjoying the playroom sponsored by the

Junior League of Jackson.