Author Archives: Geist Youth

Today made us realize how much struggle immigrants go through to find a safer place to live. Immigrants have to fill out much more paperwork than we imagined. In most situations, it can take years even to get accepted. One of our speakers said that, on average, it could take 2 to 20 years toContinue reading “Kentucky Refugee Ministry”

The hike we did was an experience I will never forget. Even though it was frustrating with all the bruises and headaches due to the heat and thorns, the views were worth it. It was interesting to listen to the wilderness and the sounds of nature. When we got to the best view, it wasContinue reading “The Hike”

Parents with children on the Mission Trip. I have just sent an email. It’s about our return on Friday. Please check your email, and if you did not receive one please email me or text me.

Today we are spending some time with Kentucky Refugee Ministry. Kentucky Refugee Ministries, Inc. (KRM), is a non-profit organization, that is dedicated to providing resettlement services to refugees through faith- and agency-based co-sponsorship in order to promote self-sufficiency and successful integration into our community. KRM is committed to offering access to community resources and opportunitiesContinue reading “KRM”

It never ceases to amaze me at the full-heartedness of the youth. We began the day at Kamp Kessa, which is a horse farm that assists people with developmental disabilities. We met Mr. H and Dr. T who own the kamp. The youth assisted with pulling burrs, staining a deck, sorting trash piles, and manyContinue reading “Tuesday Review”

At food chain we learned a lot. We learned that they grow tilapia so they can get the manure into the plants to grow. They filter out the ammonia in the water to get the clean water.They use the clean water for the plants to grow. They grow lettuce, kale, time, and other herbs. TheyContinue reading “Food Chain”

Arbor Youth strives to end youth homelessness by providing a safe and supportive environment to youth who have suffered abuse, abandonment, or are at risk of victimization. We envision a community where every child and youth have a stable home. On Monday, I found my time there very informative! Arbor Youth helped me to becomeContinue reading “Arbor Youth”

Tonight the youth took in an afternoon Lexington Legends game.