Can you name a teacher who inspired you? Teachers around the world influence an average of 30 students every year. They care about students, but who cares for the teachers?

This month, I joined the International School Project, a branch of Cru^® that cares for teachers. In 30 countries around the world, we’ve helped educators establish teacher communities so they can help their peers grow professionally and spiritually.

Somaly, a teacher in Cambodia, has prayed for years that God would use her in the lives of her students. Six months ago, Kevin, a staff member with the International School Project, asked God to lead him to teachers in Cambodia who wanted to help other teachers and students grow in their faith.

When Somaly and Kevin met in Cambodia six months ago, they became answers to each other’s prayers. Somaly and three other teachers formed a nucleus of the teacher community, trusting God to use them to make disciples of other teachers.

Next month, I plan to travel to Cambodia along with Kevin and two other Americans to provide leadership training to approximately 20 Cambodian teachers from four cities. In June, others will return for a conference for more than 100 teachers who will learn how to use ISP’s DreamMakers curriculum to teach morals and values, including a gospel presentation, to students.

After the conference, teachers will be invited to join the teacher community where they can talk about their experiences in the classroom. Spiritual training will be available to those who are interested as well.

I will collect stories about teachers who have benefited professionally and spiritually from ISP’s work. I look forward to meeting Somaly and other teachers, and learning more about them.

While I’m gone, Mark will remain in Orlando and continue leading the writers team that creates our digital magazine, Cru Storylines.

Please pray for us this month:

• Pray that nothing will keep the teachers who have registered for the leadership conference, from attending.
• Pray for our team as we prepare to present content during the conference, and that the content will inspire teachers to lead their communities well.
• Pray that some teachers will come to know Christ and will join the spiritual training part of ISP’s outreach.

Thank you so much for your prayers and generosity. We’re truly grateful.