I want to reach at-risk youths. I thank God I can contribute through Youth Guidance. I began as a project servant and thereafter was invited to come in full-time despite having zero experience.

At that time, I was looking for a new job and praying about what’s next. God deepened my burden for delinquent youths and showed me their needs. In particular, the testimony of a Hong Kong gangster touched me. I became clear about helping them when I reflected on how we tend to treat them in the same way we handle well-functioning rental bicycles – use them, then throw around, not bothering to take care of them. I desire to learn to share the gospel responsibly and well with at-risk youths, telling them Jesus made and values them, and gives true purpose and hope.

I thank God for helpful and patient co-workers who relate genuinely with me, encouraging me to grow. They are Christ-like in the way they live, inspiring me to love others and youths more.

Michel Chong, 28, joined YG full-time in December 2018. She is a member of Hope Church where she connects people who are new to the church. She holds a diploma in Food Science.