December 5, 2022
Two years ago I was hired with Los Angeles County with the Department of Public Social Services! The District Office I serve in is one of the largest in the county & is located in inner city Compton. The Lord handpicked me for this mission, it is a challenging career but rewarding. I daily minister to and serve hundreds of people who are struggling, broken, suicidal, hurting, feeling hopeless & desperate. Many are in bondage to addictions of drugs/alcohol or escaping physically abusive relationships. As a survivor of domestic violence I have opportunities to serve and minister to countless women of all ages each week who have been victims of abuse. I serve released prisoners, homeless veterans, people who have severe mental and physical disabilities, foster youth/young adults, refugees, people trying to get back on their feet after tragic life accidents/situations.
Please pray for me and the men, women and children that the Lord puts in my pathway to help. It’s very demanding and stressful at times but these lives are precious to me and especially to the Lord! I’m trying to actively find more resources for the women escaping domestic violence in the LA county area, so please pray that these women can have more avenues of hope, safety and opportunities to experience His love and truth for them. Thank you!
–Michelle Smith