Hi guys, my name is Claire Barrett and I am a senior in high school from Huntersville, North Carolina.
This year I’ll be joining the Wold Race Gap year program. Growing up I always thought college was the next step I had to take. But the Lord has shown me that His plan is WAY better than mine. So here I am accepting His plan and stepping out in faith as I go on a 9 months missions trip.
I will be going to Nicaragua, Dominican Republic, Eswatini, and South Africa. I will have a squad of people that I will serve and live with. In each country, we will have the opportunity to serve the communities, families, and churches.
I have spent many hours praying and asking the Lord if taking this gap year was a part of His plan for my life or I did I just really want to do this because it seemed like a cool experience. I prayed that the Lord would make it clear to me that this was His plan and not mine. I now have this peace about my decision that I believe God can only give.
Can’t wait to share this journey with all of you through my blog.
Thank you for your prayers and support.
Claire:)
super excited for you
Claire, I am so proud of you for seeking the Lord on what is next and for the step of faith you are taking. He is doing a good work in you. Love you! Mom
We are beyond proud of you for seeking God’s will in all you do! We look forward to seeing all He has planned for you.
This past year, I have told myself faith over fear. I will pray that for you. Our study in Matthew, we kept hearing “Do not be afraid”. I encourage you not to be afraid for with God all things are possible. Excited to see how God will use the gifts and talents He has given you.
Awhhh Claire, this is so exciting news!! I will be praying for you, and your group!! So proud of you girl! Miss you soooo much ??
Claire, we celebrate with you the plans the Lord has made evident in your life! We will be praying for you throughout these 9 months.
“Let the favor of the Lord our God be upon us, and establish the work of our hands upon us; yes, establish the work of our hands!
Psalm 90:17
Blessings and Love, The Bleavins Bunch
praying for you friend ?? God is going to great things through you and your squad.