A blessed day! I am Hannah Faith B. Paule, 18 years of age. I am currently a 1st year college student under the Bachelor of Secondary Education (BSED) program majoring in Science at City College of San Fernando Pampanga.

My highschool years have already ended and through God’s grace as well the help of Kapatid Ministry I was able to finish it well. One of the main reasons for most students is lack of finances, especially on continuing college, but God has been faithful because he did not let that lack of finances hinder me from reaching my dreams. I am truly grateful that God uses someone like KMI’s Educational College Scholarship Program who helped in filling my  necessities for school such as projects, educational supplies, and transport fare. This opportunity to be included in the aforementioned program has been a great help in my learning, seeing that it fills my daily needs as a student and by encouraging me to graduate to earn a degree.

College is far different from highschool and grade school, for it is more complex and costly. I always face difficulties, but the Lord never left me; instead, he is my constant source of guidance, courage, and strength to get me through all of life's challenges. There were still a lot of things that bothered me as I started college. My goal was to become a medical professional, but the Lord had other plans and guided me to a college program where I would be more helpful in his ministry. I learned to realize that we should follow the Lord's plan since it will benefit us more than our own. In college, there are more challenges. Aside from the hectic schedule and additional coursework, making new friends is a welcome change of pace. Unlike in high school, where you were part of a group, at college you will stand on your own.  The Lord remained faithful to me because despite these trials, he taught me to be strong and stand up for him.

Above all things, I thank and praise God for granting me the opportunity to be part of this program. I give thanks to God for using individuals like you to bless others. I  thank KMI and the ECS Program for helping me in my studies. Thank  you for having this kind of program; it is truly beneficial to students who aim to succeed in their dreams. May you continually keep lending a helpful hand to people in need; I believe that God will bless you for your generosity. To God be the Glory.