I am a junior in school. I worry about paying for college. I do not have a job.
I am religious and study the bible. I am retired and enjoy my church community.
Do you lead your bible study at the church? I am a lay leader at my church.  Do you attend bible study?  I do, but not every week, sometimes I'm too tired with all my school work and worrying about college.  Having a relationship with the lord can be a lot of work.  Do you read the bible on weeks you don't go to bible study?  I have to admit that I don't. Maybe if I started attending more frequently it would help me feel less stressed about my situation. However I would like to get a job to help pay for college so that might also get in the way Have you asked your church about jobs they may have for you? I'm sure that your church community would love to support you in your educational goals and strengthen your faith.  I will pray for you.  Thank you. I haven't spoken to anyone at church actually, that is a good idea. I just need someone to give me a chance. I don't want them to think badly of me for not attending every week though. I know at my church, it's rare for young people to attend weekly.  Showing interest in the church community could go a long way.  Are there lots of people in the community who would be able to help me find a job? Isn't there a high number of retired people like yourself? Retired people like myself know a lot of people! And sometimes my friends like to hire young people from the church to help themselves.  That makes sense. That would also help with my college applications, I can show that I am willing to help in my local church community A reference letter from a church elder can go a long way! I know my son used our pastor as a reference for college and for his first jobs. 