Kassidy is involved with music evaluation and working to grow the My Story branch of CIAM’s new online broadcast platform, The CHOICE.

Hello, my name is Kassidy and I am so blessed that I have been able to serve with CIAM for yet another year. Despite being in school full time in Denturist Technology at NAIT, God has graciously given me the time in my week to spend serving Him through my time at CIAM.

This year I have been involved in many different projects and roles, each one very exciting and interesting in its own way. The support I receive consistently from my CIAM family has allowed me to get through so many changes and challenges that I have faced, and the prayer I receive from the team strengthens me daily.

Kassidy Foung’s Faith Journey 2023

Many times over the course of my studies I struggled with whether or not I had chosen the right path. The profession I chose was very specific, because of this I felt limited – especially regarding where I might live, my daily work schedule and how I could use it to serve.

In addition to that, I felt as though my skills weren’t up to par and I would inevitably fail out of the program. There have been and continue to be many times where I contemplate switching to a different career, however I believe that the Lord has encouraged me consistently to persevere through the hard times. 

This year I have finally been able to work with patients and being able to connect with so many people and help them has definitely been a huge encouragement in continuing with this career path. The Lord has given me such lovely patients who are so kind and compassionate.

During the times when I don’t have tools in their mouths they share stories and we have conversations that could go on and on past the 2 hour appointments. I know that though not all my patients throughout my career will be the easiest to work with and I may not connect with all of them, I feel as though the ones I have now have been a reminder from God that I went down this path ultimately to connect with people.

Serving the Lord Wherever He Leads

During the recent CIAM gathering I was able to speak to a fellow team member who shared the increasing need for dental health care professions in the Northern Communities. Hearing this opened my heart to a potential route my career could take that I had never even considered before. 

Galatians 6:9-10 says “Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up. Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to all people, especially to those who belong to the family of believers.” This verse encourages me to take my career to the next level, not only helping people but serving the Lord and shining His light in the dark places that desperately need Him. 

I continue to pray and ask for prayer that the Lord will help me grow as a Denturist and that He can use me to be a faithful servant and carry out His will for me. And I thank Him that no matter where I go or what I do, the CIAM family allows me to be a part of their mission.