On this day last year I began my venture into the world of Campus Crusade Staff. I got on a plane and landed in Orlando for the second time in my life. (the last time, was when I went on my first ever mission trip in 1992)
On the drive from Orlando International to the El Caribe hotel in Daytona Beach, I had the privilege of getting to know some great people and upon arrival I met my dear roommate.
That month+ in Florida, where I learned about Campus Crusade, did some Bible classes, learned more about how to find people to partner with me in ministry and made new life-long friends... that month+ is one that I will never forget! It was a huge turning point in my life and it was during that month that the Lord confirmed that this is the direction that He wants me to take.
I have friends who are this week going to Orlando to go through new staff training. I pray for them, that they will too see the hand of the Lord in their time. That they will forge new alliances and friendships. That they will catch a bigger vision and that upon return home, they will quickly find ministry partners and quickly be able to report to the place that God has called them to serve!
Glad that you are following the Lord's leading and doing His work in Europe. Happy New Year!!
ReplyDeleteMelanie
Hey remember 3 years ago when we all went out for New Years and got shut out of the downtown Portland celebration... well half of us did anyway :)
ReplyDeleteI was thinking about that night this year as I was missing all my friends that have moved away. Miss you friend.