We begin this journey with one word, relinquishment. Any ideas that we are in control have quickly been dashed as we learn the meaning of releasing, knowing that the path we have predetermined is not necessarily the path that God has for us. Waiting at the San Francisco airport for twelve hours in anticipation of beginning our journey, I became keenly aware of all the things we daily take for granted and are grateful for. Instead of an inconvenience, we were all able to enter this time of waiting with calm and Sabbath rest.
We are gathered in the terminal in Chicago now, learning more and more about each other, and bonding. This is an amazing group, low key, yet energized by the work we will be called to do. With the unexpected stays in Chicago and Brussels because of missed flights and new travel itinerary, never did I believe I would go underwear shopping with church members. A new experience.
I look with joy at the surprises yet to come. I have a feeling that relinquishment will be our constant companion.
Mary Ellen
With this word, relinquishment, I will hold you all in prayer. It is amazing that the delays have brought you all into greater rest before landing in Kigali. Rest and companionship...and a shopping trip you could never have imagined. I see God's humor here. :D ~Laura
ReplyDeleteall too funny... as if God knew the best way to start this trip was with a little rest and humor!
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