Two Weeks Notice

Two weeks is all that remains between me and Hampton Beach!

Because of the title of this blog, I thought of the movie, Two Weeks Notice, with Sandra Bullock and Hugh Grant. A great line from that film, said by Bullock's father in the movie, is "As long as people can change, the world can change". I am excited to see the ways in which I grow and change (for the better!) this summer as I embark on this project!

Since I’ve been home this past week, I have talked with many friends about this trip. It is hard for me to put into words exactly what I am doing in Hampton Beach because I am not even exactly sure. I probably sound crazy to some as I say, “I’m going to New Hampshire for 10 weeks….not sure exactly what I am doing yet!” But this is true. I know that there will be some focus on building or sharpening certain leadership qualities to enable us as we return to our various campuses in the fall. We will also learn about evangelism—something that I have had mixed feelings toward, but am excited to learn more about since sharing the great news about the love and forgiveness that comes with knowing Christ is one thing that God commands Christians to do. It will really be a time of learning, growing, and sharing. Your prayers are very much appreciated as I know that at times I will be overwhelmed!

Now I just want to take a moment to, once again, say THANK YOU to you all who have supported me. In the short time (just a little over a month) I have raised around $1600, which is truly incredible. The generousness of individuals astounds me and I am so thankful for each of you.

One thing that I have already started growing in is my trust in the Lord. Sometimes my dad will ask me what I am going to do if I, for some reason, do not get enough money for the trip. My response is always the same: “I’m not worried about that, Dad. I know that God will provide”. And He has. Even at times when I am starting to doubt that I will get all of the funds, one of you all have written me a check or have expressed your desire to help me out financially. And to those of you who are keeping me in your prayers, I also want to extend my thanks to you! John Wesley once said:

“Prayer is where the action is”

and I believe this to be true. Prayer is a powerful thing. Your prayers for me are moving others to give. Stirring someone to come up and talk to me about my trip and encourage me as I step out of my comfort zone. It has been incredibly wonderful to be home this past week, and I am looking forward to my last 2 weeks in beautiful Augusta County—it truly is spectacular in the springtime! Paul said in Galatians 1:26, "I do not cease to give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers" and I feel the same way about those of you who have supported this trip and are praying for me. Every time I think about each of you a smile crosses my face and I am so encouraged!