"A man can receive nothing unless it has been given him from heaven." John 3:27
This was the verse in my devotions the morning of my interview for the President's Scholarship. When I read this, I was overwhelmed by God's loving care in showing me that exact verse that morning. It's a truth I have clung to throughout the weeks of uncertainty following the interview process.
I'm still not 100% sure if I got the scholarship or not, but it looks like I didn't. I got my "financial aid award letter" and there was no mention of the President's Scholarship. However, there was also no mention of the $5000 scholarship I am guaranteed if I don't get the President's Scholarship...so I just don't know what's going on. We're trying to get in contact with Master's to get this and other questions answered.
God is still so very good though. We've been thinking it through, and we really might be able to swing going even if I don't get the President's. We got some financial aid through grants that I didn't think I was going to get and there are other things we can do and are doing. Sometimes when it comes down to something like this, I begin to wonder if I'm truly doing what God wants. I used to say I wasn't going to Master's unless I got the President's, because that would be to me a clear and definite leading. But now that I've visited there twice, I really feel like it's the right place for me to be. So now I'm trying through other ways to make it happen, and I wonder if I'm just wasting energy to get something to happen that isn't going to happen.
Pray that God's leading will be clear and that He will give us unity and peace as we embark on this totally new adventure.
Wednesday, March 23, 2005
Tuesday, March 15, 2005
From the Midst of Finals Prep
It's finals week...again. This is why I haven't updated, but I got to the point where I couldn't take anymore studying and I just needed to do something different. So here I am, trying to think if I've done anything worth mentioning.
Today Marcie told me that she got her financial aid award stuff from Vanguard and also another of the colleges she got in to. She got so much money...it's awesome. You can probably find out more about it on her Xanga...I'm sure she'll update sometime, even though she hasn't as of yet.
But..."This promotion throws into sharp relief that which I have not yet obtained" (Commodore, Pirates of the Caribbean). I'm about ready to shoot the mailman...even though it's probably not entirely the US Postal Service's fault that I haven't yet gotten a letter from Master's. I find myself feeling sick when the afternoon drags by and the mail has not yet come. People ask me every day, "Have you heard yet?" No, I haven't and I am dying of suspense. But in a way I don't want to know, because I have such a feeling that I didn't get it. It's much more comfortable to tell all these people I haven't heard yet than to tell them I didn't get it. My stupid pride rears its ugly head once again.
It's not all bad in Jillian world though. I had a great weekend, which was highly unproductive in the homework aspects, but extremely fun in the social aspects. I seriously have some of the best friends in the world. God provided exactly the people I need in my life, and I am so thankful. Last weekend, we had times from moments of serious discussion, confession, and tears, to times when the tears came because we were laughing so hard. It was awesome!
My trip to Mexico is approaching rapidly. It's weird because I really haven't had much time to think about it, but we're leaving in 10 days. Think of and pray for me while I'm gone. It's going to be so different from anything I've ever experienced before. I'm excited to see what God teaches me.
You can tell I've been studying too long when my blog entries are like this one. There's no point, I use lots of ellipses...yeah. Finals will be over, and this tired feeling cannot last forever. And then I only have one quarter left! Hard to believe, I know. I really need to bring a camera one of these days so I can record this place for posterity. As stressful as it has been, God has blessed me so much through my time at Whatcom. And I know He will continue to use it in the quarter to come.
Adios, my friends. You probably won't hear from me until after finals and Mexico unless something earthshattering happens. Oh...I'll probably put up a sentence or two when I get my letter from Master's too. Until then, God bless!
Today Marcie told me that she got her financial aid award stuff from Vanguard and also another of the colleges she got in to. She got so much money...it's awesome. You can probably find out more about it on her Xanga...I'm sure she'll update sometime, even though she hasn't as of yet.
But..."This promotion throws into sharp relief that which I have not yet obtained" (Commodore, Pirates of the Caribbean). I'm about ready to shoot the mailman...even though it's probably not entirely the US Postal Service's fault that I haven't yet gotten a letter from Master's. I find myself feeling sick when the afternoon drags by and the mail has not yet come. People ask me every day, "Have you heard yet?" No, I haven't and I am dying of suspense. But in a way I don't want to know, because I have such a feeling that I didn't get it. It's much more comfortable to tell all these people I haven't heard yet than to tell them I didn't get it. My stupid pride rears its ugly head once again.
It's not all bad in Jillian world though. I had a great weekend, which was highly unproductive in the homework aspects, but extremely fun in the social aspects. I seriously have some of the best friends in the world. God provided exactly the people I need in my life, and I am so thankful. Last weekend, we had times from moments of serious discussion, confession, and tears, to times when the tears came because we were laughing so hard. It was awesome!
My trip to Mexico is approaching rapidly. It's weird because I really haven't had much time to think about it, but we're leaving in 10 days. Think of and pray for me while I'm gone. It's going to be so different from anything I've ever experienced before. I'm excited to see what God teaches me.
You can tell I've been studying too long when my blog entries are like this one. There's no point, I use lots of ellipses...yeah. Finals will be over, and this tired feeling cannot last forever. And then I only have one quarter left! Hard to believe, I know. I really need to bring a camera one of these days so I can record this place for posterity. As stressful as it has been, God has blessed me so much through my time at Whatcom. And I know He will continue to use it in the quarter to come.
Adios, my friends. You probably won't hear from me until after finals and Mexico unless something earthshattering happens. Oh...I'll probably put up a sentence or two when I get my letter from Master's too. Until then, God bless!
Tuesday, March 08, 2005
Beauty Is...
...neon lights reflected in a rainy street.
...sunlight streaming through the trees.
...the enormity of the stars.
...smiles of any sort.
...the richness of color.
...flames dancing in a fireplace.
...the sparkle in eyes.
...Boyer Road in any sort of weather.
...roses.
...sunsets or sunrises.
...dancing on the ocean's shore.
...the comfortable, loving feeling at my "grandma's" house.
...a beautifully set table.
...God's grace visualized.
...sunlight streaming through the trees.
...the enormity of the stars.
...smiles of any sort.
...the richness of color.
...flames dancing in a fireplace.
...the sparkle in eyes.
...Boyer Road in any sort of weather.
...roses.
...sunsets or sunrises.
...dancing on the ocean's shore.
...the comfortable, loving feeling at my "grandma's" house.
...a beautifully set table.
...God's grace visualized.
Friday, March 04, 2005
I've Crossed Over to the Dark Side
Yes people, that is right. Jillian Hazel is now a criminal.
It all started out innocently enough. I woke up half an hour late because I was having this insane dream that I had to test the snooze button on all these alarm clocks...not realizing I was really pushing the snooze on my own. I got up, showered and got ready in a hurry, and went upstairs.
By this time, it was the time I normally leave because I couldn't find anything to wear. I tried to grab food as quickly as I could, but the toaster takes some time, and my mom needed to talk to me about my weekend plans. Fifteen minutes late, I walked out the door.
My schedule allows for exactly 15 minutes of flex time between when I should arrive @ Whatcom and when my first class starts. So if I found an immediate parking spot, I wouldn't be too late.
Then I got stuck behind a school bus. On the Guide. It stopped at like every other house...and I couldn't pass it because I was on the Guide. Finally I was able to turn off onto Horton, and then I began flying down Cordata. My class started at 8:30, and it was 8:29.
You can see where this is going, right?
I didn't see the motorcycle cop til it was too late. I looked down at my speedometer...yikes. So, it happened. I got my first ticket. According to my parents, it was inevitable with my lead foot tendencies, but why did it have to happen today of all days?
I was 15 minutes late to my class.
It all started out innocently enough. I woke up half an hour late because I was having this insane dream that I had to test the snooze button on all these alarm clocks...not realizing I was really pushing the snooze on my own. I got up, showered and got ready in a hurry, and went upstairs.
By this time, it was the time I normally leave because I couldn't find anything to wear. I tried to grab food as quickly as I could, but the toaster takes some time, and my mom needed to talk to me about my weekend plans. Fifteen minutes late, I walked out the door.
My schedule allows for exactly 15 minutes of flex time between when I should arrive @ Whatcom and when my first class starts. So if I found an immediate parking spot, I wouldn't be too late.
Then I got stuck behind a school bus. On the Guide. It stopped at like every other house...and I couldn't pass it because I was on the Guide. Finally I was able to turn off onto Horton, and then I began flying down Cordata. My class started at 8:30, and it was 8:29.
You can see where this is going, right?
I didn't see the motorcycle cop til it was too late. I looked down at my speedometer...yikes. So, it happened. I got my first ticket. According to my parents, it was inevitable with my lead foot tendencies, but why did it have to happen today of all days?
I was 15 minutes late to my class.
Thursday, March 03, 2005
La Vida Buena
Usually I'm so good about posts that have a clear theme and subject, but today...today is going to be a conglomeration of other things.
First, and most obvious, I changed how my blog looks. I guess I was just getting tired of the other one. Plus, this one has a smaller font so it looks like I said less, and it has a ready-made links section for your browsing pleasure. I am accepting bribes for any others who want to join the illustrious list to your right. :-) However, it is still green, which is very important somehow. I'm not sure how; I just decided it was.
Maybe I changed because it's spring. I always get a little wanderlust in the spring, and this spring is no different. I'm glad I have my trip to Mexico to temper my excitement. I seriously can't wait to go..we watched a movie and talked with someone from the organization (Stoney Creek Missions) that is sponsoring the trip, and now it just seems that much more real and exciting to me.
Speaking of spring, it is a gorgeous day! I really can't believe I am sitting here in front of a computer typing. Well...OK, not a gorgeous day (this morning was bad), but it's been sunny and it smells like freshly cut grass outside, and the peepers have been out, and it all just makes me really happy! People were studying in the courtyard at Whatcom today, and they could. It wasn't too cold or anything.
To add to my good mood, Squalicum won! They won by a lot too, and they're continuing on, which means I actually might get to see a game if they continue play through Saturday. I really hope they do...I haven't seen a Squalicum game since the one at Ferndale sometime in January.
I wanted to go down to the Tacoma Dome last night, but things just didn't work out. My family left to go to Mount Vernon for 2A districts, and I got the house to myself. This was fine for about 20 minutes, and then I decided I wanted to have a friend over. So I got Brittney and we rented a movie and laughed and made spaghetti and laughed and danced in the kitchen to Phantom of the Opera and laughed..and mostly laughed! Seriously, when we get together, we have the craziest, most fun times...it's awesome.
I got a Phantom of the Opera cd Karin! I'm enjoying it, but I got a weird stare as I was driving through the parking lot with my window rolled down and "Angel of Music" blaring. Oh well. I found this great quote today that says, "To achieve something spectacular, one must sometimes make a spectacle of oneself." I agree!
So people, go out there and make a spectacle of yourselves! It's going to a be a spectacular spring! How do I know? God's had it figured out since the beginning of time. Love y'all!
First, and most obvious, I changed how my blog looks. I guess I was just getting tired of the other one. Plus, this one has a smaller font so it looks like I said less, and it has a ready-made links section for your browsing pleasure. I am accepting bribes for any others who want to join the illustrious list to your right. :-) However, it is still green, which is very important somehow. I'm not sure how; I just decided it was.
Maybe I changed because it's spring. I always get a little wanderlust in the spring, and this spring is no different. I'm glad I have my trip to Mexico to temper my excitement. I seriously can't wait to go..we watched a movie and talked with someone from the organization (Stoney Creek Missions) that is sponsoring the trip, and now it just seems that much more real and exciting to me.
Speaking of spring, it is a gorgeous day! I really can't believe I am sitting here in front of a computer typing. Well...OK, not a gorgeous day (this morning was bad), but it's been sunny and it smells like freshly cut grass outside, and the peepers have been out, and it all just makes me really happy! People were studying in the courtyard at Whatcom today, and they could. It wasn't too cold or anything.
To add to my good mood, Squalicum won! They won by a lot too, and they're continuing on, which means I actually might get to see a game if they continue play through Saturday. I really hope they do...I haven't seen a Squalicum game since the one at Ferndale sometime in January.
I wanted to go down to the Tacoma Dome last night, but things just didn't work out. My family left to go to Mount Vernon for 2A districts, and I got the house to myself. This was fine for about 20 minutes, and then I decided I wanted to have a friend over. So I got Brittney and we rented a movie and laughed and made spaghetti and laughed and danced in the kitchen to Phantom of the Opera and laughed..and mostly laughed! Seriously, when we get together, we have the craziest, most fun times...it's awesome.
I got a Phantom of the Opera cd Karin! I'm enjoying it, but I got a weird stare as I was driving through the parking lot with my window rolled down and "Angel of Music" blaring. Oh well. I found this great quote today that says, "To achieve something spectacular, one must sometimes make a spectacle of oneself." I agree!
So people, go out there and make a spectacle of yourselves! It's going to a be a spectacular spring! How do I know? God's had it figured out since the beginning of time. Love y'all!
Monday, February 28, 2005
Signs of Spring: Softball!
Guess what? Softball season is here!
Yeah, it's only February, but there's already been two full-fledged Sunday practices, and the promise of more to come.
I'm not playing this year because of overwhelming school committments, but I've still managed to make it to both of the practices, and I really enjoyed it. I'm glad they let me watch and hang out and even throw a few balls even though I'm not officially on the team.
Softball has been such a part of my life growing up. I can hardly recall a spring that my dad didn't play, and all the rest of us would drive out to Lynden to watch him...I get nostalgic thinking about it. :-)
I am excited for this next year because I get to watch once again, to be part of the great tradition of SBCC softball fans. You see a whole other side of our church, and I really like it. I also just love the entire sensory experience of our softball games.
The late games are the best because they play under the lights. The fans snuggle up under blankets with coffee from The Woods in hand. I can see it right now...and I can't wait for the games to begin! See you on the field guys! I hope you come up with some great ball-playing. :-)
Yeah, it's only February, but there's already been two full-fledged Sunday practices, and the promise of more to come.
I'm not playing this year because of overwhelming school committments, but I've still managed to make it to both of the practices, and I really enjoyed it. I'm glad they let me watch and hang out and even throw a few balls even though I'm not officially on the team.
Softball has been such a part of my life growing up. I can hardly recall a spring that my dad didn't play, and all the rest of us would drive out to Lynden to watch him...I get nostalgic thinking about it. :-)
I am excited for this next year because I get to watch once again, to be part of the great tradition of SBCC softball fans. You see a whole other side of our church, and I really like it. I also just love the entire sensory experience of our softball games.
The late games are the best because they play under the lights. The fans snuggle up under blankets with coffee from The Woods in hand. I can see it right now...and I can't wait for the games to begin! See you on the field guys! I hope you come up with some great ball-playing. :-)
Friday, February 25, 2005
Musings from Masters
Well...the interview's done. It's a huge weight off...but another one on. I don't think I'll be able to sleep tonight because of many goings-over of all I said, how I conducted myself, etc.
The interview was, in a word, horrible. I didn't understand some of the questions, I couldn't focus my thoughts or get the words out that I wanted to say, and I even got teary-eyed! Can you believe it? I don't know if I've ever done worse! But Dr. Jones was SOOO nice, and understanding, and funny...even though I was so completely stressed out and practically blubbering.
Please, please, please pray for me dear friends that I will be able to leave this interview and this scholarship securely in God's hands, trusting in HIS entirely perfect, beautiful plan. He knows so much better than I what I need, and what He wills WILL come to fruition.
I want to thank you all for your constant love and support...and for the fact that you will still love me and believe in me (I hope) even if I don't get it. You guys are awesome!
On a happier note, I love this college! This trip has just been such a confirmation that I really want to go here. The people here are so nice, and I can just sense God here. "Where two or three are gathered in MY name..."
It's been sunny, but as I was sitting in Dr. Jones' office, I heard some low rumbling. When I got out, there was a full-fledged thunderstorm going on. For some odd reason, it really cheered me up! The huge raindrops and flashes of lightening expressed my feeling better than I could have, so I just laughed and thanked God for sending me a thunderstorm when I was feeling like one myself. And then...yes...I danced a little in the rain. :-)
The interview was, in a word, horrible. I didn't understand some of the questions, I couldn't focus my thoughts or get the words out that I wanted to say, and I even got teary-eyed! Can you believe it? I don't know if I've ever done worse! But Dr. Jones was SOOO nice, and understanding, and funny...even though I was so completely stressed out and practically blubbering.
Please, please, please pray for me dear friends that I will be able to leave this interview and this scholarship securely in God's hands, trusting in HIS entirely perfect, beautiful plan. He knows so much better than I what I need, and what He wills WILL come to fruition.
I want to thank you all for your constant love and support...and for the fact that you will still love me and believe in me (I hope) even if I don't get it. You guys are awesome!
On a happier note, I love this college! This trip has just been such a confirmation that I really want to go here. The people here are so nice, and I can just sense God here. "Where two or three are gathered in MY name..."
It's been sunny, but as I was sitting in Dr. Jones' office, I heard some low rumbling. When I got out, there was a full-fledged thunderstorm going on. For some odd reason, it really cheered me up! The huge raindrops and flashes of lightening expressed my feeling better than I could have, so I just laughed and thanked God for sending me a thunderstorm when I was feeling like one myself. And then...yes...I danced a little in the rain. :-)
Tuesday, February 22, 2005
The Countdown of ME!
10 random things you like:
[10] laughing
[9] my family
[8] weather of any kind, but especially wind
[7] the church campout...hanging with friends for a whole week...yeah baby!
[6] driving in my car on a sunny day or a starry night and listening to music
[5] going to Starbucks with friends
[4] softball games!
[3] flip-flops and skirts
[2] my grandma Bonita's house
[1] going to school (I know...I'm insane)
9 of your closest friends:
[9] my family
[8] Brittney
[7] Kimi
[6] Rachel
[5] Marcie
[4] Jessica
[3] Caleb B.
[2] Karin
[1] Milo (seriously...he knows more about me than ANYONE!...kind of sad, seeing as he's a cat)
8 things you DON'T like:
[8] people who can't get along
[7] feeling stressed out
[6] not being able to find cute AND modest clothes
[5] movies that would have been good except for one scene
[4] homework that's due tomorrow
[3] frizzy hair
[2] bad coffee
[1] bad music
7 places you would like to visit:
[7] Japan
[6] New York
[5] Indonesia
[4] Mexico
[3] Texas
[2] Hawaii
[1] Europe, especially Britain
6 places where you've slept:
[6] my bed
[5] our couches
[4] floors at my friends houses
[3] various cars
[2] watching The Village
[1] worst night of sleep ever: sharing a twin bed w/ a friend...I gave up and went to the couch
5 of your favorite books:
[5] The Bible
[4] Passion & Purity
[3] When I Don't Desire God
[2] anything by CS Lewis
[1] various Amy Carmichael books
4 things you want to do before you die:
[4] learn to surf
[3] visit another country
[2] make a difference in someone's life
[1] become a mother
3 people you want to meet before you die:
[3] someone famous
[2] another "kindred spirit"
[1] my future husband...if he's out there
2 events you will never forget:
[2] the day of my salvation decision
[1] the day I realized that God wanted me to serve Him all my life
1 person you will always love:
[1] Jesus Christ
[10] laughing
[9] my family
[8] weather of any kind, but especially wind
[7] the church campout...hanging with friends for a whole week...yeah baby!
[6] driving in my car on a sunny day or a starry night and listening to music
[5] going to Starbucks with friends
[4] softball games!
[3] flip-flops and skirts
[2] my grandma Bonita's house
[1] going to school (I know...I'm insane)
9 of your closest friends:
[9] my family
[8] Brittney
[7] Kimi
[6] Rachel
[5] Marcie
[4] Jessica
[3] Caleb B.
[2] Karin
[1] Milo (seriously...he knows more about me than ANYONE!...kind of sad, seeing as he's a cat)
8 things you DON'T like:
[8] people who can't get along
[7] feeling stressed out
[6] not being able to find cute AND modest clothes
[5] movies that would have been good except for one scene
[4] homework that's due tomorrow
[3] frizzy hair
[2] bad coffee
[1] bad music
7 places you would like to visit:
[7] Japan
[6] New York
[5] Indonesia
[4] Mexico
[3] Texas
[2] Hawaii
[1] Europe, especially Britain
6 places where you've slept:
[6] my bed
[5] our couches
[4] floors at my friends houses
[3] various cars
[2] watching The Village
[1] worst night of sleep ever: sharing a twin bed w/ a friend...I gave up and went to the couch
5 of your favorite books:
[5] The Bible
[4] Passion & Purity
[3] When I Don't Desire God
[2] anything by CS Lewis
[1] various Amy Carmichael books
4 things you want to do before you die:
[4] learn to surf
[3] visit another country
[2] make a difference in someone's life
[1] become a mother
3 people you want to meet before you die:
[3] someone famous
[2] another "kindred spirit"
[1] my future husband...if he's out there
2 events you will never forget:
[2] the day of my salvation decision
[1] the day I realized that God wanted me to serve Him all my life
1 person you will always love:
[1] Jesus Christ
Friday, February 11, 2005
Some Thoughts on the Future
I've been in that awful state of coming close to tears but never exactly crying too much lately. It's hit me again that things won't be the same again.
Life is never the same for a very long time, but the changes that I am approaching are the most radical ones I have ever faced. To move thousands of miles away from my friends and family--all that I hold dear and familiar--will be such a different experience. The other day I just realized "this is my last February in my house, in my room, in my familiar state of being." Even if I do move back to Bellingham, I probably won't move back home.
This "striking out into the unknown" terrifies and thrills me. Growing up is so strange...I always thought I wanted to do it, but now that I'm actually here, I don't want to grow up more. Eighteen is a fine age, thank you very much. But then I remember how much I wanted to stay seventeen, and sixteen before that...and I wonder if growing up really is wonderful after all. The comfort of the familiar has such a pull, but so does the thrill of the unknown.
What a comfort to have a sovereign God who knows all that is ahead when the road looks dark before me. What a blessing to know Him who sees even the tears I don't cry. My future need not be terrifying with such a loving Friend and Savior by my side.
Life is never the same for a very long time, but the changes that I am approaching are the most radical ones I have ever faced. To move thousands of miles away from my friends and family--all that I hold dear and familiar--will be such a different experience. The other day I just realized "this is my last February in my house, in my room, in my familiar state of being." Even if I do move back to Bellingham, I probably won't move back home.
This "striking out into the unknown" terrifies and thrills me. Growing up is so strange...I always thought I wanted to do it, but now that I'm actually here, I don't want to grow up more. Eighteen is a fine age, thank you very much. But then I remember how much I wanted to stay seventeen, and sixteen before that...and I wonder if growing up really is wonderful after all. The comfort of the familiar has such a pull, but so does the thrill of the unknown.
What a comfort to have a sovereign God who knows all that is ahead when the road looks dark before me. What a blessing to know Him who sees even the tears I don't cry. My future need not be terrifying with such a loving Friend and Savior by my side.
Monday, February 07, 2005
Revive
I am so stoked!
I know, "stoked" isn't a term I typically use, but I've been hanging around the Revive "Vice President of Logistics" and it's kind of rubbed off.
Revive is a new club at Whatcom Community College. It's a Christian club, and the meetings are Mondays from 11:00 to 12:00. I just got back from a meeting and it was, in a word, awesome! There are so many ways that this club is reaching out to the campus and the community, and also ways we're trying to promote fellowship on campus.
Today we almost filled up the table in the boardroom. We had about three people who came for the first time, plus the illustrious reporter C. Jennings Breakey. Add that to the regulars, not so regulars, and the in-and-out pastors, and the table was full.
Revive is trying to do one service project a month plus one social event a quarter. Also, they've brought Alpha to the campus, and girl's and guy's Bible studies are going through 1 Corinthians. We want to set up a debate between a Creation scientist and a professor on campus, and we're trying to work it out so we can show 'The Passion' on Good Friday. Wouldn't that be cool?
But the thing I'm most excited about is the spring break missions trip to Mexico. I'm going! I really can't believe it, but it's true. I am thrilled to be able to do this...to whet my appetite for missions and really see if this is something I would be interested in. And it will make all my Spanish classes worthwhile!
You could just feel the enthusiasm in the room today as we talked about our service project, Salt on the Street, which we did Saturday night. Everyone who went had been impacted in some way, and many want to go again next week! Our president unveiled the new logo, and we discussed promoting the club, future projects, and prayer requests.
We are all so different (we even have our "token Democrat" as we call him) but it was awesome to see everyone come together in the name of Jesus and plan how to impact our college. I can't wait for next week!
I know, "stoked" isn't a term I typically use, but I've been hanging around the Revive "Vice President of Logistics" and it's kind of rubbed off.
Revive is a new club at Whatcom Community College. It's a Christian club, and the meetings are Mondays from 11:00 to 12:00. I just got back from a meeting and it was, in a word, awesome! There are so many ways that this club is reaching out to the campus and the community, and also ways we're trying to promote fellowship on campus.
Today we almost filled up the table in the boardroom. We had about three people who came for the first time, plus the illustrious reporter C. Jennings Breakey. Add that to the regulars, not so regulars, and the in-and-out pastors, and the table was full.
Revive is trying to do one service project a month plus one social event a quarter. Also, they've brought Alpha to the campus, and girl's and guy's Bible studies are going through 1 Corinthians. We want to set up a debate between a Creation scientist and a professor on campus, and we're trying to work it out so we can show 'The Passion' on Good Friday. Wouldn't that be cool?
But the thing I'm most excited about is the spring break missions trip to Mexico. I'm going! I really can't believe it, but it's true. I am thrilled to be able to do this...to whet my appetite for missions and really see if this is something I would be interested in. And it will make all my Spanish classes worthwhile!
You could just feel the enthusiasm in the room today as we talked about our service project, Salt on the Street, which we did Saturday night. Everyone who went had been impacted in some way, and many want to go again next week! Our president unveiled the new logo, and we discussed promoting the club, future projects, and prayer requests.
We are all so different (we even have our "token Democrat" as we call him) but it was awesome to see everyone come together in the name of Jesus and plan how to impact our college. I can't wait for next week!
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