Ok, it's not actually raining... but I've got a bum foot, so I've had to slow down and I realize how far behind on sharing I really am. With that being said... here's Richmond....
And... here's a video composing everything since Richmond (since I slacked on taking pictures and didn't want to overwhelm everyone with so many videos)
Dallas has happened, the Greater NYC event has happened, and we are on our way to Tampa. It seems crazy how fast things are flying now. We only have three events left before we're on campus for the summer. After Tampa we'll head to Lansing and Baltimore and we're done. It seems crazy to say... I remember when we were only three events in and I couldn't even tell you what the next event was. Now I can list all seven fall events and 11 spring events we've done so far... in order. That's the kind of mark what I'm doing leaves on a person I guess. I've stayed in more strangers homes than I can count, and yet from that I've met some amazing people and had some amazing experiences.
I'd love to write more right now, but I've got to get ready for class and such before heading out on the road again. Keep an eye out for a more detailed look at the most recent events soon!
We had another event, and I sit here, overlooking the arena for our next event.
View from the team room... probably the sweetest we've had yet
It seems that so much has happened since the last time I wrote. I've watched the Lord move in my life, and in the lives of those around me. And whether in the big things or the small, it never ceases to amaze me at how faithful He is. There are days I wish I could take everything He's done and somehow find a way to express it all in text, but no words would ever truly convey Him in all His glory. And perhaps that is part of the beauty of it... it is indescribable. The journey of this year truly has been unlike any other. Don't get me wrong... it's not over yet, and I couldn't be happier that I still have time to soak in every moment I have left, but it is very real that my time in this season of my life is coming to a close.
Now those of you reading this from the home audience may be getting a little exciting... thinking this may mean I'm coming home... well, the good news is... it's in the Lord's hands (so if you want to get mad at someone guess it's got to be Him not me)... but that's not the season the Lord is bringing me into either. Right now I'm walking in what the Lord has for me... well, right now. I know that in His timing what comes next will happen, and I know I'll know that it's time.
In less serious news (ok... maybe not less serious, just more fun) I got to reconnect with someone from my childhood while in N.C. A week break for Easter allowed me to go home. And, it was much more exciting having friends along for the ride, as well as hanging out at my house with me.
Well... should probably get back to work, there are things to be done and the hours are ticking away! (not that I have spent hours doing this... but between everything today they are)
So we're in North Carolina, specifically Greenville... the place of my birth. It's rather exciting to be here, however I'm missing out on being able to see a lot of things because my team is in need of financial help. We each have to raise a certain amount of money each month in order to stay in the program, and several people are behind. We are rallying together as a team to raise the funds that people are lacking.
Now I'm sure you're wondering... what is the ministry team... what is it that we do? Well, check out this video to find out more about what we do.
Now that you know a little more about the Ministry Team, let me tell you our need. In order to have the whole team where we need to be, we need $25,000. That is spread across 37 people. I know that number seems large, and you may be thinking "how can anything I do help?" See here's the thing, if we all reach out to everyone we know, and everyone donates even a single dollar, that is still one dollar closer to our goal. And, there is a bonus for you too. All donation are tax deductible.
So I know what's on your mind now. "OK, I want to donate... but how?" Well I'm glad you asked. Visit our website http://www.honoracademy.com/donate/ from there you can donate online or follow the directions to donate by phone. The ID# is 2674357 In advance, thank you so much for your donation.
Well, so much for once a week. Though, I have been having several problems with my computer connecting to the internet as of late... so here I am... on someone else's computer, attempting to update you all. I'll start with the event that we did first, and as you scroll down you will get closer to current time. Hope that makes sense. But then again, I look back at my last post and realize, I am not as far behind as I thought, so just two videos... but the videos wont embed for some reason... so click the blue text to follow the link to the videos on Youtube.
We have been to Nashville, traveled back to the great state of Texas (well... my personal opinion may or may not be reflected here, but EVERYONE from Texas calls it the great state... so take it as you please), did an event in San Antonio, and will soon be headed for the mid-west and my home state of Iowa. A lot has happened in the last couple of weeks, yet, it's so hard to find a way to sum it up simply. I have continued to see the Lord work in me and through me, and what a blessing that is. We've been able to connect with a couple of youth groups during mid week events, as well as stay in some great host homes that have taken to calling us family - which let me tell you, is a great source of relieving home-sickness.
Let's check out what the Lord did in Nashville, TN
What a blessing, that no matter how many events we do, hearing teens cry out "Capture my heart" never gets old. How great it was to have Rapture Ruckus back with us. Don't get me wrong there's nothing wrong with any of the other bands, but sometimes, a band finds that special place in your heart... and Rapture Ruckus is there. We got to spend some time on Sunday after the event hanging out with them. It was a blast! Then... we were off to San Antonio.
So, let's check out what the Lord did there.
While we were in San Antonio, the January team had an event in Harvey, LA. I am so excited to know that they are finally out on the road with us. While we may not be in the same place, and many people see us as two separate teams; which, in some ways we are... we are the ministry team, as a whole, united with one mind and one purpose... to see this generation radically changed and encounter the Lord and His relentless pursuit of us.
What freeing knowledge it is to know, regardless of our pursuit of the Lord, He is CONSTANTLY chasing after us, saying that He wants all of us. He wants ALL of us. and He wants all of US.
