This month has been slow and lazy. I have been in a winter-mode, recovering from a beyond busy and crazy December holiday rush. My to-do lists have been short and my hours have been filled with reading, t.v. watching, and resting. I told you I was lazy!
Today our church held a retreat for the new Church Council and, as I am now a committee chair, I was expected to attend. I was not exactly excited about going, but I was glad to hear about the coming year and the part that I could play in the church body. I expected a meeting. What I got was a worship and reflection experience. The group shared their hopes and dreams, talked about personal journeys, and discussed things we can do to encourage Discipleship, both in ourselves and in our community. There was serious discussion, laughter, singing, eating, and fellowship.
For me, it was good to be pulled from my lazy winter reverie and get my brain in gear. I had time to think: about scripture and its message to me, about the sacrifices I should be making for my faith, about the calling that I have in my life, and about the community that I have been placed in by God. It was refreshing to have my spirit lifted, to celebrate communion in this small group, and to feel joy as I realized that I am exactly where God wants me to be. Not every day is perfect, in fact there are some days that are frustrating and painful, but this church and these people are my home for this time in my life.
I am really looking forward to the year ahead of me. I hope that I can be tuned into God's voice, plugged into His community of grace, and serve as a good Disciple.
I pray that you will find a place where you can serve and thrive. It is a freeing and uplifting experience. It is bliss.
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