With the impending Olympic Games here in England, insanity on the base here has hit an all time high. Not that this is a negative; in fact, it's a welcome change from the normal lull of daily life. Since returning to the base, we have been given rooms in the dormitory, which is a relief considering that all other visitors are currently in tents. We may still be on outreach, but at least we no longer need to "rough it".
For the past weeks, there has been a program running here called Circuit Riders. Their vision statement is "Save the Lost, Revive the Saved, and Train them All!". They preach a very heavy message of revival across Europe and America. It was amazing, being able to attend all the lectures and take part in local evangelism.
To be honest, I was incredibly humbled and, yet, ashamed that it took a group of over 150 American's to show me how wonderful the town I live in is. I've been living here for over 8 months now, and have ZERO friends outside the base. How shocked I was to walk around town and realize that I haven't seen everything and there are so many lovely people here that I've never bothered to get to know. After one particular afternoon of complaining to Kellie, a dear friend and fellow staff, about not being active in the community, we stumbled upon a church cafe, run by volunteers and open to the public. After only moments, I was informed that they were looking for volunteers. Though I hadn't even prayed about getting involved (merely complained and moaned to Kellie), God had answered in a most practical way! I have a vision to work in a cafe, so how perfect would it be to get involved here in town?
Needless to say, my opinion about community and getting involved is shifting and changing, making me more aware of the importance of it and, also, exciting! Can't wait to see what else is in store!
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