It seems necessary to have a post like this at the end of every summer. When things are winding down for the summer in youth ministry, they seem to be ramping up for the fall. It's called August. This month is a bit of an oxymoron by nature because you are supposed to be recouping from the summer, yet are so busy with the administrative tasks of a new school year. I am spending a lot of time planning for things that have not come to pass, but are mere dreams and visions. While the time that is spent on the planning of these events and programs is crucial, it also is difficult to see why it is that I spend so much time on it in the first place.
This ministry I have inherited is indeed a strong one with a rich history. But, it isn't mine yet. I don't know if it will ever be. I am so eager to put my fingerprints on this ministry in a way that I will feel like I am doing what God has set me to do with these kids. Yet, I know that patience is the word when you are starting something new, whether it be ministry or anything else.
Also, this ministry is forcing me to be more of an administrator than I am used to. I know that once I get this administrative stuff down, I can focus more on relationships. Our ministry consists of a large number of teens, far too many for me to handle on my own. So, my large task is to surround these teens with adults who will love and care for them like I would. To accomplish this takes time, patience, and prayer.
Keep me in your prayers. I am loving what I am doing so much, but there are huge challenges that force me out of my comfort zone. I will be starting back with my masters work next week, so that will be an additional piece to my puzzle. Also, God has blessed me with an amazing girlfriend (which most of you know about I guess), so that indeed throws a stick into the spokes. My relationship with her (which I might post about if you are lucky :)) is such an unexpected blessing in my life that demands a level of commitment that I am getting used to (very willingly, I might add........she is really pretty!). I am so happy that God has placed her in my life. Pray for us.
This post is random and rambling as most of mine are. I simply wanted to update you on the world of Robey and my prayer needs.
Hope your world is great as well!
Chris
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ooohooohooh...I think I know who it is!!!! I didn't realize it was an "official" girlfriend thing!!!! SO SO AWESOME...I'm sure you won't mind giving her a hug from me! ;)
pam
God has blessed you with such a heart for teens and i know that he will also bless you with the ablility to do all of the other stuff that comes with that. you are so awesome at what you do and i know that those teens love you becuase you invest the time that it takes to really know them. you are such an awesome exapmle! by the way, i think your girlfriend is pretty scpecial too! love ya!
I'm a little behind on my blog reading Chris. I am praying for you and your ministry, and that God will continue to grow you into the great leader that you are meant to be. You are going to have so many great opportunitites to be genuine and a force to be reckoned with in your own right. You can trust that we have your back! You'll find balance and peace. I know you will. We serve an amazing God and you are willing to be his tool...that says a lot about your future. It will be filled with great things both big and small. Keep us up on the latest, o.k.?
Love you brother!
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