It's Thursday night. Tomorrow is the big day! The 30 hour famine starts at 11. The plans are all in place, the supplies are mainly where they need to be unless they were in the way and I had to wait, and my youth are sending me messages and posting on Facebook about how excited theey are. So, I think we are well on our way.
Each year I plan a few new activities and keep a few traditional things, although I try to add a twist to the traditional activities so each year is different. I am excited to be doing the famine during holy week and to be starting on good Friday. It adds a new element to the whole event.
One of the best things that has started in the last couple of years is that I have quite a few adults participate in the famine. This year, I have new families that have gotten involved with the famine in several ways. It is a great way for the youth and adults to connect. Eachpparticipant is "adopted" by someone who agrees to pray for them and writes them letters of encouragement that they receive throughout the 30 hours. Several of my youth feel close to those adults and mention to me often that a certain person wrote them letters. I love seeing this event turn into an intergenerational event rather than just a youth event.
So, where was God today? I should be stressed knowing I will be leading an event for over 40 people. But, I know God is in charge. And, for that I am grateful.
Blessings,
Jennifer
Each year I plan a few new activities and keep a few traditional things, although I try to add a twist to the traditional activities so each year is different. I am excited to be doing the famine during holy week and to be starting on good Friday. It adds a new element to the whole event.
One of the best things that has started in the last couple of years is that I have quite a few adults participate in the famine. This year, I have new families that have gotten involved with the famine in several ways. It is a great way for the youth and adults to connect. Eachpparticipant is "adopted" by someone who agrees to pray for them and writes them letters of encouragement that they receive throughout the 30 hours. Several of my youth feel close to those adults and mention to me often that a certain person wrote them letters. I love seeing this event turn into an intergenerational event rather than just a youth event.
So, where was God today? I should be stressed knowing I will be leading an event for over 40 people. But, I know God is in charge. And, for that I am grateful.
Blessings,
Jennifer
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