Beyond

I've never considered myself to be a blogger, but I believe I now have a good reason to have a blog!

For those of you that are supporting me financially and with prayer I wanted to have an avenue where I can update you on this summer's ministry and my preparation. Many of you have asked for pictures and to hear more about Young Life's Beyond Malibu. This blog will be great for that. (Beyond's website: www.beyondmalibu.younglife.org)

Most of you are aware of the recent happenings of the past few months of my life. I was laid off from Westminster and even though this experience has been difficult it's been exciting as God has opened doors and pushed me to do Beyond. I'm learning to be open to what God wants for me and not what I want from God; such a scary place to be but I've been blessed through it.

I will be spending this summer as a sea kayak guide for Young Life's Beyond Malibu. Beyond offers sea kayaking and mountain backpacking trips for those that want to experience the outdoors and in turn experience Christ.

I didn't realize how intense Beyond is. We've already had one training weekend and I believe four more to go before the summer starts. I'm really being stretched emotionally, mentally, spiritually, and physically, but I am excited and incredibly ready for this challenging adventure. I know that God has fueled this desire for a reason. Please pray for me as I take a step of faith and follow God's gentle prodding on my heart.