Last Thursday, I was given the opportunity to sing at the Air and Space Communications Group awards ceremony. It was an honor to sing the national anthems of the United States and of Germany. Many people expressed their appreciation to me. And the individuals in charge spoke of possible opportunities in the future for me to serve in a "vocal" role. It's somewhat exciting, to say the least.
It's also kind of interesting, considering the fact that I have been singing for the "worship" portion of the singles' Thursday night Bible study at the Southside Chapel on Base. Actually, the interesting part is that the guitarist with whom I've been singing is PCSing in March. So, last Thursday, we led worship together for the last time(someone else will be taking over). But now, it seems that one opportunity to use my voice for service has been replaced by another. Now, I know nothing is coincidence, but I really never would have guessed this. I don't know for sure if more opportunities will actually come, but I thank God for any and all.
Signing off for now.
Sunday, February 12, 2006
Here's Something From My Trip Back Home
I take the time today to do something I should have done a long time ago, and in person. I want to express my sincere and humble thanks to my dear sister, Sarah. I'll tell you why:
When I was returning to Germany after my time on leave, I had a 4 hour stopover at JFK International Airport which is on Long Island, NY. My sister lives on Long Island, about 15 minutes from the airport. So, we connected and I spent a couple pleasant hours with Sarah-... and her two wonderful children. I don't think I really thought about it much before, but the children, Katie and Andrew, seemed to know me pretty well. Thank you, Sarah, for picking me up at JFK and feeding me dinner, but most of all, I want to thank you for how well the two darlings know/remember me. I know it's because of your teaching them. And it restores the feeling that I'm still part of the family, no matter where I am or how long I'm gone.
For those who would like to see Katie and Andrew, go ahead and click on this link. My sister Rebekah has posted some great pictures there on her blog site.
So that's a little bit regarding my trip back home. I know I should have written more before now, but... I'll not try to excuse myself. I'll try to do better.
When I was returning to Germany after my time on leave, I had a 4 hour stopover at JFK International Airport which is on Long Island, NY. My sister lives on Long Island, about 15 minutes from the airport. So, we connected and I spent a couple pleasant hours with Sarah-... and her two wonderful children. I don't think I really thought about it much before, but the children, Katie and Andrew, seemed to know me pretty well. Thank you, Sarah, for picking me up at JFK and feeding me dinner, but most of all, I want to thank you for how well the two darlings know/remember me. I know it's because of your teaching them. And it restores the feeling that I'm still part of the family, no matter where I am or how long I'm gone.
For those who would like to see Katie and Andrew, go ahead and click on this link. My sister Rebekah has posted some great pictures there on her blog site.
So that's a little bit regarding my trip back home. I know I should have written more before now, but... I'll not try to excuse myself. I'll try to do better.
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