Changing the world

A student dropped by the office last week. I hadn't gotten the chance to get to know her very well yet, but she started telling me about her life's ambitions. Right now, she's writing a play about life in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The situation there is pretty bad and she wants more people to know about it. Her dream is to raise her family in Africa while she teaches girls a trade so they don't have to go into prostitution. Many Chi Alpha girls have similar dreams.

I have no desire to live in Africa. But I get to talk with all these amazing girls who are so passionate about helping a continent that is in such great need. Their college experience will shape who they are for the rest of their lives. It's crazy that by working with a relatively small group of students, I can impact the world. But that's what I see in them--the potential to make a difference all over the globe.

"Give up your small ambitions; come with me and save the world." ~ St. Francis Xavier

A Beginning ...

My dad has been telling me for years that I needed to start a blog. Since I'm trying to keep my printed newsletters to one page, I figured this might be a good outlet to share more of what's happening throughout the year for those who might be interested. I'm going to try to keep my posts short, but write more regularly. Here we go!

My new adventure is life in the ministry. It was not what I expected to be called to, but I can't imagine doing anything I would love more. I mostly hang out with college students. Over hazelnut Americanos, Whole Foods' salads, or pancakes I get to hear about what stresses them out, what they're learning about God, and what they dream of doing one day. I can get paid for this? Really? They didn't talk about being a campus missionary during high school career day :)

It's not always easy, but it's worth it. In coming posts, I'll talk more about the moments that make me understand why.