Greetings from Chicago!
So this very moment I am sitting at a computer in the library of one of the most beautiful cities out there. Life is good :)
But I guess I better back track a bit and fill you in to how I go here. Sunday morning my dad and I left at 5:50am for the Dulles airport. We found everything ok and said tearful goodbyes as I headed off to my flight alone. While siting for my plane to board, I had an overwhelming feeling of independence which both excited and scared me.
After a bit of a delay I did make it to the O'Hare Airport in Chicago right on time. A handful of other Radical Journey members where there and we headed off to meet the rest of our group. For the remaining part of the day we moved into our pocket sized flat at Jesus People USA (http://www.jpusa.org/) and got to know the other members of our group. JPUSA is a intentional community in Chicago of about 450 residents that shows Christ's light to their brothers and sisters in the city. Their loving and generous hospitality was a wonderful welcome.
For the last three days we have been preparing for our year long journey to come. Usually we have a prayer time with the residents of JPUSA. We have also taken the time to share our faith stories which has been a powerful experience. Today we had the chance to navigate the city of Chicago by our selves in a scavenger hunt which was quite an adventure indeed! :)
It is weird to think that I have only been at orientation for 4 days because the relationships that have formed seem so much more developed. Together we are getting excited to live out God's call in our lives and there is nothing quite more exciting than that!
Looking over this post, I feel like I have left so much out! But unfortunately I have a time limit here and that time is almost up. But in closing I do have one more thing to say. I want to remind you that Christ is at work through the people of Chicago! It is such a blessing to be a part of this group! Thank you again for your continued prayers and support. Love you guys!
Rose! Sounds like you've had a full and blessed first few days with the team and other Radical Journey members! may there be many more days like these past four to come. Blessings as you continue
ReplyDeleteSo glad to hear how enriching your stay at Jesus People USA has been this first week.
ReplyDeleteBlessings as you continue the orientation process and prepare for the southern trek.
We love and pray for you often around the dinner table.
Hugs,
Mom