It's the third day of orientation and I'm finally getting a chance to sit down and do a little writing to catch ya'll up on what's been going on. Orientation for New Staff (or ONS) has been a great experience so far. From learning about the history of intervarsity to studying scripture to talking about fundraising (yike...) - I think what I have enjoyed the most is getting to know some of the other ~100 new staff coming on this year.
It is very exciting to hear everyone's stories of how they came to be on staff and what they believe their callings to be. Day 2 focused on hearing and confirming our calling to staff and specific ministries we are working in. God prepares us all for a calling, a single vocation via the specific gifts and passions he has built into us and that vocation may span a number of jobs / careers. It's very affirming to me that God is soverign and that he has a purpose for us. Sometimes it can be too easy to think that we go it alone and God doesn't care about the work we do. We studied a scripture in Genesis 12 about how God called Abram and undeservingly decided to turn this unlikely nomad into the father of God's chosen people. As is often the theme - God uses the weak to do wonderful things so that in the end, God might be glorified by their works on earth.
Day 3 has focused on fundraising and partnerships, both with individuals and with the church. I learned some neat things about intervarsity's partnership with churches though some discussions with people in my small group. For example - intervarsity helped establish Vineyard church's mission arm. Intervarsity staff from 2100 productions also planted the vintage 21 church in NC. The more I learn about intervarsity the more excited I am to be a part of this kingdom buildilng movement. Speaking of partnership - I want to thank all of you who are currently praying / supporting me - without you guys we wouldn't be able to be nearly as effective as we are. Thank you!!!!
--> vintage 21 videos: a satire about the perceived Jesus in today's culture
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