Hello and GOD BLESS:
Well ... we are getting closer to the end of our week of service here in San Francisco. Our 4 work groups have had a wide variety of experiences; however, they all have one thing in common about their activities ... they have all been doing God's Work. All of the work groups are accomplishing different tasks, but are all fulfilling the needs of God through their own calling for this week.
I have had the honor of working with each of the work groups these first 4 days. I am extremely proud of each one of them. They have come down here to serve and to do God's Work ... and they have done that well. You should be proud of them. They are representing all of you very well.
Additionally, they have been an active and enthusiastic part of the evening program. They have coordinated and facilitated many activities with the group from Divine Savior (Sacramento, CA). Our youth are an open and friendly group with outstanding "social skills" that open many doors.
We had a Mass last night for the Young Neighbors in Action participants. This was our second "private Mass" thus far. They have been intimate and special. Our youth have been alter servers, lectorers, singers, etc. They have been challenged, and have willingly accepted the opportunity to service.
We are all excited about the remaining days of this mission trip. We are all excited about our journey with Jesus. We are all excited about the search for those special "God moments" that provide an insight into God's love for us.
Thank you all for your help, support, and prayers. We continue to pray for you, and we hope that the Holy Spirit continues to embrace you and your family.
GOD BLESS!
We are so proud of all that you are doing. We love reading your posts and can't wait for more news each day. We pray for you each day and think about you all the time. It is so wonderful to hear what you are doing for the community and so beautiful to know what you are learning in return-life changing moments, you never know where they will come from.
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Brianna we miss you so much and can't wait to hear all of your stories. You amaze me every day! We are all so proud of you.
With lots and lots of love
Mom, Dad and Josh
Reading this post really makes me feel proud. What a great group of young kids we have in our youth group. You are all so willing to give of yourselves and help others. You make us all proud.
ReplyDeleteZach - knowing you are one of the kids that is accomplishing all these amazing things does not surprise me at all. You are a wonderful young man full of love to give. We are so very proud of you. I hope you are finding the answers you are looking for regarding your Catholic faith. Don't be afraid to share. This is the time to get any answers you are wanting. Keep up the good work. We love you very much and I can't wait to hear your stories. Love & hugs - Mom
It's so great to hear all that you are doing. We'd love to know who is in which group and what each group has been doing. Post more blogs!!! - I know that many of us here at home are checking often for updates. But, I think that some people may have trouble posting comments, it seems that if you try to post without going to preview it doesn't always "stick".
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Shauna
It is great to hear about your trip and the wonderful experiences you're having. Can't wait to hear more ... Keeping you in our prayers and wishing you a safe trip back.
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