I have had a lot of questions asked of me recently regarding my move back to Europe. How are you feeling? What are you doing in your last weeks? What if all your support doesn’t come in? Are you afraid? I have been processing it is all and it is different this time around. The fear is a lot less, almost non-existent. I know that it will take months to adjust and to really find my niche. I am moving to Ireland and will be instantly entering a community of co-workers who are all passionate about Youth Ministry (in all shapes and form). I do dread culture shock a little. I know that at first it will feel like a vacation and then at one pinnacle moment reality will hit. It is never fun, but it is always intriguing.
I have come to see that the peace is greater and the vision is clearer this time around. I don’t think there will be any “freak outs”. I am calm and focused on each day as it comes. These past two years have been good for me. I feel really confident in God and what He has done in me. He has shown me a lot about myself that and I know that will help this time around.
I will have to make the break from my favorite stores and vices again. Yet, I know that in a few months time I won't miss them. Once I get an espresso machine all will be well. The internet, blogs, websites, skype, and instant messaging will be huge for me this time around as far as keeping up with people.
I am confident that over time my financial needs will be taken care. I currently need $3000 in Outgoing Expenses and $400 a month in month support. Or I need a surplus of $8000 to get me through the year. I won’t delay my leave date. It is set and He is big enough to handle what is left.
Those are my answers thus far…
