Isn't it interesting how God put us in different seats to have different experiences? On the first long flight, I sat next to a French woman who taught English to 11-14 year-olds, so we shared our teaching experiences (her 40 years vs. my 4 years), how classroom management has gotten more difficult as the family units break down, and how teachers don't get paid enough for the task of preparing the future leaders of our countries. I guess some things never change.
At any rate, 24+ hours after rising for our day of flying, we arrived safe and sound to the picturesque town of Sibiu. The old, old buildings belie the fact that it's a living, vibrant city. The church actually seems "modern" compared to the buildings across the street. We are staying in the apartment-like attachment to the church, on the second and third floors. The second floor has two bedrooms, two baths, and a kitchen and dining area. On the third floor, up a very steep set of stairs, there are three bedrooms and the computer room. We sent the young whipper-snapper Steve to the upstairs room.
It's now Saturday morning and we're preparing to go to a family retreat that runs today and tomorrow morning. Steve and Jerry will be giving messages, and Rich and I might be leading separate discussion groups for men and women regarding marriage, family, kids, etc. It's a good thing God uses people who aren't perfect in the areas He leads us to discuss!
Keep praying for God's mighty hand to pour blessings on these people through our best efforts, backed up by the Holy Spirit.
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