The Importance of Framing (excerpts from Deep Justice Journeys)
It was just a week ago that 39 sojourners returned from Cuernavaca, Mexico, and only days before 15 depart for Channai, India. It is no surprise that Bethlehem takes its call to share the Good News of Christ with the whole world and actively does so through a variety service learning trips and cultural exchanges.
This has been an internationally focused year, with trips to Argentina, Palestine/Israel, Mexico and India. We are certainly blessed to be a blessing! It has also been a paramount year for youth in global missions. It is the first time a large
On the Move
It's been a little crazy in the office this past month. We're organizing office space around our restated vision: connecting people with God, each other and their mission in the world which means that lots of folks are on the move. Many staff have exchanged one office for another as we seek to work more efficiently and effectively. As I spent time packing up books and files I wondered if this was really all necessary. And now as I sit in my new assigned space, in the midst of boxes and files that need to be unpacked I say "yes!" Change can be a challenge. Most prefer the feeling of being settled and comfortable. But the beauty of change is that it offers an opportunity to gain a fresh perspective. How's your perspective these days?
