An Introduction

Hello!

This is a start of a blog intended to document and share my experiences as a missionary and expat in Germany. Reflecting the name of this blog, I intend to seek out new experiences as I soak up a new culture and continent. I intend to seek out a deeper relationship with my Heavenly Father. I also intend to serve my new community with the knowledge and gifts God has given me. I'm so thankful for Youth For Christ and this opportunity they have given me to make a difference in kids' lives!

Me!

The beginning of this adventure all started with a dream I had about 3 years ago. In this dream I was leading a Bible study in my cute, little house somewhere in Europe. Picture a Thomas Kinkade-style home or that charming English cottage from the 2006 Nancy Meyers' movie The Holiday. I was hosting a small get-together in this cute, little house, serving up treats to this diverse group of people. I then led this group in a Bible study, sharing my stories and teaching them about Jesus.

Prior to this dream I had the usual fantasies about traveling abroad like your average American girl. Nice thoughts to carry you through the mundane times, but not something exactly attainable for most without lots and lots of careful planning and saving. But what kept bringing me back to this dream instead of dismissing it as a silly fantasy was this idea of leading a Bible study while building relationships with such a diverse group of people. This was something I hadn't ever desired. I realized this had to have come from God, a sort of divine inspiration. It was then that I began searching for open doors to make this dream a reality.

In one week I make the biggest move I have ever experienced. I'm equal parts nervous and excited for all of the changes to come! In the meantime, I'm enjoying my remaining time with my friends and family. I do want to thank all of my supporters who have brought me to this point, notably my church, Trinity Free Lutheran. I'll always appreciate the people met and the experience gained while working with Lutheran Social Services. And last, but not least, I'm so glad I got to spend the last year hanging out with the kids from the local Youth For Christ club. I wish I could bring you guys with me!

The Youth For Christ clubs of North Dakota gathered in the mountains of Montana for a week-long adventure camp.