What an amazing Journey it has been so far.
It has definitely been a time to really reflect upon all the memories, blessings, and trials that I have experienced through the years.
CFC-Youth Canada, 20 Years. CFC-Youth Winnipeg, 18 years. My own journey in this community, 13 years.
It’s unbelievable! Crazy even! To see how God continues to shower His love upon all of us each and every day of our lives.
I was blessed with the opportunity to give a talk for our Regional Leaders Retreat “A Time to Build” and truly it was such a humbling experience.
I had an idea of the direction that I wanted to take the talk. From the screenings, to practicing, and going over my notes over and over again. It’s not like I haven’t done a talk before. But man…… THIS VIDEO.
Praise God for CFC-Youth Regina for showing me this video, and of course CFC-Youth Northern Virginia for creating it!
Lights were closed. Everyone focused on the screen. Speakers blasting. The atmosphere was very intense.
Watching the video, right before the beginning of the talk… I began to read the cards in my mind. I was really immersed into the video, thinking about the many times when I struggled and the mindset that had really affected me before.
Suddenly, I began to tear.
When the video started to reverse… it hit me extremely hard. One, because it has been difficult for me to accept the Love that He continues to give me. Two, because I began to realize the beauty of it all, in how even through the weaknesses that I have, He is always there.
All composition was lost. I was balling my eyes out, trying to get myself back on track. 40 people or so looking at me probably wondering “What happened?” At the time, I was probably wondering the same thing.
There was just so much beauty that weekend. Seeing all the new leaders and how their journey is beginning to unfold. Looking back at my own journey, I can’t help but feel extremely excited for my brothers and sisters, and for them to really experience the Lord through each other, and this community.
I’m happy to say that I am CFC-Youth. (even though I’m in SFC now, heh)