February 7 - Stoned

A few weeks ago, I totally got stoned in church. That's right, and no artificial or illegal substances were involved.

Our lead pastor has been intentional about honoring volunteers, an essential part of ministry, for decades, but it had been a while since the last celebration. I knew that was on the agenda and was excited about the arts and fun involved for the January weekend services. In all honesty, it was probably the first time I was entirely enjoying celebrating others without thinking about what I do that might be noteworthy.

That is, until I heard: "This young lady is the heart and voice behind a key communication component of GCC - she has been answering the emails that come into info@gccwired.com for over 10 years..."

Crap! I think that's me?!? I didn't hear much of what else was said, because of the pounding in my ears and the whole reminding myself to breathe thing, but I did hear "and she loves Jesus and we love her." Even as I type this, I feel that love and smiley tears block my vision.

Pardon me while I compose myself. Ahem.

Anyway, my amazing husband wrote a much smarter post about the event, but I just wanted to take a moment to process how life is full of marvelous surprises. Thirty+ people were recognized over six services on two campuses. I am so honored to be doing life with my church, and so blessed to call these people my friends. My wish is that everyone will have the opportunity for this joy.