What is next...

It would seem that I have settled in to life here in Arcadia pretty much. Matt & I each go to work, come home, have dinner. Some nights we work out together. We watch television; we play on the computer. On Sundays that we are not feeling too lazy, we go to church. Pretty routine life, I'd say. And a pleasant one, at that.

I can't help but feel a little disconnected from church, however. Attending a Presbyterian church is somewhat different (in my opinion) from attending a non-denominational church. Different music, different routines. Although I like everyone I've met at church, including the minister, I can't help but feel as though I'm on the outside a bit. I've decided to remedy that. I want to get involved with the church, make it my home.

That's why I offered to help out with the youth group. And my offer was met with enthusiasm by the pastor of the church, so I feel like they could definitely use an extra pair of hands. I'm really excited about having the opportunity to be around young people and watch God move in their lives!

Matt & I stayed after church today to have lunch with them, and I have to say how incredibly bright and fun they seem to be! I cannot wait until Wednesday, when I get to be around them again, and be a part of their Bible study and fellowship. I hope that I am able to provide something helpful to them, whether it is in the form of being a positive role model, or being an adult they can identify with, or even someone to listen to problems without judgement. I just have to have faith that God moved me to offer my help because He has a purpose for me to fill.