Awhile ago I posted news about a new job my wife had attained, one which I never saw coming. My wife works at a church we had known about for years. She is loving it and, I'm told, they are loving her. I still struggle to find a word better than perfect to describe my wife in this Children's Ministry role.
Not long after, I admitted I still had questions. Now that I knew we would not be moving (a prayer, by the way, my children all admitted praying) and I realized I could look for something local and long-term, the question was simple. What would I find to do?
My search continued. My prayers continued to fill God's ears. That God was listening, I have no doubt.
I filled my time as a substitute teacher. I found myself in many different schools, meeting many different people. As much fun as it was, and it was (most of the time), I knew substitute teaching could not be a long-term answer for the needs of my family. Although it was nice to see checks coming with my name on them, I continued to look elsewhere.
A chance conversation with a friend, an update to the resume (again!) and I found myself interviewing for a marketing job at Grace College, a local Christian college here in Winona Lake.
When I was offered the job as Special Projects Coordinator, I think I might have actually visualized my head exploding, all while maintaining whatever appearance of cool I have ever managed. In case you're wondering what that title means, I believe it is an even mix of being the social media guy and doing whatever else they ask me to do.
~Can I start next week? Why yes, yes I can!
So, today, I begin this new adventure, actually working across the street from my previous employ. I have little idea where this adventure will take my family. But, given the year we have experienced, I am not afraid.
I am prepared to jump into this new challenge, embracing, by faith, everything God has for me. And, in case you're wondering...no, I never saw this coming either.
Not long after, I admitted I still had questions. Now that I knew we would not be moving (a prayer, by the way, my children all admitted praying) and I realized I could look for something local and long-term, the question was simple. What would I find to do?
My search continued. My prayers continued to fill God's ears. That God was listening, I have no doubt.
I filled my time as a substitute teacher. I found myself in many different schools, meeting many different people. As much fun as it was, and it was (most of the time), I knew substitute teaching could not be a long-term answer for the needs of my family. Although it was nice to see checks coming with my name on them, I continued to look elsewhere.
A chance conversation with a friend, an update to the resume (again!) and I found myself interviewing for a marketing job at Grace College, a local Christian college here in Winona Lake.
When I was offered the job as Special Projects Coordinator, I think I might have actually visualized my head exploding, all while maintaining whatever appearance of cool I have ever managed. In case you're wondering what that title means, I believe it is an even mix of being the social media guy and doing whatever else they ask me to do.
~Can I start next week? Why yes, yes I can!
So, today, I begin this new adventure, actually working across the street from my previous employ. I have little idea where this adventure will take my family. But, given the year we have experienced, I am not afraid.
I am prepared to jump into this new challenge, embracing, by faith, everything God has for me. And, in case you're wondering...no, I never saw this coming either.
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