Nearing Christmas...

With much excitement this semester is finally drawing to a close as really only 2 weeks remain. I honestly can't believe how quickly this semester has flown by, though some of my classes I truly have been counting down the days, others I have rather enjoyed.



A couple little updates... I got a new phone! Though I'm still trying to figure it out, the touch screen and the slick shape is really nice. A new movie came out about abortion. Though I haven't seen the full length movie yet, I think it is one that everyone should see. Check out www.bloodmoneyfilm.com I truly believe it is so important for people to see that Abortion is the ultimate exploitation of women.

God Bless and hope everyones Thanksgiving was amazing!

Long Time, No Post

So yesterday I woke up in complete and utter shock. I have been in denial of what has been approaching me this November and now, it being day two and still here I've realized it has come...

Winter

So it has been quite a while since my last post, but since not much has changed within these last months, other than the weather, so there hasn't been much to update on.

I've been continuing to work, doing a bit of job hunting (so I can make a little more and get better hours) and school. Geeze has it been busy though! Running short on sleep and so much homework has proved to be truly a balancing act, but I'm up for the challenge I suppose. My college classes have been going pretty good as well, maybe not as good as I hoped, but for the first time I'm working, in addition to college, and that is no easy feat. Anyhow, I've really just been continuing to save up, work and attempt to figure out what I will be doing one year from now. Hopefully by Valentines Day I'll know what I'll be doing next year, or what career field I'll be planning for, but who knows!? I certainly don't! All in God's hands!

Can't wait for Thanksgiving! God bless and happy Turkey hunting! :)

Join NET?

I said earlier that I was applying to join NET Ministries, which I did, and today I got a phone call! "NET Ministry" is what my phone said when it rang! :) Honestly when I heard it the first time, I asked myself "Did I really just hear that?!" before I jumped up and ran to find a phone. Praise God! They invited to go on an Interview Weekend at the NET Center from January 21st through the 23rd! I could not be more thrilled or excited!

For anyone who prayed for me, thank you and please continue to! I am so excited for the future. I can not wait to DO SOMETHING!

To find out more about NET Ministries, please visit www.netusa.org

Snail Mail

So, I did it! I send my application in the mail today for NET and I honestly could not be more at peace or excited! I have talked on here before about wanting to make a different, and to do God's will and I really feel like right now, God is saying NET. I feel so honored I get to take advice from some of the most holy people I know, like Michelle, and really have this opportunity at all.

I am not sure as to whether or not I will get a invitation to an interview, or not, but I know either way that I am only doing as God wishes. If God wants me on NET next year, it will happen, if not, I know he has something in store for me.

Right now, I'm also trying to decide which Senior Pictures to give out. I had them done by Mindy May Photography, which I'd recommend, and I'm really impressed with how they turned out. God is good!

Keep praying and check out www.netusa.org during some free time.

What is God calling YOU to?

Discerning the originally thought discerned.

So, I am doing it... The unthinkable to me 2 years ago has now taken place. I just finished my Application for NET Ministries USA and let me tell you, I feel so light, so content and just at peace and almost anticipation about it. My sophomore year I really thought about NET hard, and, after months I felt like God was telling me no. A few months ago though, I starting thinking about it. Not sure why but it just was laid on my heart like a best friend I couldn't ignore.

It really is amazing how great the Lord is. I feel like he is sending me on this Adventure and just showering me with beauty and joy.

So, you might be wondering right now, what is NET? Well in case you don't know, it stands for National Evangelistic Teams. The main mission of NET Ministries is to challenge young Catholics (usually grades 8-12) to embrace their faith and the Church. There are 10 teams made up of over 100 young adults between the ages of 18 and 28. Each October, they hit the road armed with suitcases, sleeping bags, guitars, bibles, rosaries and hearts burning for Christ. The teams each lead retreats 6 days a week, and when not leading retreats, they share their faith where ever they are. So, here I go... Maybe next October I'll be leaving Minnesota to lead youth around our country closer to Christ. :) If you are interested in learning more about NET, or would like to donate to NET Ministries, please check out www.netusa.org/

Thanks for reading and God Bless!

Contemplating Continues

So, I sent in an email to NET in request for an application to apply to be a NETter in the year of 2011-2012. So weird to even be thinking about it, but I need to really try to follow God's will. I will soon be receiving a application!

School has started and all is well! I can't say I'm happy to be back in school, but I do enjoy learning. My classes are going well so far and most of my teachers are pretty nice! We'll see how this semester unfolds soon here though!

Forgot to post this last month, but in July my friend's little boy arrived healthy and handsome last month! They are both doing well and he is just the most precious little guy! God is good! :)

Contemplating

So... To whom it may concern,

I'm feeling a tug towards what I said a year ago I wouldn't be contemplating... NET ministries.

I really thought I'd already discerned it, but I guess God wants me to think it over again.

School is starting here in a month and, though I'm excited, it's quite nerve racking to think summer is over... It hasn't set in quite yet. I can't believe I'm going to be driving to school everyday in rush hour traffic, not so cool but necessary.

Works been good and luckily I've gotten a few more babysitting jobs to help with financial costs of driving to school, church events and savings. My senior pictures are coming up too and I can't wait to have them taken, I'm praying for a clean and clear day! ;) haha