PDO Experience!

Hey all!
So I made it to Indianapolis for Pre-Departure Orientation earlier this week!



The past five days have been a bit of blur but exciting nonetheless. We have been staying at the Benedict Inn Monastery with the Sisters of St. Benedict. I'm sure we are a little bit more energetic than what they are normally used to, but regardless they have still been incredibly kind to us. I can't tell you all how good it feels to have been here with my teammate and the other interns. After months of just emails it's great to finally put faces to everyone's names.  The time here has been a lot of different sessions preparing us for what we will face out on the field, personal reflection, and team bonding.


During my time here I have been able to get to know some pretty amazing people, hear their testimonies, and see how God has lead all of them in different ways to come to Christ.  I've been surprised on how easy it has been to just jump in and get to know everyone. I think it's because that we all understand that although we are traveling to many different countries to serve in different ways, we are all here for one purpose and that purpose being Christ. So even though we all were basically strangers at first, we have bonded in a way that has been incredibly meaningful and spiritual.



Bridgette and I have had a lot of time to continue getting to know each other since we have been here. From the time that I have gotten spend with her so far she is a great person and I'm blessed to have her as my teammate for this adventure! She is now my family for this summer and I am excited to grow deeper in our relationship as we serve together in Kenya.


Sooooo all if that to say this...TODAY IS THE BIG DAY! The Kenya team has been checked in and we are currently waiting on our flight to Dallas. As I have taken time to reflect this week on how I have gotten to this point, I know that it's only through the grace of God and the love from you all. My cup and heart are overflowing and that is because each and every one of you have haven taken the time to pour into me emotionally, physically, and spiritually. You all are my support system and I have been blessed beyond compare by your love. 

You all are the best and I love you a lot! KENYA HERE WE COME! :)