"Urbana"

I'm thinking and praying about the "Urbana" mission conference that's going on right now. Bunches of people from SIM are there to interact with the thousands of delegates, mostly young, who are exploring mission. Six years ago we were there with our oldest grandson James. What a thrilling experience to worship with about 20,000 Christ-followers from all around the world.

Today we're going to Michigan where we'll see James and his wife Liz and son Joshua as well as Sue, Jeff and Justin. Tomorrow we'll have an early celebration for Joshua's first birthday.

A quiet week between Christmas and New Year is great for reflection. The past year has been so filled with gifts of grace, important lessons, and opportunities to grow. Next year will be too.

Love,

Carol