I don't know if other people are like this, but I know there are many pieces of me. For example, I will sometimes sign my name to an email 'Africa Jen' if I'm writing an update from a place of full-standing in that calling. Or maybe I am connecting with my identity as a worshipper – Worshipper Jen. Or needing to affirm my place as a daughter of the king: God's Jen. And what I'm anxious to find out is – did all the pieces make it across the ocean?
As I am settling into daily Living Life here in this new place, different parts of me begin to surface. The other day I felt playful and I wondered 'does that jen have a place here'? Is there a someone, or a somewhere, or a somehow that will allow me to be that jen here? How about a Leader? A Follower, for sure, as I came to be mentored and to learn. Just last night I felt myself awakened again to the piece of me that intercedes (prays for others). 'oh, yeah… I am that too'. And it was good, it felt like I had been reunited with a very dear friend, and I am starting to move in that way again.
It appears that God is awakening each of these in proper time as He helps me see their place here and I find my being. I do think all parts of me crossed that ocean. And I think to come and serve at the Ray of Light project is a great way to utilize all of yourself because it is so varied and the leaders are so encouraging to helping you bring all of yourself to the table, to give as you are uniquely equipped to give. What's more exciting is that I suspect God, in His infinite wisdom, has brought me here to show me even the new pieces of who I am in Him… Jen of Contentment… Healing... Life of the party… fearless… And to strengthen and affirm other pieces… servant… Warrior Jen… Jen of compassion… Songwriter… friend of God. Amazing stuff. Aren't words of identity powerful? Praying you will be reminded and connect with some of yours today.
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Serving in Mozambique, one of the world's poorest countries with Children's Relief International assisting local leaders with the Ray of Light Project. Components include education, feeding and nutrition programs, a free medical clinic, hospice, and a microfinance program for women, many of whom are widowed or living with AIDS. My current trip focuses on language and culture learning, building relationships, and serving the American teams as they come to serve.
in Mozambique
jen.aldrich@gmail.com
the Adventure continues...
My first trip was October 14-29, 2007 to the village of Dondo in Mozambique, Africa with Children's Relief International. I loved it and knew there was more for me there.
[CURRENT TRIP] August 5 - October 31, 2008 back to the Ray of Light Project in Dondo. This is my time to learn the language, the culture, build relationships, use my skills, and prepare for what's next.
Future? in God's hands.
[CURRENT TRIP] August 5 - October 31, 2008 back to the Ray of Light Project in Dondo. This is my time to learn the language, the culture, build relationships, use my skills, and prepare for what's next.
Future? in God's hands.
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