Operation Ireland

Let me tell all of you wonderful readers about something really exciting- the Lord is actually giving me a little bit of insight into my future.  Now for some of you, this won't be a big deal- those of you who are older and wiser, and know that it all works out in the end.  For those of us who are College seniors- news of having plans is an exciting thing, and sometimes unheard of.

I get to go to Ireland.  Not only do I get to go to Ireland, but I get to serve with a fantastic team that partners with Operation Mobilization.  This opportunity is so cool.  I was a little nervous about where I was going to get placed, but the Lord has shown himself sovereign in my life (as usual).  One of these days I'll remember that he knows me, my desires, and what I need so much better than I ever will.

Why is it so cool? Well, you see, my friends, I get to write in Ireland.  Yep, I'm going to write about one chapter of the Church there.  I get to tell stories about the people that I meet and the ministries that OM: Ireland is involved in.

Just a couple of weeks ago, I was talking to a good friend of mine about how if I could do anything in the entire world, I would love to write for the church.  I'd love to represent part of the Church through my writing - preferable in an international setting (or not in America).  Because of this opportunity, I get to do that for 2 1/2 months.  The Lord has surely blessed me immeasurably.

I have to raise money for this opportunity, which is extremely nerve racking.  The Lord and I like to argue about my dependence on him for anything financial.  We struggle every semester when it's time to pay my school bill.  I freak out, and he always provides. Raising $4000 for this intimidates me a lot, but I know that if he really wants me to do this, it'll happen.

Anyways, if any of you want to get involved, please let me know.  Every little bit helps.  If you want to e-mail me your address so I can send you a letter, e-mail me here: kelsten7837@bryan.edu.  Or you can like my Facebook page "Help Krista Go to Ireland."

I'll be keeping you all updated on everything that is going on with this. I get to take a class where we study missions and evangelism - so excited.  I'll probably write about my experiences in the class pretty regularly.

You guys have a lovely day!