Commissioning Service

Well, several of my out of town, out of state, out of country friends have asked me about the Commissioning Service last Sunday, December 7, so I decided to upload some video from it so they can feel a part of it in a small way at least. These are just a few clips of the evening. It was such a special time for me and really served as both an encouragement and a confirmation in my calling. I'm overwhelmed by the love and support that I've received during this new "leg of my journey" with the Lord.

Video #1:
I asked my friend, Mark Burkholder, to participate by praying at the beginning of the service. I was so excited that he was willing to be a part of the evening because, as my counselor at Day Seven, he has played such a significant part in my journey of healing over the past 5 years. After that is the short testimony that I was asked to give....more about that before the second video...

Video #2
After I gave my testimony and sang a song, I sat down, and as soon as I did, I felt...well,...unfinished. Like there were things that I wanted to say, but didn't for whatever reason. I was really bothered by this. There was so much more on my heart that I had planned to communicate and just simply forgot to say it. Ugh! I hate when that happens, and I couldn't do anything about it. But then my dear friend, Jenifer Kurtz, got up to sing, and as she began to share what the Lord had given her share and sing the songs the Lord had given her to sing, her words and her songs spoke the very thoughts I meant to communicate. I couldn't believe it...actually, I could believe it, because that's just like the Lord to cover all the bases. I'm so thankful He looks after me like that, because I need that kind of help more than I care to admit. :)

Video #3
Steve Wilt, director of FIM, gave a wonderful message that I'm so glad I have recorded! I've tried to include some clips of his main points. The rest of the video is pretty self explanatory, I think. the elders of the church and the missions committee came forward to lay hands on me and pray for me. It was a very affirming moment for me.

If you're interested (for those of you not connected to me on Facebook), here's a link to some pictures of the evening: Photos of Commissioning Service