The day began at 4 AM with my alarm clock reminding me that my Power Ministry week was beginning. My brother arrived and we drove to meet at Magnolia Presbyterian Church parking lot at 5:30 to meet others that were going. Once we cleared the stop and go traffic on the 91 we able to zoom to John Wayne Airport. Once we found Mark, we were able to check our Power Ministry bags and head through Pre Board and on to our seats for the 8:59 flight to Houston. Other than a bit of bumpy ride we arrived for another flight to San Antonio. We arrived about 4:30, the last of the men to arrive for Group Two. We greeted lots of new friends in Christ.
As a first time volunteer, it was a bit overwhelming but soon we were hearing a welcome that eased us on the journey. The prayer reminded us that we were there to work, to serve and to trust God to take care of what we left behind in God’s. Next we drove to Chopstix where we feasted on all the food our eyes and stomachs could consume. It was in the midst of eating that we began to bond around the tables. Then we moved to different vans for the 140 mile trip to Faith Mission in Del Rio. This was one of my old man fears. Would I need to stop and not being the driver, what would I do? This may seem very utility of me but since I am a new participant, would I have the courage to ask? Fortunately the conversation with a new friend, took away all worries. And before long we all made a pit stop on the side of a Texas highway. As we all did our thing, the stars were visible by the thousands. Then we headed onto the road and arrived soon. We had been told to save the bottom bunks to those older. I made it a point to take the top bunk, just to affirm I was not that old yet. After a short meeting we sorted our stuff and helped with assigned responsibilities like cleaning the vans, preparing equipment for tomorrow and uploading pictures. Music was practiced and power point was readied, all for the next day’s devotions. Suddenly I realize that it is 12:15 AM and the room is very quiet. But while many of us sleep, a group is preparing for the next day in prayer. I am excited and ready for sleep. Everyone seems ready to serve. Thanks Brian for asking me to come be a part of Power Ministry.
Chris