I’ve been hesitating writing this paragraph for a few weeks. I worried over not thinking of an inspiring metaphor or beginning story to tie into my overall thoughts of New Orleans, and I couldn’t gather all or any of the thoughts I wanted to say. But then I realized how creatively I wrote wasn’t the point at all. So I’ll just say what I need to say, straight from the heart.
I’ll admit, I’m nervous to go to New Orleans. I didn’t go on the trip last year and I’ve found myself in the small group of “rookies” who hasn’t had the experience and who is somewhat naive of what lies ahead. I’m one of those people who likes to know what to expect, and in this sense, I know nothing at all. All I can do is let God prepare my heart, and willingly let him use me in his great plan. I am anxiously excited to see God’s plan for our team and for the people in New Orleans to unfold. I pray that I will be strong and courageous, that I will be healthy and energetic, and that I will be willing and able to follow God’s calling. We are called to serve, and that is what I’m going down to do.
I’ll admit, I’m nervous to go to New Orleans. I didn’t go on the trip last year and I’ve found myself in the small group of “rookies” who hasn’t had the experience and who is somewhat naive of what lies ahead. I’m one of those people who likes to know what to expect, and in this sense, I know nothing at all. All I can do is let God prepare my heart, and willingly let him use me in his great plan. I am anxiously excited to see God’s plan for our team and for the people in New Orleans to unfold. I pray that I will be strong and courageous, that I will be healthy and energetic, and that I will be willing and able to follow God’s calling. We are called to serve, and that is what I’m going down to do.
- Ali Strayhorn, 2008 Grad
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