Two weekends ago, I found myself back at Elon for my first homecoming since graduation. I decided that on Sunday, I would go to church and give them a quick update as to my life at seminary since they were supporting it so graciously. I wanted to make it short and sweet, so here are the top seven things they don't tell you before you go to seminary.
(7) Now, this one might be particular to a Methodist school. But apparently, John Wesley carries as much authority as Jesus Christ himself.
(6) Hebrew is, without a doubt, as hard as it sounds and looks.
(5) The UCC is sooooooooo better than any other denomination.
(4) Candy Land is a million times more fun when you play it with a 4 year old in his hospital bed.
(3) If you look hard enough, you can find Christ in anyone's eyes.
(2) I knew this before I came to seminary, but it seems even more true now. At the end of the day, after the discussions and readings and questions, remember two things. Believe the Story. Love the People.
(1) My life will never be the same.
So thanks to everyone who has believed my story and loved me, even from a distance.
blessings.
jon.
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- Welcome to the Dog Dooner Cafe’. In January of 2006, I began writing this blog as part of a contest for my study abroad program in Copenhagen, Denmark. During the semester that followed, family and friends were able to follow my travels around Denmark and Europe. Over my weeks and months abroad, it became a place to for just that, but also to share insights that the travels brought with them. The name comes from a imaginary place I began telling my parents about when I was 3. As far as I can tell, it was a place where everyone was welcome, where kindred spirits and new friends gathered and loved. The name, then, seemed fitting. Welcome to the Cafe’. Sit down, have some tea, and see what you think.
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1 comment:
I got a lot of love for you, my friend. Thanks for the help.
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