11/9/2017 3 Comments Here I am, Lord“Being Called” has always been an interesting concept to me. In my life I have almost always heard it referring to how someone realized they were meant for ministry. Even though I have been working at a church for two months now, I still do not plan to attend seminary after this year. However, since being in this new city, I have begun to dive deeper into my exploration of God’s calling on my life. So here I am in the nation’s capital. New city, new job, new church, new housemates. The newness I have felt during this move has been overwhelming at times. I thought I was pretty adept at handling change, but every change brings with it new challenges and new opportunities to learn and grow. I already love living in the District. There is an energy that flows through this city and makes everything seem a little more hopeful. Everyone is passionate about something, and that is incredibly inspiring. My placement at Church of the Pilgrims is going wonderfully. I love this church, and I feel at home every time I see the tower as I walk down P-Street and every time I stand in the glow of our sanctuary’s stained glass windows. The people here are fascinating and their love for this church community is contagious. My first week here I was tasked with reading Sleeping with Bread: Holding What Gives You Life. This book in essence explores the art of using the examen method to examine your life and to build meaningful relationships with those around you (It’s a short, easy read that I highly recommend). I am going to use this method to give a short review of my first couple months in Washington DC. What has given me life during this time?
What has been life draining these couple months?
Ways you can continue to support me along this journey:
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Michele Howie
11/9/2017 10:19:16 am
Sam, Wil and I love calling you "friend" and appreciate your website so we can keep up with what's going on in your life and spiritual journey. Please count on our prayers of encouragement and support; as always, we love you.
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Tammy Fauver
11/9/2017 12:19:31 pm
Sam, so proud I found your blog. It makes me proud to think I may have played a small part in your Love of God. I am so pleased to see you giving back. Please continue to keep me updated in your travels and don't be afraid of the future. For I know the plans I have for you, plans toflourish and not fail......JER 29:11
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Leslie Morton
11/11/2017 12:49:45 pm
Smiled through the whole blog! You are simply remarkable.
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AuthorMy name is Sam Russell. I am 23 years old and determined to discover more about the world and my place in it. I love exploring, travelling, learning, and enjoying nature. In May of 2016, I graduated with honors from The University of Mississippi (Ole Miss) with a degree in business administration. Following graduation, I spent a summer working in Skagway, Alaska (If you’ve never been to Alaska I highly recommend it) before accepting a front desk job at The Skirvin Hilton in Oklahoma City. Since a young age, I thought I had my entire future as a hotel manager/owner figured out. However, now that I am in the “real world,” my goals are changing, putting me in a period of vocational and spiritual discernment. I believe that adventure is all around us and that we must embrace it and grow from it to become who we are meant to be. Being a Young Adult Volunteer in Washington D.C. is the next step on my journey, and I can’t wait to see what this incredible city has in store for me! Archives
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