Thanks for everyone who supported our district even with the Methodist President, the event went really great lots of people came and at least 180 people stayed for the sit down meal. Thanks for the help and support from my circuit Rev Jenny,Alex,Mary and especially Helen (who printed off my photos and didn't mind her email full of them also for helping on the day as well couldn't of done it with out you). i hope Ive not forgotten anyone.
For all those who came what an experience we had from the different countries and cultures
My congratulations goes out to all those who organised and arranged for it to happen so smoothly enjoyed the day although yes i was warn out with all the talking and sharing, but great experience.
Tuesday, 17 March 2009
Friday, 16 January 2009
reflection time
Hello Everyone
Wow where did 2008 go? I’m sorry where did these last 7 months go? I can’t believe I’ve been home over half a year now from my year out in Kenya – did it go this fast last year??!!
As I reflect on my last 7 months I’m going to be honest about the way I’ve been feeling because as you know Joanne is fine no matter what, but you have to say that out in Kenya anyway, so I fitted in well!!
These past few months have been really hard for me and I believe that I’ve suffered reverse cultural shock (I was aware of this from my training that it may happen), this happened until about November - so good news I feel settled. Although a huge thank you to all those who have been there for me, listened to my concerns, a shoulder to cry on, shared in my experience of Kenya and basically helped me back into the way of living here and just for being you.
I know because I couldn’t settle, unsure of where I was meant to be, didn’t know what I’m meant to be doing (that really still applies), I didn’t know where I was with my faith (strange I know after a whole year of doing Gods calling) but reading His Word; through prayers; listening to music and in services also through many conversations with many of you; I believe that my spark is slowly returning to a flame. But as Joanne always does just get on with things, catch up with friends and family as I’ve not seen them for over a year – probably some people I’ve not even seen yet since I got back – sorry .
Personally if I can deal with much more challenging circumstances in Kenya (Country elections, the church problems, and the situation at the home, also suffering with Malaria) I can deal with personal changes here. On The Experience Exchange Programme reflection weekend back in October 2008 was ace, my eyes were open my heart was strengthened to know that I wasn’t alone in the boat and these feelings through sharing with the other EEPs and we all said with the help of our Lord and family friends and the help from EEPs staff we all got through our experiences.
To end I would like to share a song written by one of the children Ann Joy from the Children’s Home Meru Kenya:
“Have you ever talked to God?
About..
Tell Him that you need a friend, to love,
Ask all this in Jesus name,
Believe,
He answers prayers.
Chorus –
You can whisper in a cloud, to Him,
You can cry when you are alone, to Him
You don’t have to shout aloud, to Him
He knows your thoughts.”
Wow where did 2008 go? I’m sorry where did these last 7 months go? I can’t believe I’ve been home over half a year now from my year out in Kenya – did it go this fast last year??!!
As I reflect on my last 7 months I’m going to be honest about the way I’ve been feeling because as you know Joanne is fine no matter what, but you have to say that out in Kenya anyway, so I fitted in well!!
These past few months have been really hard for me and I believe that I’ve suffered reverse cultural shock (I was aware of this from my training that it may happen), this happened until about November - so good news I feel settled. Although a huge thank you to all those who have been there for me, listened to my concerns, a shoulder to cry on, shared in my experience of Kenya and basically helped me back into the way of living here and just for being you.
I know because I couldn’t settle, unsure of where I was meant to be, didn’t know what I’m meant to be doing (that really still applies), I didn’t know where I was with my faith (strange I know after a whole year of doing Gods calling) but reading His Word; through prayers; listening to music and in services also through many conversations with many of you; I believe that my spark is slowly returning to a flame. But as Joanne always does just get on with things, catch up with friends and family as I’ve not seen them for over a year – probably some people I’ve not even seen yet since I got back – sorry .
Personally if I can deal with much more challenging circumstances in Kenya (Country elections, the church problems, and the situation at the home, also suffering with Malaria) I can deal with personal changes here. On The Experience Exchange Programme reflection weekend back in October 2008 was ace, my eyes were open my heart was strengthened to know that I wasn’t alone in the boat and these feelings through sharing with the other EEPs and we all said with the help of our Lord and family friends and the help from EEPs staff we all got through our experiences.
To end I would like to share a song written by one of the children Ann Joy from the Children’s Home Meru Kenya:
“Have you ever talked to God?
About..
Tell Him that you need a friend, to love,
Ask all this in Jesus name,
Believe,
He answers prayers.
Chorus –
You can whisper in a cloud, to Him,
You can cry when you are alone, to Him
You don’t have to shout aloud, to Him
He knows your thoughts.”
Tuesday, 13 January 2009
happy new year!!
Ok so its nearly mid jan hey ho!!
another update for u im now not working yet again it finished at christmas so job hunting yet again alongside everyone else not happy
Also im now renting a property in porthill newcastle-under-lyme staffs, a lovely 1 bedroom flat which used to be a post office so im told.
Life is settling now and getting into some sort of normality i think.
Still doing a few talks on my experience in kenya which is great as it keeps it alive and its great to share with one another.
So happy new year 2009 is here and im praying that u are all ok and that we are listening to God about what he wants us to do.
another update for u im now not working yet again it finished at christmas so job hunting yet again alongside everyone else not happy
Also im now renting a property in porthill newcastle-under-lyme staffs, a lovely 1 bedroom flat which used to be a post office so im told.
Life is settling now and getting into some sort of normality i think.
Still doing a few talks on my experience in kenya which is great as it keeps it alive and its great to share with one another.
So happy new year 2009 is here and im praying that u are all ok and that we are listening to God about what he wants us to do.
Thursday, 13 November 2008
update news
well hello to anyone who still is reading this, now im back in uk it feels a tad wired still writing on it but it updates you all with what im up to especially those who i dont manage to see regularly.
Well 5 months now ive been back and Praise God things are now starting to be on the way up!!
Ive started a 10 hour job with a company down london but can do from up stoke plus monday 17th november i should be starting a part time job at Iceland supermarket retail experience which i do have.
then we shall see after christmas - start looking again.
Still living at my sisters in wolstanton but have put housing application in so we shall see, or maybe moving in with my dad that bit still unsure of.
I cant believe its 5 months and im still speaking about Kenya then again i will be for the rest of my life it was a whole year experience not everyone yet has seen the photos will honestly get round to it soon promise.
Since ive been back ive been abit up and down not knowing what meant to be doing, where im meant to be, who i am so i feel yes that ive suffered cultural shock quite bad really also with changes in my personal life not really helped but overcoming them now. If im honest some of those questions still havent been answered.
I have done various of talks, been on reflection,a few job turn downs,church life occassionally helped at rainbows, brownies,bb,church services,playing in music group, so really in away bck to the way i was bfore kenya although not 100% committed, but in a way this has helped me to settle back in some aspect.
I pray about them aswell as speak to friends / minister about it 1 friend said to me the other day "cant believe that its easier to adapt to another country than adapting back to your own especially in finding work" have to agree, plus the time of year the credit crunch wrong timing really oh well life goes on.
Well 5 months now ive been back and Praise God things are now starting to be on the way up!!
Ive started a 10 hour job with a company down london but can do from up stoke plus monday 17th november i should be starting a part time job at Iceland supermarket retail experience which i do have.
then we shall see after christmas - start looking again.
Still living at my sisters in wolstanton but have put housing application in so we shall see, or maybe moving in with my dad that bit still unsure of.
I cant believe its 5 months and im still speaking about Kenya then again i will be for the rest of my life it was a whole year experience not everyone yet has seen the photos will honestly get round to it soon promise.
Since ive been back ive been abit up and down not knowing what meant to be doing, where im meant to be, who i am so i feel yes that ive suffered cultural shock quite bad really also with changes in my personal life not really helped but overcoming them now. If im honest some of those questions still havent been answered.
I have done various of talks, been on reflection,a few job turn downs,church life occassionally helped at rainbows, brownies,bb,church services,playing in music group, so really in away bck to the way i was bfore kenya although not 100% committed, but in a way this has helped me to settle back in some aspect.
I pray about them aswell as speak to friends / minister about it 1 friend said to me the other day "cant believe that its easier to adapt to another country than adapting back to your own especially in finding work" have to agree, plus the time of year the credit crunch wrong timing really oh well life goes on.
Friday, 24 October 2008
reflection weekend away in Birmingham today
Just getting prepared for a reflection weekend in Birmingham cant wait im looking forward sharing my experience on kenya with others aswell as meeting those and others i trained with.
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Other update is that the job i mentioned in my other blog post nothing has become of it as in the end and waiting 3 months being told there was no Fulltime position (bomb shell) i was looking forward in starting but with all the hassle it has caused im not sure. But i do have an interview later on today and a job training in london which i can do from stoke (home) so we shall see.
Keep you all posted.
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Other update is that the job i mentioned in my other blog post nothing has become of it as in the end and waiting 3 months being told there was no Fulltime position (bomb shell) i was looking forward in starting but with all the hassle it has caused im not sure. But i do have an interview later on today and a job training in london which i can do from stoke (home) so we shall see.
Keep you all posted.
Monday, 13 October 2008
update 13/10/08
Now living at my sisters house in Wolstanton, still very busy with various of talks and sharing photoes - some still not seen.
But aswell as all whats been happening since ive come back i now can say things are getting settled and i now start work which ive been waiting for my crb to come through at last its arrived. Hoping to start next Monday with creative support.
I had a fab time in Jersey the island is beautiful i didnt want to come home i will be returning there for holidays. Thanks Christine and all i met for making me feel so welcome.
But aswell as all whats been happening since ive come back i now can say things are getting settled and i now start work which ive been waiting for my crb to come through at last its arrived. Hoping to start next Monday with creative support.
I had a fab time in Jersey the island is beautiful i didnt want to come home i will be returning there for holidays. Thanks Christine and all i met for making me feel so welcome.
Wednesday, 17 September 2008
Need some time out
Im in need of some time out since ive been back in the uk its been atad manic with moving house meeting up with friends and family which has been great!! Getting back into worship and sharing kenya at various of services and meetings aswell as photoes with friends and family.
Ive been invoted over to jersey tomorrow to see Rev Christine Legge who ive not seen since before Kenya so im looking forward to it aswell as time out and more time with God reflecting and exploring his beauty aswell as exploring jersey.
Im still awaiting a start date from my job CRB how long do they take???
So i thought id take some holiday before i started.
Ive been invoted over to jersey tomorrow to see Rev Christine Legge who ive not seen since before Kenya so im looking forward to it aswell as time out and more time with God reflecting and exploring his beauty aswell as exploring jersey.
Im still awaiting a start date from my job CRB how long do they take???
So i thought id take some holiday before i started.
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