SEED - a few thoughts ...

Thua ca nha,

Even since S.E.E.D. retreat ended, there is very few days that went by without me thinking and dreaming about S.E.E.D. But when I start thinking and dream about S.E.E.D. I realized that I was not alone, there were others who were just as crazy as I was. We formed circle of discernment and ponder together. Together we recognized that there are so many opportunities to serve. The needs are so great. Dreaming about S.E.E.D. forced us to dream about their future (teen, YaYA) and the little ones coming into S.E.E.D. age. We start to wonder where they are in their formation? Will this program fits their needs? Will that program fits better?

After pondering about what, we moved to ponder about how to best deliver the message to them. Is it better in an outdoor environment? Is it better at a retreat center? Would it be better still in someone's backyard? Is it better to have one program a year? 2 times each year? Perhaps, every 3 months or so. Should we keep the program regional? Should we bring down to the local level or should we elevate it to a national ministry? So many questions by so many people from everywhere. I recalled a gospel passage a couple of days ago about how we can interpret nature and yet fail to recognize the "sign of the time". Then I thought to myself, is this the sign of the time?

Tonight, sitting on a conference call with a number of other people responsible for the children program at HMV DB, we evaluated the program. It was so great to hear the fire from each and everyone. I used to fear such fire of enthusiasm, because just as a fast burning flame, it soon will burn itself out and leave no trace of it ever been there. But somehow this fire was different. Like the fire in the days of Moses, It burns but does not consume.

Dear Lord, thank you for giving me the grace to be aware of the needs of your children; thank you Lord for giving so many people the grace to be aware of the needs of your children. You have given us this gift, may you bless us and grant us the wisdom and energy to see it thru to fruition. As we partake in this journey together, may we be aware that everything starts from You, and grows with You so that it may ends in You.

Good night,
Kha'nh