This is an interesting season here at the base. For the last 6+ years, the base has been primarily operating from a property in Haiku- while the program I am with remained in Paia town. While Paia is my home of 15 years, and the base formerly operated entirely from here, most of our current staff have never lived in Paia. They only know the close quarters of the Haiku house. But that all changed this past week. A decision from our leadership team was finalized and set in motion to run our Spring semester almost entirely from the Paia houses! Since the coming DTS school is rather small and we don't have a large staff at the moment either, its possible to fit everyone into the properties we carry down here in Paia. Its a great chance to give the staff some space in their living situations, some room to breathe, and a general change of pace. So far, base dynamics seem to be thriving- despite the logistical upheaval and challenges of getting in a totally new swing right before students begin to arrive!
The other night we had a new staff welcome barbecue in the yard of my house- it was great just to regroup as a staff. I love seeing everyone gathered and caring for one another in a casual and relaxed setting. So healthy and fun. I am loving this season for the base- a great answer to prayer.
So everyone is finding their feet pretty well- and no time to spare: we are preparing for impact with the Spring students arriving over the last few days and tonight being the official opening night of the Spring DTS. Its exciting to have this handful of young people coming to join us and knowing that God is going to transform their hearts and lives- and touch the nations through their service.
Have i mentioned that I LOVE being a part of what we do here? I do. The Lord touches people in remarkable ways during their time with us and its such a joy to share in what He is doing!
