What a glorious day! Number 26 has just screached to a halt at the bus stop behind the Heiner center at Whatcom Community College. I sling my side-saddle pack over my shoulder, stand up warily and wave a cheery "Have a lovely day," to the driver. In a moment my shoes have touched pavement and I am on my way. There is nothing better than a Monday. I have just come from my tutor's warm kitchen where I spent the morning as usual studying wonderfully dreadful pre-calculous in the comfortable familiarity of her presence.
Now I march forth, back straight, head up into the next item on my schedule. Today I meet Sarah from ceramics class at 12:15 for coffee, sharing, and prayer under the stairs in Kulshan (our science center). Sarah is a lovely girl, full of passion for Christ, for life, and for service. After purchasing our drinks from the Dockside Cafe in the Student Center, we trudge off to our spot under the stairs and spend the better part of a half hour simply enjoying each other and God. Soon 1:00 is upon us and Sarah departs to her classes as I am joined by other dear friends.
Monday afternoon is the time for Christian girls from all over campus to convene in the very same spot, our spot under the stairs. Their for another half-hour, we share and pray before it is necessary for us to scamper off to classes. Mandy and I were the two that came up with the idea, and Mandy it was that provided the amount of attendees who faithfully arrive at 1:00. Our group currently is comprised of eight to ten girls most of which are new to Whatcom. Only three of us are returning students from last year. Our beliefs range wide in the spectrum of Christian churches, and yet we gather for the single object of encouragment, fellowship and dialogue with our Lord and Savior. In the face of the pagan world in which we have been called to study, nothing could be more wonderful than to rejoice with those who rejoice, and weep with those who weep--just as we have been commanded. That little, dusty corner under the stairs acts as the hearth for the gospel to go forth in a very special way at Whatcom Community College. God has blessed us.
And now you know why I love Mondays.
Friday, November 24, 2006
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Sounds lovely...what I shame I am not on campus on Mondays. You know there is another christian group, womans group that meets on campus but I think it meets Tues. I haven't been able to go yet but one day I hope to get my schedule arranged so that I can. I would love to get involved in some kind of Bible study either on or off campus but I am hardly on campus so that makes it a bit tough. I hope you all keep it up and when I go up those stairs for my chem class I'll say a prayer for your continued sucess as you meet.
Amen. I didn't have anything like that when I was there. But now, I like Mondays simply because I'm not as worn out at work as I am before the weekend. Nothing like a day at work with few if any sore muscles and drooping eyes.
You must mean Mandy Holden...she goes to our church and she told me about just such a group.
That's awesome.
You're right Mark--Mondays should be good days anyway. Newly refreshed after having met with God on Sunday, we should have the patience and zeal of the saints that we are!
Mandy is my cousin and very good friend. :) So fun you have the privilege of getting to know her too. :)
So how much snow do you guys have?
Enough so that Whatcom has been closed all week, and I haven't been out of the house since Saturday night. Its not the snow really that's the problem--its the wind, and the extreme cold temperatures. Other than feeling a bit like a hermit, its not too bad really! :)
How much do you have?
HEY! I'm so happy you've found this...little "solace space" at Whatcom.
We have snow, too. Yesterday it went from 72 to 32 degress, w/rain, sleet, ice and then snow overnight. We should get together some time. Virtually, that is.
Monday prayer group is an excelent way to start our week. I love Mondays too! I also love our little nook under the stairs. :)
My dear Rebekah, it has been awhile since I have visited your blog. Your Monday prayer group sounds wonderful. Do you not have any classes on Mondays or??
I miss you..
Its been over a month since you last posted.
I know--pray forgive me. I shall return promptly.
And yet... no posts... she must be such a busy girl...
Lol...I've seen this post so many times now, I know I shall never forget that you love Mondays!! :)
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