19.3.2009

Hej! Hur mår du?
Both Patrick and I seem to be settling in to this place that is before us. There are still many unknowns as to what our job descriptions are, but in due time we will get a stronger grasp on what they are. I can say with surety, that with each day that has passed so far, my competency for my position has increased dramatically.
We have now been in Sweden for a week, a crazy fast transition into where i am. I can say that as of Tuesday, i feel that any jet lag that had been clinging to me, lost its grip. I am enjoying the Torchbearer atmosphere so far. It has been an interesting transition as i am now present in the midst of established friendships, but the students and staff have been more than welcoming and i am looking forward to getting to know them as Spring Term rolls around.
I had the chance to hang out with the Program Staff this past Monday. We went a little North of Holsby, not really sure where, but we were in what i would consider the countryside of Småland. We visited an old Viking marking stone that dated back to the ninth century, had the opportunity to walk on two frozen lakes, share an abbreviated version of our stories in a few centuries old church, eat a "Swedish" meal together, and talk and pray over the Adventure Program. It was a pivotal day in respects to team unity and acceptance with those who i will be serving with.
The interns for the Spring Adventure Program will be arriving in just over 2 weeks. I am stoked to get to know them and capitalize on experience and be a tool for the Lord to change lives. The intern team will consist of 5 interns, all girls, and there is a chance at having another intern who turns out to be another girl. Should be fun. Until they arrive, both Patrick and I are going to be "on our own", as our boss will be out on a Discovery trip with some students, and will be preparing for the coming season and the upcoming training for the Spring interns. I feel that this time has the potential of allowing a sense of settling into the coming months and would love prayer over the next two weeks for that.
Well, i need to get some rest for tomorrow will be a big day.
Thank you for your prayers.

Josh