Writing
A reflection on my master’s program
In early March, I was privileged to talk with prospective students considering Messiah’s Graduate Program in Higher Education. I adapted my speech to share with you!
Two years ago, I found myself at a recruitment weekend, but I had absolutely no idea why I was pursuing a degree in higher ed. In fact, I barely knew what the field was. I just really wanted a certain graduate assistantship, and I felt like God was calling me to consider this path, so I obeyed.
Fear No More
God has been calling me to a deeper level of intimacy and bolder expression of my trust in Him. I recently heard this quote: “Instead of waiting for fear to subside I have made it my friend.” WOW. The imposter syndrome is roaring inside me, so I turn daily to God, asking for His empowerment and provision. He constantly reminds me that I am exactly where I’m meant to be, doing what I’m meant to do. So…I did a thing.
4 Things I Learned When “Downgrading” My Career
I am an associate at Hobby Lobby.
We spent $120K to cover four years of education in Neuroscience and Mathematics, and I left a prestigious job in research to become a custom framer at a craft store.
If you’re sitting here, scratching your head and wondering what would compel me to do such a thing, you’re not alone.
“fake it ‘til you become it”: BRAVE
What do you think of when someone mentions brave people?
Firefighters?
A knight in shining armor?
Yourself??
Lately I’ve been realizing that we don’t have to wear a uniform to be brave. There are plenty of daily tasks that we each face that require bravery. Recently, I have begun to see just how much fear is in my life.
I’ll admit it: I am scared of everything.
Understanding Jesus
Okay, I know that sounds a bit far fetched. But, my faith has flourished over the last four years. Coming to college really forced me to step outside my comfort zone and adopt my own faith rather than clinging to that of my parents. About a year ago, as I was going through my headache battle, I realized that with each trial I walk through, I learn a little bit more about God and myself as framed by the fruits of the Spirit. So let’s take a look!
Understanding Relationships
Relationships. They’re crucial to humanity. Relationships bring us some of the greatest joys in life. How wonderful to be able to share in successes, triumphs, and glee! But then again, relationships can also cause of some of the deepest pains in life. Confusion, heartache, and stressful rumination leave us feeling lost and discouraged.
Looking Backwards: 2015-2011
Spring 2015 has been a time of reflection, and lots of it! As I conclude my undergraduate time at Messiah and prepare for life beyond, I have spent many hours pondering the last four years of my life. I can’t say that I imagined myself being in my present position.
Children’s Bible Fellowship of New York
This spring break I was privileged to spend four days serving with Children’s Bible Fellowship of New York. This is a wonderful ministry that seeks to spread Jesus’ love to everyone. Over our four days there, we got to experience a little bit of everything CBF does.
That time I pretended to be an art major
Over the last three weeks I embarked on my own journey of art: Paper Processes. In this J-term course, I learned all about making paper by hand, creating a book from it, and making a mural. That’s right. With my group, we picked a 17th century still life painting to recreate in a 4’x8′ size…entirely out of paper. In a week. Talk about intense! Here is what I learned during my one-month life as an art major.