We work hard at the tasks we choose to do or the ones assigned to us by Pop or Danny. We usually work in pairs, although there are times we gather as a larger group to conquer a larger task. At times we work alone and need to be alone. Some days we walk away from the "job" and just enjoy the beautiful scenery or the attractions of the area. There is always someone willing to drive us where we need to go, to offer a hand or suggestion and there is a community here which will soon undergo some changes. Yet in it all, there is a peace in this place.
We've been here at The Great Passion Play for three weeks and the volunteer group has stayed the same. Last night we had a "farewell" dinner for Ray and Janetta who will head out on Wednesday for family in Kansas and Colorado and a work-camping opportunity in Nevada. Ray has been a tremendous asset as a vehicle mechanic and it will be hard to fill his spot. Over the next week or so, others will be leaving; Jerry and Renee, Loren and Dianne. All have specific skills, plumbing, equipment operator, working with the animals, landscaping, food service. Our ranks will thin while the performance schedule increases and the tasks to be performed will grow. We trust God to bring to His harvest those needed for the tasks to be done. We are in the "entertainment business" and as such we are always visiting with people, ministering to their needs, praying for situations they reveal to us and trying to be God's messenger to a hurting world. Yet, in all the activity and chores to be done, there is a peace in this place which somehow drew us here three weeks ago and has a hold on us beyond the many other stops we have had on our ministry journey.
We have no idea what God has set on our plate for today. We have given Him our time and our willingness to step out in faith. We don't have the skills of many of our co-volunteers, or the unlimited resources to "retire in style", but we are willing to learn new skills, step into new experiences and press on as long as God calls us to wherever and whatever He calls us. We are content with what God provides each day and His grace is more than sufficient. He has met every need, blessing us in so many ways. We face today with the assurance of God's love and care for us, the hope we cling to and the Peace in this Place. One day at a time, sweet Jesus. Thank You, Lord.
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