The last few weeks have been characterized by conversations, studying (midterms), and thinking.

listening to and gaining a better understanding of intercultural differences and conflicts, examining 'Christian' culture and hypocrisy - so many of us wear masks. thinking about community, is it based around a common self-righteousness or common brokenness?
Learning to combat depression by not to carrying my own burdens alone or other's for that matter. It is depressing if we focus on the problems alone and our inability to do anything about them instead of first giving them up to God, Phil 4:5-7 and sharing them with others. It's surprising how we all share so many of the same struggles but dont know until we talk. seeing how community and relationships are key, that's how we're wired. being reminded of basic truths: we need love, God's love, and in turn to share that love with those hurting around us. this is beautiful, fulfilling, and disturbs the natural empty ways of doing life ourselves.
Christianity is not for the pristine, stainless, self-righteous, but addresses the dirt, tears and problems of reality. it's for sick people (mark 2:17). It's an upsidedown kingdom - when we're weak we're strong, through Christ (2 cor 12:9),
Scandalous Grace. Genuine Joy. Hope and Love that lasts, transformation from the inside-out.