What's Next?.....I'm Glad You Asked!

It has been awhile since I have used this blog, so welcome back!

First I would like to thank everyone who has ever encouraged me, taught me, coached me, disciplined me, or guided me. I cannot tell you enough how grateful I am for you all being in my life, helping me to where I am today. Life is meant to be lived together and we are much stronger as a community than individuals, so thank you for being a part of mine!

This fall I finished my university degree at Dalhousie University after returning from Scotland in May and completing my final courses this past summer. I have officially achieved a Bachelor of Science, double major in Earth Science and Marine Biology (rocks and fish). My time at university was life changing and I have learned so much about the world around me and how to use and enjoy all God has created!

 

7 October 2014, Dalhousie University, Halifax, NS

I am excited to tell you all that I have been accepted to work with Power to Change - Students on a one year internship! I was involved with P2C at Dalhousie and was challenged to deepen my faith. This changed my perspective on faith and allowed me to see the world in a new way: the world is full of people who need Jesus.

Starting in January I will be on university campuses joining a small team that will work with students to develop student led Christian ministries where there is a need for the life changing message of Jesus. Half of the year will be in Australia and the other in Canada, with potential to impact the lives of thousands of students from many different areas of study from all over the world.

But, this cannot be done unless I am able to find like-minded people who are eager to support me. For the next few months I will be working towards developing a sending team...people who are as excited about this as I am. I am asking people to join me in a variety of ways, ultimately to "journey with me" to Australia and back to Canada. Two main ways you can join me right now is with prayer and financial support, both are essential. If you, or someone you know, is interested please contact me (gillianbond.m@gmail.com; 902-277-1566) and I would be glad to tell you more.

Ps. I will make sure to use this blog as often as I can with updates!

Sing your heart out

Do you sing? Or play instruments? Music has always been a huge part of my life and still is today. I love playing and listening to music. There's just something about the rythm and the way it reaches your soul. This all multiplies when you go to a gig.....

Being surrounded by people who have the same heart attitude as you triggers something inside to dance, clap and sing, plus whetever else you do to make the most of it. Theres quite a difference in the gig's I went to. The bands were worshiping Jesus as Lord and Saviour, and asking us to join them!

Heres a message inspired by one of the bands:

Life is like a song. Who you chose to sing it to influences everything you do. 

Your song isnt finished .... you have the opportunity to sing the unimaginable, starting right now!

Dream big and go for it. Challenge yourself and take risks. Try something new, and give it your all.  

But, remember who you sing your song to....is it for others, yourself, or for God? 

In the Great Outdoors, Free From Distractions

Whether rainy or sunny, a day can be brightened by stepping into the great outdoors. There's something about wind-blown fresh air, songbirds singing, and beams of heat from the sun that soothes the soul. Last weekend I did just that, enjoying all of creation without the distractions of busy schedules, technology, and to-do lists. 

The group of people I shared this time with are part of the Destiny Church network, mostly all students or young adults. Our activities spanned from life lessons and hill walking to worship and quiet times. We simply spent time together, enjoying all we have been blessed with and being challenged to dig deeper into God and life. 

Life is not meant to be easy. It never was and never will be. Our only hope to find joy during our time on earth is to seek lasting friendships with each other and a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. In this comes fulfillment and purpose, ultimately joy! 

I was blessed to spend time with some amazing people growing deeper in faith and understanding of what it means to live life as God intended for us, both individually and together as the body of Christ.