iCommit

We had our first Community Night last night. It wasn't exactly complete, since Julie is not here with us, yet. But we had one, none the less. Community is once a week, when all four of us will come together and have dinner, then do some reflection or some kind of activity together. It could be prayerful, it could be fun, it could be relaxing...Last night Clarissa cooked some delicous Mexican-style pasta, I cleaned up afterwards, and Vitina prepared reflection. After some tea and discussion on where we are at with our faith, she encouraged us to write or journal a personal commitment for what we wanted to commit to this year. It was to be our own words, in whatever form we felt led..a prayer, a poem, brainstorming words or ideas, etc. I want to share with you what I came up with.

"iCommit"

iCommit...to be open to God's plan for me and go where I am sent.

iCommit...to put myself last at the necessary times.

iCommit...to see everyone I meet through God's eyes, and work on unconditional love.

iCommit...to let go of any preconceived notions, fears, or doubts I have about this year and be open to what is ahead with new eyes.

iCommit...to serve others with an open mind, open heart and open arms.

iCommit...to sacrifice for the betterment of others.

iCommit... to be willing to step out of my comfort zone and enter into "unfamiliar territory".

iCommit...to pray for those I meet, my community, and the entire HM Volunteer community.

iCommit...to be aware of and attentive to my own needs, so that I am a better, more fully present asset to the community.

iCommit...to be open and honest with my community and trust them with my thoughts and opinions, my struggles and my joys.

iCommit...to give God the time to break and rebuild my heart.

iCommit...to respect everyone I meet and appreciate our unique differences.

iCommit...to live simply, love deeply, and serve fully throughout this next year and my entire life.

iCommit.