Tell us a bit about yourself
Hi! My name is Guershom. I am an incoming Masters student who is passionate about international students, stories, God at work and many many other random things.
What is a favourite moment or memory of your summer so far?
This summer I had the pleasure of attending one of my best friends’ wedding. It was such a pleasant experience seeing two close friends I’ve known since undergrad go through all the shenanigans of wedding planning, then eventually saying I do to each other surrounded by friends and family. So cute!!
How has being a Christian impacted the way you made plans this summer?
This summer I chose to quit my job early with the hopes of pursuing a short term mission trip in South East Asia. I was excited to see how God is moving in a part of the world I really care about and dream of ways in which I can partner with that.
Were there any new (good or hard) experiences for you recently? Did these help or hinder the ways you engaged in missions?
Unfortunately, after a lot of hard work, prayer and sacrifice together with the support of friends and family I was unable to go for my Missions trip. I felt like I had sacrificed so much for the trip, and initially could not understand why things didn’t work out. In the end I was reminded of God’s faithfulness and encouraged by His word that though my plans may be many and elaborate, ultimately it's His will that will prevail.
What are you hopeful for moving forward?
I will be starting a new chapter this September meeting new people and pursuing a new degree in a new place. I am curiously excited to see how God will connect me with people both near and far from Him, and how He will grow in me the experiential capacity to love His people the way He does. The future is bright!
