First XA of Fall 2005

Well last night was the first Chi Alpha worship service of the year, and it was good! It was great to see so many people back from summer break, though I missed those who have moved on. Scott mentioned how each of his college years was completely different than the others. I don't know if it is quite the same for me, but there are certainly big changes each year.

We are back on the sound system this year for the music, and I really like it. I dusted off the old electric guitar, and got to lug in the amp and play. The acoustic stuff last year was good, but I enjoy playing amplified more. Also, my prayers about getting a djembe were answered! Patrick showed up and played, and he said even though he usually won't be able to make it, he would leave the djembe at the guys' house so we can use it. It's such a sweet sound.

Afterwards, we got together over at Denny's. About thirty of us. I think we kind of took them by surprise. I had fun making some terrible sketches of people. I'm not an art major.

All and all, it's not the technicalities of the music that makeup worship. It's God showing up when we earnestly call to him; it's us submitting to him. Last night was a great time of worship and fellowship. I'm excited to see what God will do this year at the UM, and to be a small part of it. My prayer is, "Use me, God!"