Tuesday, December 6, 2011
update...update December update
Wednesday, August 3, 2011
My Journey Home
Tuesday, July 12, 2011
Sunday, June 26, 2011
Made it through the Year End show....Now for mine...
Friday, June 10, 2011
Wednesday, June 1, 2011
It's JUNE..........
It appears to be raining white snow again but this time it is from the dandelions they only blossom for a short time before they turn to white puff balls as I like to call them...ha ha
Thursday, May 19, 2011
May May May.....
This has been the week of blessings and it's not even my birthday yet. I received a free pass to take some dance classes I've been interested in for the next 8 weeks at another studio here in town.
Tuesday, May 10, 2011
It's May...one of my favorite months
May is here and rolling by for me. The hours left for my kids to rehears are closing in on me and giving me nerves. But I just gotta accept the fact all I can do is all I can do. The sun is finally shining most of the time up here and we’re pushing for 70 degrees…come on spring I know you can come. I see flowers everywhere..but there’s still a chill in the air.
I participated in the Church clean up this past Saturday and ended with a BBQ. Despite the lack of sociality I must give the Church credit for knowing how to honor & show appreciation and value for their volunteers in all areas (ministry leaders, volunteers, kid workers, etc.). Something I think many churches should easily adopt. Who knows maybe it would spark more people to be active members in the church…ha ha.
There appears to be major shifts going on in many peoples’ lives filled with lots of uncertainty ahead. Which for me has been comforting that I’m not alone in this but also brings excitement and awe of what is God going to do next! So for those who feel alone, don’t b/c many people are in a transition/shift right now stand strong in faith knowing God works all things together for good.
So apparently in Canada Cinco De Mayo is not celebrated….so I’m going to try and create some kind of Mexican Festival up here at the house. We’ll see how it turns out.
Please keep me in your prayers as I continue to invest into these women’s lives every week. God is really stirring in them to position them, I believe for the Greater things He has called them & created them to do. Every week the testimonies are just so amazing & encouraging!
My journey has been a roller coaster as some of you may know and I had somehow injured my knee and was unable to fully participate in learning the choreography for the Production the past month or so. But thank God my knee has been healing and things are looking optimistic. Please pray with me for an extra download of supernatural skill to dance as well as the other gals in the production (who have been dancing their WHOLE Lives).
For everyone that keeps asking me when will I be returning to California. Mark it on your calendar sometime mid August.
I have a few months left and have appreciated all those who have supported me thus far. Funding has gotten pretty slim this month so any support you can give is greatly appreciated.
Blessings to you all J
Donations can be made to Safe Harbor Church
Thursday, April 28, 2011
April
April has come to a close....I can't believe it's been 4 months....and what a STRETCHING experience it has been. Wow God has definitely refined me in more areas than I knew I needed, sharpening my character. There's finally green on the ground which is a sign of growth and life again....similar to that which I'm feeling now.
I’ve also recently learned about living our lives as a catalyst to others. Someone who comes into the mix and is able to add an element to another person/groups life enabling them to launch that person towards their destiny – drawing out the gifting, dreams, etc. in that person. But the vital key to get them there is by seeing & TREATING that person as God does. Seeing them for their potential not who they are in their current state . Jesus demonstrated love & grace and empowered those around him not treated them based off their works or sins. Look at Paul, Peter & Judas' lives and yet they were in relationship with Jesus. When will the church body awaken to this. If this peaks your interest go to itunes and download FREE Kris Vallotton – “Living Synergistically” (or go to his website http://www.kvministries.com/ ).
Wednesday, April 13, 2011
This past month has been a challenging one for me, one I almost didn't want to come through but I made it and God is GOOD. Really pushing in & letting go of "me" so as to release unconditional love to EVERYONE around me. Daily choosing to not allow circumstances to affect me but looking for ways that I can impact the circumstances. It's true perseverance & endurance do produce character and I'm soooo working on producing a good one with the Help of my Lord & savior Jesus Christ.
on a lighter note I saw my 1st heard/pack of deer on the mountain side. SO NEAT!!! Oh & I'm super excited for my little dancers they're going to perform in June at the year end show. This teaching experience has been Challenging but fun with lots of learning experiences. As well as being a student all over again taking ballet, Zumba and learning choreography for the year end show. (which will be touring the month of July - gonna be so GOOD).
To close here are some thoughts and random facts.
Thoughts/Facts
- Seems like theres a good chunk of people up here with vision and the drive to see it fulfilled. Seeing people living in trailers while they build their dream home – wow that’s some hard workers not afraid to make sacrifices.
- Canada one of the countries with few church goers. They think life is good as long as I don’t hurt anyone – life is good why do we need church.
- Canadians love shopping in the states!!! Better stores and better prices.
- It’s freakin’ expensive to live up here.
- Tim Horton's has AMAZING DONUTS!!!! (it's the blue collar starbucks)
- The Mexican food isle in the grocery store is about as long as me…. And they don’t even sell enchilada sauce....how am I gonna make mexican food :(
- Lakes – they got lots of them and so BEAUTIFUL!!!!
- Gas is sold in Liters
- Milk comes in skim, 1%, 2%, 3% (what???)and 4% and has a whiter coloring to it than US'
- Cheese comes in a LONG skinny brick like shape for purchase
- Household trash cans tend to be the size of a office or bathroom trashcan.
- Nanaimo bars so delicious – an original Canadian treat but some say they like my homemade ones more than those sold in the store.
- Driving across town my ear pressure changes 3x due to the varied elevations
- I'm on the same time zone as California
Friday, March 18, 2011
March...March....March.....
It's march and the snow is melting...PRAISE GOD, I can see sidewalks and the mountains well.....they're looking browner and browner everyday. It got up to the 50's this week but still very chilly at night. I was reminded again of what a small town I live in...almost everything closes at 7pm except Walmart...Lord help me.
Thursday, February 24, 2011
The Life in Kamloops
In addition to dancing I've had the opportunity to meet with a group of ladies who have a passion to see Kamloops transformed by the Kingdom of God. We meet weekly & they're all from differ churches. The stories of how God orchestrated all of us together...is such a testimony itself. The Lord is really using me to encourage, equip & empower them into their destiny's to lead transformation in their community. I'm so excited to see all that God is gonna do in these womans lives and the Kamloops community. God is on the move.
It reminds me of how God has so much more in store for us than we imagine or plan. And here we thought I'm here just for dance. God knew that'd be a fish hook but weekly I'm discovering greater purpose to my being here in Canada. In addition daily the Lord is refining more of my character, teaching me new things, developing my unconditional love for others, revealing more of the current state of the church & how He's going to use me and strengthening my trust in Him and Him alone.
Thank you all who have supported me You're an answer to prayer! May you be blessed for partnering with me in the Kingdom of God. I'm still in need of monthly supporters. Again all donations can be sent to:
Safe Harbor church
Blessings,
Saturday, February 12, 2011
A February update....
Saturday, February 5, 2011
It's February and we're off and going....
Tuesday, January 25, 2011
January is coming to an end
Safe Harbor Church
PO Box 1214
Tustin, Ca 92781
Standing in Faith for this Year's Promises to be fulfilled,
Jennie
Tuesday, January 18, 2011
The Process....
Friday, January 14, 2011
1st week in Kamloops, Canada
I’ve survived my 1st week in Canada. It’s snowed on & off but I’ve been able to take a few walks amongst the Snowy hills. What a view of Kamloops just walking the snow covered hilly neighborhood ( and a work out might I add). It reminds me a bit of the Himalayas in India but not quite as large I’m sure. It’s super cold but most buildings are kept very warm. I ate perogies the other night with Heather’s 4 kids- kind of like a post sticker or ravioli but with potatoe & cheese inside or more like gnocchi shall I say. Purchased some groceries yesterday for the first time .That was an experience using Canadian money & paying Canadian prices – 4 avocados are $5 L. It’s like being in America but not…things are way more expensive but the accents are fun!! I’d say I’m getting settled in and knowing the area – but so miss the beach.
I taught my 1st dance class this past week – ballet & Jazz for age groups 3-5 & 6-9. I had soooo much fun I can’t wait for next week! We’ll start working on the choreography for Heather’s dance production in the next week too. In addition to dancing, I will be working closely with Heather using my administrative gifts to implement a strategic plan that will lay a foundation for her new dance studio. She’s in the midst of transition being the new owner and broadening the vision. I definitely have my work cut out for me, but see this as a great training opportunity for growth & experience in the work I’ll be doing with churches (strategic planning that enables the church body to walk out there destiny – personally & corporately). It’s so awesome to see how the Lord has strategically placed me, allowing me to experience my heart’s desire in dance & at the same time provided training ground for my future work in ministry. My finances haven’t fully come in yet, but I’m trusting God for provision. For anyone who’d like to partner with me in this training experience that is essential to the future of church mobilbizing for the advancement of the kingdom of God please contact me : jenniembryant@gmail.com or send donations to Safe Harbor.
You’re prayers & Support mean a great deal to me and I appreciate everyone of you!
Blessings,
Jennie
Donations Payable to:
Safe Harbor Church
PO Box 1214
Tustin, Ca 92781
Friday, January 7, 2011
Canada I'm Here!!!!
10 home stays later, 1,200 miles and 1hr at the border in customs I have finally arrived in Kamloops, BC Canada. Looking out the window I feel as if I’m in a Christmas Card portrait, everything is covered in snow it all feels so serial. I’ve moved from sharing a room with 20 girls in Nashville, TN to sharing a small room with a 20 yr. old Ballerina( and we’re talking prima ballerina). Heather literally just moved into a new home so we’re all settling in together. Did I mention I get to live with 4 adorable kids – 4,5,8 & 9. Thursday Heather drove us out to Cache Creek (about 1hr. outside of town) one of the places where we will be teaching dance . We did a small presentation at the schools to recruit kids for the new & 1st dance program offered. I’m so excited to be a part of teaching these kids dance, it’s gonna be so much fun! My administrative skills will also be put greatly to use while out here. So much to learn and do while here but I am excited. I’m missing California – beaches, weather & food but God is definitely up to something by having me work way out here in Canada with Heather Clark. Details to come on the dance production……pray for me in clarity in teaching, communicating, the ability to learn and absorb all that I came here for and to boldly release all that God has put in me for those around me.
I'm still trusting the Lord for my $5,000 to sustain my stay here. If you'd like to financially support me please send all donations to:
Safe Harbor Church
PO Box 1214
Tustin, Ca 92781
Blessings,
Jennie
P.S. I cannot text or phone while here so please email or skype :)
Monday, January 3, 2011
Here I Go............
Safe Harbor Church
PO Box 1214
Tustin, Ca 92781