Hello everyone! I made it to Gainesville, Georgia!! After checking in, we (my squad and I) got time to meet and share our stories with each other and get to know each other a little bit before we dove into all the different activities, training, worship, etc. planned over the next couple of days. I have an awesome squad that all love the Lord and a tremendous squad leader who is majoring in biblical studies right now so she knows her stuff!! Today was about intimacy with the Lord, tomorrow is about community, then Friday is the preparation and training in how to go door to door and evangelize to others in South Africa! I’m nervous but excited because I know I can lean on God for all the help I’ll need!
I just had chicken pasta, salad, and bread pudding for dessert and have 30 min of “chill/relax“ time until another team bonding activity! Again, I’m more pleased and happy than I could ever have hoped for. This is right where I am supposed to be. The community of people I am around, God, and the mentors that I’ve talked to over these past 2 days have shown me that these 2 months are going to change my life!! I can’t wait!!
Prayer Requests:
Safe travels for our flight on Friday
That we all pass our Covid tests before our flights
I’m so excited for you, Ben. Can’t wait to hear more and more and more!
With love, Julie
This is RIGHT where you’re suppose to be!!! Love you +1 – Mom
Thanks for sharing your thoughts & adventure with us. We’re looking forward to all your updates. Here’s hoping all continues to go well for you & your group. We love you & miss you. Mimi
Happy you’re happy Benjo! McVeans are rooting for you and your awesome journey! You will make a difference! Love you!!!!
Very happy for you Ben! Also proud of your courage and determination. (Bread pudding? For real. I didn’t see a spot for 55yr old gap year guys, but I’d like to sign up to participate in dessert time if possible)
Ben, we are so happy to hear this. Praying for your safe travels and God’s work through you.
Love, Nannie and Grandpa
Excited to follow your journey and see what happens. Proud of you for getting out of your comfort zone. You’ve got this!
We are looking forward to reading all about your journey. We are so happy and proud of you. Praying for safe travels for you and your squad.