What's wrong at LTSS?

Its a long story but God called me to LTSS (Lutheran Theological Southern Seminary) in Columbia SC. I don't know why he sent me here because I had no interest in going south but yet here I am. I am here with people from all over who have been called by God for whatever reason.

So I'm curious. I sit in class with my fellow Lutheran Seminarians but I might be sitting between a Baptist and a Methodist. But it's a Lutheran Seminary. I consider a wonderful woman I talk with frequently a friend. She happens to be an Episcopalian. But it's a Lutheran Seminary. I've encountered Catholics. But it's a Lutheran Seminary. What's wrong at LTSS?????

We inducted our new Dean of Academic Affairs last night as part of our weekly Eucharist gathering. She happens to be a Baptist. What's wrong at LTSS?

I guess the real question would be....what's wrong elsewhere? I'm learning beside and being taught by people of different denominations. Our goal is the same. To learn about God and our faith. We may have different worship styles but it all comes from the same understanding. It's wonderful to discuss our own faith and understanding with others. It's a non threatening (for me anyway) discussion about why/how we all differ.

So, I ask again. What's wrong at LTSS? In regards to this issue, absolutely nothing.

I will follow,

Greg

Take some time off and listen to God

Make sure you take some time off.

Judy and I took last week off. It was our first chance to stop and reflect on what we have been through since I made this decision. Since January we seem to have been going 100 miles an hour (see previous posts) and last week we just slowed down to about 10 mph. It was refreshing to get up when you wanted, go to bed when you wanted and to kind of put the apartment a little more in order. We took some time to look around the eastern part of South Carolina and spent some time talking with our neighbors. It was very much the southern pace...slow and freindly.

So, I also got a chance to reflect on my call a little more. There is, and never has been, doubt about this path. With all the turmoil, this is my foundation. It is always calming. God is with me in this path. I have told him I will listen and follow but the practical side of me wants to know. I think the path may be moving but I'm being told to stay the course and wait. I can only encourage all of you, who may read this, to do the same. Listen to the call from God that will place you where you belong. In a previous blog I mentioned that I did not want to come to LTSS but here I am. I am more comfortable here than anywhere else I have ever lived. I am looking forward to my next steps.......

Take some time off. Listen to God.

I will follow!

Greg