My thoughts (Dan)

I think that our house had a good community. It was a little divided, but I don't think that is inherently a bad thing. What I think we all have to remember is that we as individuals are different and are looking for different things to help us grow as Christians. While we didn't do some things that I wish we would have (things like a more scheduled bible study, etc.) I feel that we as a house were led by the Holy Spirit, and therefore are where we need to be as a house.

Going into this internship, I didn't know what to expect. This was my first step out of my parents house, and my first step into my lifelong ministry. I think that not having any serious expectations has helped me see the growth and the change that has happened in all of my housemates.

All of my housemates have their own reasons for being a part of this summer internship. I respect and admire each one of those reasons. The reasons range from aspirations of ordained ministry to the need for a summer job. I believe that we have been brought together to teach each-other and to be taught. I have learned a lot from my friends this summer and I expect to be continually taught by the people in my life.

I cannot say that living in this house has been without its bumps, but I can say that it has been very beneficial. First, I have been able to meet 5 amazing people, and start relationships with them as well. Second, This experience has taught me to be accepting of people where they are and not where I think they should be.