Many of you have asked me why I have chosen to take a year off before entering college and my answer has gone through many evolutions. At times, I am taking this year off in order to rest up before jumping into the academic rigor of college. At times, this year is my opportunity to learn about another culture first hand and, in doing so, learn about myself. But, to be completely honest, those answers are secondary to my main purpose. So here it is, the reason for my year of service…
SERVICE, of course!!! Over the course of the next year, I am committing myself to a life of service. In my opinion, selfless service to others is one of the most important elements of this life. I believe that each person is a reflection of God, and that when one serves a fellow human being, that person is truly serving God. We all give service in different ways and this year is my way.
So, the answer to your question is service. The point of this year is service.
Chelsea,
Thank you for letting us in on your journey! I look forward to reading your dispatches. I should take a lesson from you as I fear I have lost too many memorable moments by not recording them somehow. I am in Bethlehem, West Bank in the computer lab at the Internatioanl Center or Bethlehem where I will attend a conference this week that is devoted to bringing people of all faiths into dialogue on how best to reconcile faith, governance and respect for human rights…cool!
Love you,
Aunt Karin
Chelsea, I think what you’re doing is incredibly amazing and admirable and I wish there were more people like you. You are absolutely a beautiful reflection of God and I wish you a safe, fulfilling and rich service year, that i know it will be worth every second. Thanks for doing what youre doing and be safe!
PS.Bishop’s Singers is not the same without you seniors!