This weekend was interesting, fulfilling, emotional and a blast- all at the same time. I am apart of a on campus Christian ministry at my community collage called InterVarsity. InterVarsity holds various conferences throughout the year. This last weekend was their annual Winter Conference. Winter Conference consists of three tracks: identity, leadership, and racial reconciliation. Depending on if this is the first, second or third year that you have gone usually depends on what track you are in. I went to Winter Conference two years ago, when I was only 17, just left high school early, and only in my 2nd semester of college. However, that experience, two years ago, changed my views of Jesus and the meaning of being a follower of Him. I'll never forget the deep impact that conference had on me as I looked into my identity and what it really means to call yourself a follower. That Jesus should be the center of every part of your life. I still reflect back on all the teachings I had in that conference whenever I am dealing with things in my life now. This year, however, I was in the leadership track. I have been co-leading a bible study on campus for about 2 years now, so it was great to have some God centered views and scripture concerning being a leader. I learned and reflected on a lot, on my own leadership style, and how I viewed it. We discussed the problems of viewing leadership has a job and obligation, rather than with gratitude and opportunity. I really felt God shift my heart into inaccurate feelings and views and above all refreshed my love of leading a bible study, and helped me only want to grow closer to Him through during so. Another point that stuck out to me as well, was looking at how God really doesn't need any of us or the things we try to give Him. However, he wants us, and all he asks for in return is thanksgiving, gratitude and glory. We are really a very fortunate people that God's heart is the way it is. He is the master that serves us! I am always amazed with the backwardness that is so often seen in scripture (which I'll probably do a post on later).
The people I went with I love, and enjoyed their company very much! Daniel also was able to come along which made the trip 3950832 times better! I enjoyed learning about God, praying together, and growing together with Jesus in the center!
Here is the outfit that I wore on the first day, including the ride to Bakersfield, CA.
February 19, 2010
My mom just bought me this shirt, and I do like it a lot! It was very comfy and stylish, plus purple is my favorite color!
Shirt: Kohls, gifted
Pants: L.e.i
Flats: target
Sweater: target, thrifted
Bag: Old Navy
Don't know what's up with my mouth or feet in this one...
February 20, 2010
I know, same pants, shoes, and bag as the day before. It was a weekend trip, and I though I'd try to pack light and re-use items.
However, I was thrilled to find this black Old Navy blazer that my local thrift store for only $4! What a score. It fits great, isn't faded, and was probably barely worn. I was happy to make it's first appearance while in Bakersfield while at Winter Conference!
Blazer: Old Navy, thrifted
Pants: l.e.i
Flats: target
Shirt: French Quarter in SLO
Bag: Old Navy
Bow Headband: Clair's
Necklace: Betsy Johnson, gifted
And yes, that is an ice cream cone.
This is kind of a to be continued post as I'm sure I'll post more photos of Bakersfield later!
Here's to hoping I stay updated!
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