Through the Waters is the blog of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) Christian vocation ministries. Because the ministry of Christian vocation affirms the need for all baptized Christians – including Presbyterians - to identify and claim their call to discipleship in each decision and life choice, this blog is designed to serve as a resource for youth and young adults, as well as those in ministry with them, to assist the Holy Spirit in God’s movement in this journey through the waters. Take some time to read and think about your own responses to the questions posed here. For additional resources, we suggest that you visit our website.
On the last day of the winter vacation from school, I took my children to see the movie “Rise of the Guardians.” I admit that I was partially trying to avoid more sibling in-fighting and the raised voices that seem to come toward the end of a lack-of-routine schedule. I envisioned a feel-good children’s movie during which I wouldn’t have to think. Besides the remarkable animation which still amazes me as a far cry from the Looney Tunes cartoons of my childhood, I actually thought a lot in that movie. There was, and still is, a great deal to reflect …