Conventions include a lot of walking from room to room; building to building. It seems like convention participants are always on a journey. This one is no different. But I've noticed today that our young people seem to be walking a little taller, despite the fact that they're trying to process all this convention has to offer. They're more sure of themselves. They're asking great questions and attending hearings on their own. They've made a few new friends and are getting to know the adults from our diocese on a more personal level.
I've been most impressed by their desire to truly grasp what's going on here. It would be wonderful if every future deputy had a chance to attend as a observer first. (I understand that's impossible, but a girl can dream...)
I'm also in awe of Caroline & Gibson, our teen deputies. They have the perfect blend of confidence, humility, competence, curiosity, passion and tolerance. They're not only phenomenal role models for our young people; they're great role models PERIOD!! I am so blessed to have been part of their Christian formation and that God for the privilege of watching them lead like this in person. I'm amazed I haven't cried yet.
More to come. As long as God's in charge there's always more to come... 
Yours in Christ,
Kai
