See you Later, London!

My last day in London. Sigh! I actually hate to leave as I am just now getting confident in the transporation and it is a beautiful, sunny day!

After the British library, I got packed up as much as I can. The hotel did a little bit of laundry for me. I went next door to the Portman Pub, happily right next to my hotel. I ate here many times during the last week and know all the staff by name and they know me. It kind of feels that that TV show Cheers! When I walk in they say “Hi Jenny, we have your table for you!” 

Such lovely people, Elisha, Stephan and Erin! They made me feel totally welcome. I see why pubs are the English hangouts: all ages, great company, good food, and something for everyone.

Now to ready for tonight’s VERY Late BSF meeings! This is Sharing Day and I won’t miss it for anything. The fellowship of my OLM (leader group) and my ODG (discussion group) is so important to me. For some of us we have journeyed life together for many years, albeit virtually, it is a bond I’ll never forget.

At the end of my own ODG at 1am, I told the ladies I will not be returning as their leader next year as the Lord has called me to be an AOT (online assistant trainer). They were so kind to pray for me and many followed up with personal messages about how much they will miss me and have appreciated my leadership. This is music to my ears, yet it is not me, it is the Holy Spirit who leads. They were all glad to welcome Rhonda as their new group leader next year. Everyone loves Rhonda! Rhonda’s calling to this group when her new job schedule interfered with her old group, well that is another example of the Lord’s hand at work. We didn’t know but He knew that later in the year I would be called to another service, and Rhonda will be there trained and ready to be the group leader. God is so good!



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