Working 8 to 5. That's a new thing for this guy. I've never had a job like this...I've always had flexible hours, where I could really make my own hours each day. You know what the worst part is? I am ALWAYS hungry. No joke.
It has been a good week. I've used lots of nonviolent communication. Lots of "I feel" statements. Lots of "what I hear you saying is __________...is that right?" reflective statements.
I'll be on three different floors two post-partum floors, one telemetry floor. Though I am intimidated by the work still, I also feel really peaceful about it, and know that God has equipped me with gifts for this ministry...I just need to DO it. So, Friday is the first day I'll be with patients on the floors. I'll let you know how it goes.
Your prayers, as always, are appreciated.
I start my CPE on Monday. I am excited to hear how yours goes and whether our experiences are similar.
Blessings to you as you begin your new ministry!
Posted by: JennySmith | June 09, 2006 at 12:50 PM
You are doing something I have deeply desired to be doing in my life. And I know you will do it well; you have the face for it, for one thing. Your face exudes genuine compassion, which is what the patients most need - a listening ear and a caring heart. You're perfect for this, friend...I'm excited to hear how it's going. It will become easier as you practice seeing each person through the eyes of Christ.
Posted by: Denise | June 09, 2006 at 03:29 PM
Josh,
You are going to do great! God has called you to CPE, and I hope that this experience will deepen and strengthen your sense of call. I am doing CPE at Brooke Army Medical Center, and it is going to be very challenging. This is one of the main places that cares for solders who have been wounded in Iraq, and I know that I am going to be stretched and challenged in ways that I cannot even imagine.
Posted by: Joshua Mikelson | June 10, 2006 at 02:39 PM