Life in the Deep South

Okay, okay, okay Doug - here is the news. Of course I am loving Dunedin. I have pretty much hit the ground running. I have four staff to look after, as well as trainee social workers on placement from time to time. They are a great team - I can't speak highly enough of them. I enjoy that side of the appointment although there is much to learn regarding the management side of things. But the most exciting thing is the people contact I have and supporting people through crisis situations. Whether on the phone or in person I always offer to pray with people and they are always so appreciative of just that small act. What a privilege to be a part of.
Today I led a funeral for a 4 month old baby. A contact through our Court and Prison Worker. I was a part of a team of people like prisoners aid, prison fellowship and the undertaker who was a rock, even supplying some flowers from his own garden. Together in some way we were there to support a family in a very sad situation. As I said what a privilege and I very much sensed God's empowering presence as I was able to give assurance of their son's safety with Jesus and present the gospel.
I am also doing 5 hours a week at a rest home until Kay starts in February. I love the place though and may book in for my retirement as they have a lot of fun there - just joking for I plan to be raptured before then.
Anyway that is my life for now. Every day a new challenge.