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<\/a><\/p>\nWould it be possible to have an effective community of believers without people who labor doing all the actual work? \u00a0I often feel a tad guilty because I get to do all the fun stuff\u00a0like teaching and directing the choir while the rest of the crew is hauling luggage, moving boxes and \u00a0setting up tables for the refreshments.<\/p>\n
Too often, it is the behind-the-scenes pit crew who insure that every minute runs like clock-work. \u00a0When I’m part of the working crew, I find that I do my best work if I know that my efforts are appreciated. \u00a0Thank you’s \u00a0and sincere compliments make for happy and long term relationships with the people who serve behind the scenes. \u00a0While these folks almost never want to be on stage taking a bow, they must know that you appreciate them.<\/p>\n
At Special Gathering, we are especially blessed. \u00a0We get to work with dedicated and extremely competent people who love the Lord and the people we serve.<\/p>\n
Who is someone you are thankful for today? \u00a0What are the tasks they perform?<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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<\/a>During our recent retreat, Ferne Brandt, who is the program director for the Walterboro Special Gathering, transported and supervised her choir members. \u00a0She prepared meals and cleaned up a multitude of messes. \u00a0 Tarah Risher who is the assistant choir director in South Carolina sat through the entire rehearsal time. \u00a0She video recorded every minute and provided support for me. \u00a0Lindsey Craddock was the baby sitter for the children who came with their parents. \u00a0Additionally, Pam and David Gillespie were van drivers and all-around, able crew. \u00a0Joanne Semenuck also drove her truck filled with our sleeping bags and luggage. \u00a0She helped with refreshments.<\/p>\n