So I've decided to try a new venue for my blog. it's time for a make-over. kellylarson.wordpress.com is the more 'sophisticated' me(haha) that is still a work in progress.
Blogspot, you've been oh so good to me. that doesn't mean i'm trashing you all together, i just liked the look of the other one!
so click on the Title or "Link" below for my fresh new look.
Time spent w/ beautiful friends in Brugge, Belgium
Students from every tribe & nation!
Me, Siri Helene, & Cortney-Lovin' Norway!
sportin' the chinese pose. love you girls!
This year at CSM(College of Student Ministry) we were blessed to have our 1st Norwegian representation!! We had 2 friends join us, Siri Helene & Johnny. I'm so grateful they were able to participate and get more of an idea of what student ministry in Europe is to look like. It was a great time of prayer, creative worship, training and teaching. I felt I learned a lot and was greatly encouraged as we met with our fellow missionaries(our 2nd family) from Europe. It was inspiring and uplifting esp. as we knew we were headed back for another year of student ministry here in Trondheim, Norway. I'm filled with so much hope and excitement for what God is going to do this semester and this year!
A great colleague and friend, Joe Zickafoose, passed away Aug. 12th, after an 8 month battle with bone marrow cancer. Many of us on staff from Students for Christ-Europe were gathered for a meeting while at CSM when we got the news that Joe had passed away. The news was surreal, yet it was a blessed place to be because we were able to cry, pray & share memories of such a great man of faith and purpose. I thank God for having known Joe. Meeting him in Budapest, several years ago, our team felt a connection with him right away. His sense of humor left us with side aches from laughter and his ability to make you feel welcomed was truly a gift. We sat at his feet & learned much about life & ministry in such a short period of time. He unknowingly poured out wisdom that shaped those listening. For this, I am thankful!
I am encouraged by the life Joe led and am confident he left fingerprints on many people's hearts, including mine, by his love for the Lord and for people. He will be greatly missed, but I rejoice in knowing He is the hands of His Father in Heaven.
Chuck&Sally, Dan&Elisa, Dan&Sarah, & Nadia All came to join us in prayer for Norway!! I loved our time spent together! You're all such an encouragement!
So happy to see one of my bestest friends, Elisa! Reunited in Trondheim!
We had the privilege of meeting with several groups of people from different churches to pray and seek God together What a great time of community and FUN!!
One night after a prayer meeting....
WE SAW MOOSE!!!!!!!!!
One of my dreams for living in Norway came true that night, to see moose up close and personal. Boy were they close!! SO COOL!
My Wonderful 'Summer' Adventures Begin (the longest entry of photos EVER!!! haha)
Norway's Independence Day
17th of mai
Some friends wearing their traditional dress: a bunad
Jess's going away party :(
We love you and we'll miss you Jess!!
Welcome to the U.S.A!!
First Stop: Kansas City, Missouri
I finally got to meet Dan & Elisa's babe, Caleb They're great!
Amy was a trooper and drove all the way from Colorado to see me!! I love you AMY!!!
Ariel, Leah & I got to catch up: weddings, weddings, weddings CONGRATS U TWO!
Next stop: Houghton,Michigan Home Sweet Home
I hadn't seen my family in 2 years!!!
I also got to hang w/ Christina, my long lost chum!!
Next stop: Duluth, Minnesota
Reunion with old friends makes my heart glad!
So happy to see Jordan & her family I see where Mac gets her smile from :) KATE!!!! it's been ages!
One of my 'sisters', Em & I
CONGRATULATIONS MR. & MRS. BARRETT!! The Wedding Party
Rebs was absolutely stunning!! You're so beautiful.
Goodbye Duluth!!!
Final stop: Minneapolis,MN
I got to stay w/ Cara one last night before heading back to Norway
Cara, Prego Becca, Jessica & I
Met up w/ the old gang
And got to see my good 'ole Jess again!!! hehe
All in all, my time prior to going home as well as being at home was great! i got to spend quality time with a whole lot of great/'crazy' Americans & who could ask for more?? I have to admit that it's been a whirlwind!! Time has flown by and i've had a lot of fun, laughter, tears and goodbyes, but I'm so thankful that I was able to get home. This whirlwind of events only seems to be speeding up as i'm now home & packing for our next adventure: UGANDA!!! we're leaving tomorrow morning...4AM!!! please pray for us & i'll show you more pics when we return on July 7th!
