An eighth grade retreat during
school hours for the day off campus. I took my guitar. Some Bible study, lots of discussion
led by a young priest who told great stories. Informal meeting room, everyone
gathered in a close circle. I knew we’d be singing soon, had my guitar ready. Several of us played. We decided to do “Day By Day” together. My
guitar teacher had taught me a great accompaniment. I prayed for nerves to be
calmed and to do my best. Our class sang
together everyone knew the words; it went well. We studied scripture and prayed
together. I felt God with me, his Spirit had held me close during the singing.
My heart was warm.
