Sorry for just now posting this. I am safely in Ukraine! I had no problems with any flights. My passport arrived in New York a few minutes before I did, giving me time to pick it up between my arrival in New York at Laguardia and my departure from JFK. I've been in Ukraine for about 30 hours so far but this is the first time I have had working internet and free time at the same time.
I took a taxi from the airport to go straight to a worship team rehearsal last night. Things there are going to be a challenge but in a good way. The language barrier is certainly a big one. The musicians have a lot of talent but getting them all together in one nicely structured unit is going to take some organization and discipline. However, I think this is an area I can help over time and I look forward to sharing some techniques and leadership in this area. Please pray as I feel things out and devise a bit of a plan.
Today was a settling in day. I let myself sleep in to compensate for a zero-sleep night before the flights. I think I am already adjusted to Ukrainian time. Joel Brown, the American pastor at New Life Church who is in charge of interns, took me shopping today for any necessities I needed and for things to make my room feel a little more like home. Overall, it was a great day spent adjusting and getting time with Joel, his wife, and the other American intern. Truthfully, this room is probably already homier than my room in the States! My roommates here made sure there was a bed and a table and a couple little things to make it comfortable when I arrived!
Some of my friends greeted me last night at rehearsal with a "Welcome Home Josh" sign. Thanks guys. I was too tired to really express my appreciation, but thank you.
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