I must ask that you forgive my lack of manners: as I have not yet introduced you to the people who I will be spending the next 11 months with.  The following is a copy of a blog posted by dear squadmate Vicki that does a beautiful job of introducing the godly people impacting my life on a daily basis.

 

October 2008 World Race G Squad!


 

Our fearless squad leader is Allison Johnston,

who just finished her own year on the World Race a few months ago.
 
 

 
 And our fascinating squad coaches are Gary Black and Lisa Black. 
They recently moved to Colorado after several years of ministry in Swaziland.

They are eager to guide and empower us with the Holy Spirit.
 
 

 
 
 The October 2008 squad is an eclectic mix of crazy-about-Jesus people.
Here are a few random bits of information to tease you (you will want to get to know these people!):
 Dan knits caps for cancer patients. Kyla is a dancer.  Braedon does a wicked Mr. Roboto.  Carly is a sincere encourager.  Ian leads yoga.  Jacob gets the Holy Spirit munchies.  Lindsay won big on The Price is Right. Marisa receives visions.  Summer and Lindsey can quote any Will Ferrel movie. …!
 
We come from all different ages (21-34), walks of life, and faith traditions, but
we are united in our purpose.
 
Each team (of the squad) chose a name, and
each name captures the essence of who we are and our vision for the year.
 
Team Dunamis (Power) 

Ben, Neil, Dennis, Bev, Carly, Sara, Brenda
 
 
 
 

Team Judah (Praise the Lord)

Bekah, John, Aaron, Marisa, Steph, Elizabeth, Janina
 
 

 
Team Libre (Freedom through Christ)

Ryan, Summer, Tomina, Abby, Emily, Mark, Lindsey
 
 

 
Team Karis (Grace)

Brandon, Braedon, Lindsay, Tangi, Katie, Cindy
 
 


Team Transformers (Jesus in Disguise)

 Alex, Patrick, Helen, Dan, Sarah, Kyla
 
 

 
Team Quake (Kingdom Changers & Shakers)

Kelly, Jill, Shiloh, Christy, Jacob, Ian
 
 

 
 
Team Aletheia (Greek work meaning TRUTH – or literally “not hidden” –)

Joel, Jeff, Joy, Mel, Angi, Vicki
 
 

 
And last but not least, the group of lovely ladies that I have the pleasure of leading:
 
Team Hephzibah (God delights in her)

 Laura, Audrey, Erin, Michelle, Sharon, Cara, Me