Rydal Community

Just a quick reflection about the place I have called call home for the last 3.5 months and will continue to for the next 3.5 months...

There is something so special about Rydal. The people, the place and the role that God plays here. Guests often remark about how special it really is and how it is so different to other locations.

I can think of one of the reasons for this: our community is amazing.

Last week, the dishwasher broke in the kitchen, just after main meals went out for guests. Dishes started to be sent over to the Tea Shop to be washed (about 50m away). But the kitchen team that night weren't on their own. Most community members were there, while off duty, helping out. It was such a joy to witness this service. Even though they all worked during the day, there they were, still helping out.

This is something I am so thankful for. A community willing to serve above and beyond. To serve and to love. Thanks, God!