I have been back in Mexico for three weeks now, but it’s felt like so much longer if I’m being honest. And I mean that in the best way. There are so many highlights so far of my time back in Tepic, Nayarit.

The first so far would be that I’m now officially on the worship for La Fuente Tepic!

While I was in America, Pastor Mimix, the worship leader for the main church and the woman in focus in the above photo, would message me to keep me updated on things back in Tepic. The main thing being the worship team – ever since I sang with the team during my mission trip to Tlajomulco, word must have gotten out that I am a pretty decent vocalist, because Mimix put me on the worship team full time without ever really hearing me sing. But she must pretty pleased because in the two weeks I was on the team, I was singing (and at times, playing guitar) on stage a total of six times. I’m pretty pleased as well because I can tell I’m going to grow a lot in this position and I can’t wait to see how God uses me and where He’s going to put me next.

I’ve been working in the church less since I’ve been back (mostly to deal with things spiritually, and also because my help isn’t always needed), but I have done a few jobs since I’ve gotten back. My favourite jobs being of the artistic variety, such as when I helped to repaint the wall in the information area.

Also, this month there is going to be another conference, hosted by the young adults of La Fuente, called “Huesos Secos,” or “Dry Bones.” I am certain I’ll have a lot of work to do in order for the church to be ready for this, and I’ll keep you all updated on that. I’m really excited to be a part of this, and if it’s anything like our last conference, each word will be dripping with the Spirit of God and His influence.

The Lord has really been using La Fuente to grow me and to reveal things about myself that I either need to cultivate or change, and I’m really hoping for this next conference to be something of a landmark during my time here, now that I have a better understanding of the language and therefore will be able apply the teachings and sermons to my life and carry them with me well after my year here is over.

My last highlight I’ll share with you guys is: I didn’t realise how much I missed Tepic. I didn’t realise how much this place is starting to feel more like home. How I feel a stronger sense of belonging here than I have felt anywhere else. It’s been a gradual thing, but at the same time, it seemed so abrupt. Yes, I’ve had troubles here, and no, my life hasn’t turned into some movie-worthy story of a young woman on a mission in Mexico. But I’m content with my life as it is and I’m excited for where it’s going. And that’s a good thing, right?

My feelings regarding my return to Mexico can be summed up by the words Pastor Diego (or Pastor Dwight, for the gringos), the head pastor of La Fuente, told me:

Welcome home.