GUEST EXPERIENCE TEAM

I have been asking God on His plans for me in this season of my life.

Well, I used to do alot more in church as a youth and eventually as I kinda got caught up in the grind, I did a lot lesser. And at the same time, advertising's workload was unpredictable.
Most of the time, I could hardly make plans after work. After work plans are usually impromptu.
Yah, I know sounds quite sad.
But I pretty much got used to it, until... I had enough and so yes, now I am out.

Ok, but my point is. I am really excited.
Excited because my spirit is buzzing with joy as I dream and imagine what can come in this season.
God once spoke to me to fill in the gaps, be a pillar in His House.
I was not satisfied with that, I kept wondering... what exactly God? I was anxious, impatient and I wanted a more concrete answer- like, what can I do exactly?

At the point of time (last year), all God said was "If I am with you, all will work out fine". So okay can, I decided to just have faith and stay anchored.

This year, things are slowly starting to unfold.

I attended the Heart of God Church - Guest Experience Team's launch, and I am very thrilled and proud to be part of this.
It marks new beginning of an adventure, really excited for what is to come.

It was a really fun night.
I was greeted by this when I reached the event-

Limited edition notebook just for #GuestExperienceTeam leh.

Well of cos' - we had really fun icebreaker.

Besides the point that the kiasu overly thrilled me won at Bingo and got the limited edition pen....
It was interesting to know that there are sibling teams in the ministry, and even Mother + Daughter team hahaha.
Maybe some of you will get to be served by these super family teams!

Dinner spread that night. #happytum

#MustWin becos of the Limited Edition Pen.

So my sis (Jieru) told me, "I knew something was up when I saw this photo on your Instagram. Really blur picture dont care, no filter- dont care, messy hair dont care" - ya. I am quite competitive hor, wahahahahhah.

Okay so... I was the first to submit my Bingo sheet lah of cos. HAHA.

Here's my gift:

I can now use this for my future duties lor. Cool ma right. Full set. HAHAHA.

Okay, fun aside. 

Hui-Ting and I were buzzing to each other even right before we got confirmed that we are in the ministry. We could envision ourselves serving together already in our New Home.
It is a done deal!

I was thankful to sit there and listen to Jian Ming share his heart out on the vision of the ministry.
It is really a privilege to be part of the launch, pioneer batch! 

It will be where the world meets and experience church through world class service (:

And through what Jian Ming shared, I knew it was God's assurance to me.
"Remember My plans for you? Here you go"
It is indeed always about TEAM and... when Jian Ming shared about filling/standing in the gap - everything clicked in the spirit.

I know I can never outgive God. I just had to trust.
As I sat there listening, I was reminded of myself serving in the many different ministries as a youth.
I was in really quite a number of ministries before (Photog, Hospi, Livefeed, Usher, Post-Pro, Decor, Fashion...) & having to do a lot lesser made me a little sad when I started working + when I drifted away...

Every bit of my youth spirit is awaken, and I am even more excited now because I know I can do alot more in greater measures now that I am older, and gained experiences. Best years indeed.

Words can't express enough, just..
Get ready to be WOW by Nov/Dec 2015.

ADVERTISING LIFE

Today marks my last day working in the advertising industry, for now at least (not sure if I'll get back in) Haha.
It's been a good 2-3 years in bigger agencies and I had my fair share of experience working in a local when I just graduated.

Well, a friend once told me - "advertising really is for a certain breed of people hor? either you are cut out for it or you will just not fit in".

To the above statement, well, it makes me wonder too if I am cut out for advertising sometimes.
Most people deem me to be the super extroverted girl. Mmm, but actually I DO need my hamsterball time. And definitely not that kind that makes friend everywhere I go. Hahah.
I take awhile to warm up to people... hahaha.

I love the freedom and open working environment.
But on the other hand, the downside? - Yes, be ready for crazy work hours, be ready to meet expectations that are out of the world. Be ready to get your hands dirty to do the stupid things you do not even agree with. Some people say, advertising is a con man's world. The campaigns are not truthful, the creative works are unreal.

I kinda struggled a little, juggling between being a good Christian vs. fitting into the industry (yes, its like 70% of my colleagues smokes, every other day they are drinking too. hahah, but it isnt that bad in DDB, the drinking culture is a whole load heavier here in Grey.)
But I think it is do-able, at the end of the day, it is about being able to relate to people and stepping into their boats. At the same time, to be wise and be led by the HS.
It is not easy, but well... I am glad that I managed to sow some seeds nonetheless.

Will I miss advertising?
I am not too sure myself. I think I might. The next place I am heading should fit me fine too (: I don't think it is going to be all corporate too, so I am quite excited!
A little anxious, but... let's see what God has in-stored for me.

It's been a good ride. Glad to have met amazing people and bonded some friendships through this journey (:

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