We received word today from Maia, from Vancouver (along with the accompanying photo).  Her message: “So it begins…
– Maia”

(Maia, from Kamloops United, is one of BC’s representatives to the national gathering of the United Church, in Corner Brook, Newfoundland, in August.  Maia is also the BC youth participating in a cross-Canada pilgrimage en route to the 42nd “General Council”.)

Maia wrote, the following on May 30th:

My time at BC Conference is drawing to a close and as it does this journey that we are going to be starting next month is becoming incredibly real. I have received so much support and affirmation from my conference, my home, and I feel incredibly blessed. I don’t think any of you know how big a role you have played in my life, how much you have allowed and helped me to grow, or how much I appreciate it. Thank you for your prayers, your words, your love, and your excitement for our adventure. I am so honoured that you trust me with this.
Love, Maia    ‪#‎bcconf‬