Lots and lots of laughter, a few catch-ups, way too much food. New friends. A wonderful Christmas party where I thought I would only know two people, it turns out to be five, plus connections to a few others. One girl who I think, I think she could be my friend. It feels good to have friends again, and sometimes it takes nights like this to remind me how starved I am company among [non-staff] friends. A beautifully simple worship songs with only one song I knew and five that I wish I did. Is this quiet, all-voices-blend-including-the-leader's, simple worship one of characteristics of Asian American worship? I think of when James Chuong used "invitational" to describe our style.
I realized that if the church wasn't Chinese and I didn't know Gavin and Annie, I would have probably stopped attending CGBC by now. But those two factors are a tipping point. Being able to look at a Chinese American church in the new lens of my ethnic journey is both puzzling and enjoyable at the same time, and gives me a breath of air amidst my growth as a bridge-builder. And knowing Gavin and Annie opens the door to things like last night, and the potential for friends and community is so crucial.
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