Arcadia had a pretty good run, really enjoyed the time with the cast, but a part of me was looking forward to being at home with my wife at night when it was over. But theater calls. Because a cast member needed to drop out of Othello, director Michael Landman asked me to audition for the open roles, so I did. And now I will be playing Brabantio (Desdemona's prejudiced Senator father) and his brother Gratiano, as well as various ensemble roles. So far, I've just been thrust into a couple of run-throughs with rough blocking, but everyone's been super forgiving, which is good. When we get back from spring break, I'll be ready to not suck so bad. Between Othello and Supermen (a new work by Adam Douglas) I will be a very busy bee for the rest of the semester. Busy and grateful that people think highly of my work.
Shannon is going to be a Deposit Counselor at the Crossover branch! She's exciting to be learning more and working with customers face to face. She gets her own business cards! Looking forward to passing those out.
Most importantly, I have finally been baptized. The weekend Arcadia closed, my parents and Shannon's mother were able to come see the show and then see my baptism at Fellowship early the next morning. We have been so blessed that Christ has brought us to Fellowship and the small group we have through it. I've been particularly grateful for the leadership of Michael and Mandi Collyar in the group. I asked Michael if he would baptize me, and he was happy to do it. Shannon took pictures, but it was too dark in the worship center, they just didn't turn out. This one did though:
There's our proof. It was a really special day, and God affirmed my obedience with a joy and peace I was not expecting. Really happy to share it with family.
