So it's funny, even though I'm in Germany, I have yet to interact with many Germans. So, even though I would love to write to you about the spirituality of Germany, I really don't feel qualified to bring up the subject. Still, the spiritual atmosphere here is interesting. One thing I have observed is that we NEED the body. Christ made the church the way it is for a reason, and none of us is an island. It's been a little interesting not having any brothers or sisters around so to speak. I definitely don't recommend it, but the Lord always blesses the situations we're in! I'm learning to be sensitive to His Spirit (ever a process). He is everywhere with us, and I'm learning just how much I need Him! With noone to encourage me spiritually, or really to have a heart-to-heart with, I find myself desperate for the Father's presence and guidance. The lust of the flesh is so deep here, and it is difficult not to be consumed by it. Keep me in your prayers!

I have learned a little about the spirituality of Europe overall. My friend Selene is from Italy, and I was telling her about what I do with campus ministry. She was shocked and surprised, and said she had never heard of anything like it before. The thought of a group of college-age Christians who hang out just to have fun and encourage each other was completely foreign. Church to her (and many here) is simply an institution, and laced with politics and tradition. God is very distant. He is something to point a finger at when things aren't going well. I told her I thought what God really wants is to know and be known by the people He created. Her eyes grew huge and she nodded in agreement. Please pray that God would open her eyes to His love!