And a spontaneous presentation in the meeting room
It was a short lunch break of just 25 minutes. We’re in a hurry. My wife works in the emergency room today and she assures me that the department is full to bursting. As we drive through the large gate to the rear courtyard, we immediately notice a group of travelers at the gatehouse. Our car is parked. Tina hurries quickly towards the continuation of her day’s work. “Look what they want at the entrance!” There was no need for this request, I greet the strangers. I’m told straight away that they are relatives by marriage of Doris Manco, the manager of our media center.
Less than ten minutes later, eight guests are sitting expectantly in my office. The LED wall is switched on and my presentation begins. After almost three and a half thousand presentations, I know exactly when someone is going to laugh and when the audience is going to get misty-eyed. And yet it’s different every time. And after saying a silent prayer, I try to speak to everyone’s heart again this time. These dear people will probably never make a donation or volunteer with us. So is this a waste of time for me? Not at all. My job is to report on our experiences with God. Truthful and exciting. At the same time modest and honest.
A photo at the end and we part ways. Will the stories of God’s miracles make a difference in the minds of my guests? If not today, then perhaps at some point in the future? Only God knows. As far as I’m concerned, I’ve done my job. /KDJ
