Turning Scottish

We woke on our last morning in Iona to rain and gale force winds. Last night we prayed for help with the local water shortage, so the lesson is, "Be careful what you pray for!"

Our last morning session was filled with a lesson on creativity with a Celtic twist, of course.

In the afternoon, the rain ended and we had a dancing sunlight to play in for our last block of time on Iona.

Our stay concluded with table space worship with many of our youth singing in the choir. "Iona Phil," a new friend and the musician for the week at Iona, blessed us with his presence, his friendship, and his talents. He gave much of his heart to the youth and they love him in return. He encouraged many of our youth to sing in the choir during worship this week. We were truly blessed to have him with us this week; he gave so much of his heart.

We will surely miss this place and those who prayed, cooked, worshipped, and cleaned with us. We presented them with their own St. John's pilgrimage t-shirt. 

Thoughts from the pilgrims…

"The weather has turned Scottish."

Kat Mackey: "I love meeting new people and there are certainly plenty here!"

Madison Croxson and Eryn Davis: "Although we are sad to leave Iona, we are looking forward to experiencing city life in Edinburgh."