The author shares experiences from coordinating a women's retreat, highlighting challenges such as snowy weather and missed details. Despite anxieties surfacing, the power of surrender led to a peaceful and fulfilling weekend. Emphasizing the importance of living in the present moment, the narrative illustrates how trusting in God can transform worries into joy.
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On a sunny Wednesday afternoon earlier this year, I was in my office chipping away at a list of to-dos when a message popped up on my phone. It was from a sweet woman at my parish. She was asking if I’d be willing to join a ministry that needed additional help. “Pray about it and let me know. We’d love to have you join us!” she wrote. I put my phone down and sighed. I paused for a moment and noticed a tightness in my chest as my brain started to move just a little bit faster. I want to say yes but can I really add another thing…