A guest post by David and Jennifer Rapp -
Our recent trip to the BVI with New Wind was a breath of fresh air for both body and soul. Rest and restoration were the main agenda items and we got plenty of both. It was so good to sail across open, blue waters, under sunny skies, unplugged from the normal responsibilities of life and ministry and be reminded of God’s gracious and abundant love for us.
The laid back schedule was perfect for much needed decompression. We got all the sleep we wanted, then awoke to enjoy reading with a cup of coffee in hand on the deck of the boat as the sun ushered in another day of beauty. Each day closed with encouraging and stimulating conversation under the stars.
The constant change of scenery daily provided new things to explore and appreciate. The snorkeling was amazing. We chased schools of giant stingrays, challenged the reign of proud barracudas, and marveled at the array of colorful and quirky fish.
The food and drink were beyond satisfying. We feasted in luxury. We traveled to one of the top 5 meals of our lives like Navy SEALs in our rubber raft, performing a clandestine mission under the cover of darkness. We swept in like pirates upon an extensive seafood buffet at the Bitter End, taking no lobster prisoner. This was a trip we will never forget. -David and Jennifer Rapp
David and Jennifer live in Temple, TX with their three children, where he is the pastor at Redeemer Presbyterian Church.
