13. In God’s hands

Having committed to seeing this challenge through, my thoughts turned to my lack of experience and the tremendous effort that lie ahead. My husband and I have been quite active in our children’s schools but many of our interests and activities have led to close friendships with people who do not live in South Burlington. I knew I must rely on acquaintances rather than close friends to provide the support I needed to succeed.

Facing such a difficult task has a way of strengthening one’s relationship with God. I turned to God, pleading with Him to provide the signatures we needed and to give us strength. As time went on my trust in Him grew as well as my appreciaiton for His immense kindness. Many of us could see His hands at work and are very grateful to Him.

Continued prayer is needed so the advisory articles placed on ballots in 26 towns for town meeting day will succeed. Also prayers are needed for guidance, protection and blessings of those who are involved in this noble effort but do not yet have a close relationship with God.