Last week it was, flowers, cards and food and even some tears as I said goodbye to familiar faces, voices, surroundings, circumstances and routines at my previous school.  The Bible story of Abraham saying goodbye to everything he had ever known and following God’s call into to the unknown comes to mind.  However, in my case, I am privileged not to be walking into “the unknown.”   I have, in the last few weeks, been able to visit PPN and even attend some of the meetings here.  So, I walked into school this week recognising smiles and greetings—even some hi-fives.  I have walked into a great reception and awesome assistance to settle in from everyone on the team.

With a very strong belief in Adventist education that has had a profound impact on my life, and previous work in Adventist institutions in various parts of the world, I am looking forward to a great experience at PPN. 

When God calls us to something new, often, He asks us to leave something behind.  I hope this encourages you to reflect on what you have been called to do. 

What is it that you must leave behind so you can move on to say, Ï am new here?”