Our Life Together Vol. 3, Nr. 37, September 16, 1975 -- Part 2

This is an unusual graphic from our artists. A reminder that we need to take in the blessings of God so that we don't crash.
Of course the little article that interests me most is the one about my apprenticeship. Actually I developed the apprenticeship program. The VA and State of California were most helpful in the process. I served in this program for two years and upon graduation received a certificate signed by Governor Deukmajian. I had to report monthly my hours in each of about 10 categories (I don't remember them all); custodial, administrative, teaching, directing choir, etc. Once my apprenticeship was completed (now I was a journeyman ministerial assistant) the church was listed by the state as qualified to train ministerial assistants under this apprenticeship program. Thereafter, all through the 70s and 80s, every year the state would ask if we had any applicants for the program. It was actually a good program. I think we were on to something. It sure helped me.
Of course, all during this time, we were struggling with our status concerning the city and the community. This is a scriptural encouragement that our struggle was nothing new.