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The Square Peg, Round Hole Group

This is a group created for worship leaders and songwriters that are having trouble finding their fit within the body of which they are a part.

Members: 13
Latest Activity: Dec 20, 2010

How am I Gonna Fit Here?

My name is Jen. I am a songwriter and a worship pastor . . . of sorts. The church in which I served closed its doors in the early Fall of 2009. We were a very small (too small), tight knit group. A family, with all of its blessings and struggles! Now, in this brand spanking new year, my family and I have found ourselves in a body that, at this point, we believe God has led us to. I trust the Lord and His provision at this new place, though I feel like a foreigner. Unlike my former Fellowship, this church appears to run pretty smoothly. Checks and balances in place. Procedure and leadership training in place. Several worship teams, a variety of styles represented. Check. Several songwriters attend and contribute. A focus on small groups and creating true community through those small groups and activity groups. So, what's the problem? Well, there doesn't appear to be any gaping hole of need for me to fill. To be blunt and completely honest, God has greatly increased the size of the pond I am swimming in, and I feel a little insecure at times! How do I fit, if I am not "needed"? I feel a bit small. Not only do I feel anonymous, which is an uncomfortable place for a hyper-expressive person, I feel . . . different. Sometimes I wonder if I were to be invited/allowed/welcomed to serve on a worship team, would the contributions I have to make be acceptable to the existing "system", or would I need to lay aside my ideas and jump into the current and do what those around me are doing? I suppose there is merit to laying down my way of doing "things". Jenfucious say, "There is much that God will do with a square peg willing to fit into a round hole". I am not in turmoil over this current state of affairs, I know that God will use me as He sees fit. Even if it looks like there is no way or no room for me, all the "earth" is His, and He is a generous and masterful Creator of opportunity. Praise Him, watch Him, wait for Him.
I hope that this group will find members. I would love to encourage others and be encouraged by those who are finding His fit. God bless you and keep you!
Jen

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So, You Know You're Square . . .Now What?

Started by Jennifer Bluhm. Last reply by Lorraine Doswell Oct 8, 2010. 27 Replies

Let's discuss the benefits to being "square". Hughey Lewis believes we're hip. What do you think?

Is the Door Locked, or Should I Just Push Harder?

Started by Jennifer Bluhm. Last reply by Greg Moore Oct 5, 2010. 6 Replies

I have often wondered, especially in light of recent Old Testament study, how I am to look upon "land" that is "occupied". Do I enter the land with the expectation that I belong in that land? I have…Continue

What Has the Lord Been Doing?

Started by Jennifer Bluhm. Last reply by Lorraine Doswell Aug 17, 2010. 6 Replies

I thought it would be good to *Add a Discussion* about what the Lord has been doing in the lives of our Square Pegs!  I have certainly landed in unexpected territory :)  When I started this group, I…Continue

Small Fish, Big Pond

Started by Jennifer Bluhm. Last reply by Greg Moore Aug 15, 2010. 10 Replies

I would love to hear from other worship leaders/song leaders that for one reason or another have found themselves sort of "unused". I don't mean that in a prideful way, like, "How can these people…Continue

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Comment by Lorraine Doswell on January 29, 2010 at 6:03pm
Nicky, I too thank you for your honesty, I love it when people are honest. I had to smile 'cos if I didn't know better, I would think you were referring to me. I am 51 years old and it has taken me all this time to figure myself out (sort of) and be comfortable in my own skin - better late than never : ) Blessings Lorraine
Comment by Jennifer Bluhm on January 27, 2010 at 9:56pm
Nicki, this is definitely a place where you can fit! Welcome. Thank you for your honesty. Please, post your thoughts, struggles, and encouragements as they come. Talk to you soon!
Jen
Comment by Nicki Black on January 27, 2010 at 8:55pm
Ok, time to be vulnerable. What do I have to lose? I should ask, does this include those who feel that they are in general, without a home and just plain different? Not specifically a "church" home, but a longing that doesn't go away, like you're searching for a meaning to your life and somewhere to plug in where you're truly - *truly* - loved unconditionally and for every little bit that you are. All my life I've felt like the odd one out, but I haven't necessarily had an orphan mentality (no pity parties for me, for real, hate the drama). I just know that I've never been part of the worship (or any) "clique", and I'm not always embraced or understood. I'm 38, so I've been on this winding road, learning not to worry about what man thinks anyway. The older I become, the more objective and introspective I emerge. But I still care. Lord knows, I've wasted a lot of time mucking my way through the hoops to figure this all out, with help from the Lord's gentle whisper, too. Anyway, if this is a place for me (no pressure - ha), then let me know. Thanks.
 

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