We continue to celebrate Women’s History month in March by taking a look at the achievements of Diana Trujillo. She works as an aerospace engineer working at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Labs, leading the team responsible for the robotic arm on the new Mars Rover, Perseverance.
We often say "the sky’s the limit." Not for her. And not for God.
Psalm 139:7-10 says that God will always be there for us. There is no way to withdraw from God’s sacred presence. Each of us as individuals and as an agency are preparing to move into the unknown. As we take these steps, we cling to the promise that there is a path – one that God has laid out for us.
Reflection on the featured artist
The song I have for you today is based on this verse. It’s called "Beyond these shores," by Iona, a Celtic Christian progressive rock band from the U.K. The lead singer and songwriter for the band, Joanne Hogg, has an interesting story of overcoming. In the 1980 she completed medical school and began practicing as a medical doctor. Sadly, just six months into her work she became seriously ill, taking many months for recovery. Ultimately, due to that illness, she had to let go of her plans to be a doctor. In God’s mercy, a new plan emerged. During her recovery, she was approached by two musicians about forming a band. It turns out that she is a brilliant song writer with a beautiful singing voice. This course change in her life lead to 26 years of performance and recording spreading the gospel message through music.
She sings these lyrics:
Beyond these shores
Into the darkness
Beyond these shores
This boat will sail
And if this is the way
Then there will be
A path across this sea
And if I sail beyond
The farthest ocean
Or lose myself in depths below
Wherever I may go
Your love surrounds me
For you have been before
Beyond these shores
First recorded March 15, 2021.
