“There is one body and one Spirit, just as you were called to one hope when you were called;” Ephesians 4:4
I love the Olympic games. I remember the excitement I felt as a child when Atlanta, my hometown, hosted the games. Muhammad Ali lit the flame and Celine Dion sang! It was beautiful! The games are inspirational, and they have this supernatural ability to unite our nation.
I get inspired and want to be better and do better. Sometimes I get so inspired that I think I can go out and do what the athletes, who have endured intense training, can do. But then I bend over to put on my shoes and get winded and see stars. That’s when I hear the words of Biggie, “It was all a dream.”
Our nation is experiencing a remarkable time, marked by both division and unity. The Olympics inspire national pride amidst a politically charged climate. Our athletes come from diverse backgrounds. Yet, they are united for the common purpose of representing our nation in superior fashion.
In this context, the NNOA-ANSO Joint Symposium is a significant milestone, uniting two Sea Service organizations for the second time in their history. This gathering, focused on advancing leadership, feels divinely appointed.
I believe these events are interconnected, reflecting a broader theme of oneness and unity. Just as our Olympic athletes unite behind a common goal, we too are called to come together as a nation and within the Sea Services.
Let us harness our individual strengths to build a stronger, more cohesive force. We may come from different backgrounds, but we share a common purpose.
One team. One fight. One love.