Thursday, January 26, 2012

Greetings from the (finally) snowy Twin Cities.  As students are wrapping up their January intensives, I wanted to offer a quick update on what God’s been doing and what lies ahead.

My time in Northfield at St. Olaf has been exciting so far.  I have been able to meet many new students and work closely with the student leaders of the chapter.  Moving in to the Spring semester, the leaders and I are prayerfully considering how to have a greater presence on campus thorough service opportunities and studying Scripture.  At Hamline, there has been an ongoing discussion about evangelism and outreach on campus.  It is exciting to see students unpack what it means to be a light to campus and how to engage the community around them. 

At both of these schools, I have the honor of coming along side students to serve and support them.  Whether that means serving as a sounding board when it comes to major life decisions or giving someone the Mohawk they’ve always wanted, I love being a part of their process of growing closer to God and of building deeper relationships with other Christians. 

If you could please be in prayer for these 2 things:

-This weekend, 6 students from Hamline (St. Olaf has exams) will be attending a Winter Leadership Conference.  The training focuses on our vision for ministry on campus and God’s call for us to serve.

-Spring semester starts next week.  At both schools that means new opportunities for connection and outreach.  Please be praying for all students coming back to campus, that God would be moving in their hearts and preparing for amazing transformation on campus.

Thank you so much for your prayers and support.