Hello Church,

I always feel a sense of relief once we get to this part of September, after school gets up and going. My anxiety can build through August as the coming start of classes gets closer and closer. I always feel a weight comes off me once everyone is back in class.

For me fall offers a chance to connect with people in my community that I haven’t seen for awhile. I still have two children in High School and school sports have allowed me to build relationships with people I otherwise wouldn’t cross paths with. This natural intersection of life has provided me with a lot of opportunities to get to know people, hear their ups and downs in life, share my ups and downs in life, and ultimately I have had chances to share how Jesus has impacted my life.  

Jesus has had a profound impact on my life and I’ve found He provides natural opportunities to share those things with the people He has put around me. As you consider the people God has put around you I’m curious how He will use those relationships to be places where you can share how Jesus has impacted you too.

Make it a great week!

Graig Austin, on Behalf of the Elder and Minister Team