Pre-Fall Prayer Requests

If you've been part of this team long then you know that the first few weeks before and during Fall semester is the Christmas season of University life. There is a buzz in air, and excitement that sets the tone of every conversation, and many big and exciting plans to be made. As we apprach the threshold of a new year of ministry, here are some things to remember in prayer:

• Welcome Barbecue (9/6)- this is a time of welcoming new students to campus, initiating and renewing friendships with students, and getting the word out about the ministry on campus. Many students come to know Christ every year and can trace it back to attending an event just like this.
• Small Groups (starting 9/8)- Small groups Bible studies will be starting up and are a great place for student leaders that have been trained through Chi Alpha to share their faith with their peers. With out a doubt small groups are one of the most impacting things that happen on campus.
• Discipleship Relationships- As part of my ministry at UNH I'll be meeting with students regularly as a guide and mentor in their faith. Pray that the Lord will connect me with the right students and use me in this context.
• Financial Support- I'm still trying to get the last of what is needed for the ministry budget raised. Please pray that new supporters will join with us in our cause.
  
• New Friendships- Moving again has proven emotionally and relationally taxing. Pray for me that I'll settle into this new region well, adjust to the culture, and make meaningful friendships with fellow seminarians and others I meet.

Thanks for all of your prayers! They are deeply appreciated.