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a stronger #back2school


This year we are ready for a stronger #back2school for 2019.  How can you help that be a reality?  First, pray for all involved (those served and those serving), volunteer at one of 15 churches, give to support the events, be part of the big event on Friday (special needs students served in Collinsville) and Saturday, AND finally, help celebrate by sharing and continuing to serve!

Matthew 18:20  NLT
For where two or three gather together as my followers, I am there among them.

It is incredible to get together with hundreds friends for a common cause.  One of my favorite happenings of #back2school is when we come together to put the school supplies in backpacks.  That was last night.  More than 300 volunteers filled more than 3,500 backpacks.  I cannot even come up with the right words or how grateful I am for all the partners who are joining us this year.

It is for the children and their families.  When they receive their backpack and shoes as well as the other items, we will be able to bless these people and tell them about the hope that comes from Christ.  The partnerships of church groups and friends coming together is like an explanation point at the end of a huge event. 

This is the 13th year of the #back2school outreach.  There are lots of new locations, many new people and new students joining in this year.  I cannot wait for the weekend.  I love the smiles on those kid’s faces.

But the looks on the faces of the people on the back porch of The Community’s new campus was so excellent last night.  I met some new friends and rekindled some old friendships.  I left rejuvenated and excited about the future of our church and our work in our community.  We are not alone.

Together we are stronger.  Together we gain momentum and strength.  Together we make more noise.  Together we serve more people.  Together we are seeing God change more lives in our community.  And there is more to come.

Colossians 2:2  NLT
I want them to be encouraged and knit together by strong ties of love. I want them to have complete confidence that they understand God’s mysterious plan, which is Christ himself.

Pray for back2school and choose to be part of this awesome event!
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