NAVIGATORS
Knox,
We wanted to thank you for the year-end gift and continued financial support of our ministry with the Navigators here at KU. We are grateful for your support as we continue to seek to make Christ known among college students and navigate what that looks like on campus in the midst of the pandemic.
Thank you!
Stephen & Kayla Hass
cru
Winter Conference is a gathering of college students experiencing Jesus, growing together in our faith, and discovering our place in the mission of God.
While historically Winter Conference happens every year in multiple conference centers and ballrooms across the nation, this year it looked a bit different. On February 5 and 6, college students from Hawaii to Maine, from Florida to Alaska, gathered together for a special weekend in order to encounter Jesus.
Students connected virtually to one live national broadcast from their living room, dorm room, church building, parent’s basement, or backyard. While it was a step into the unknown to host the conference like this, God moved in powerful ways!
6,292 students attended to understand and consider God’s Character, God’s Heart and God’s Call. The speakers lifted our eyes to consider the beauty, mercy, and grace of Jesus. They helped us to see the urgency of sharing with those around us. And they challenged us to discover our place in the mission of God in proclaiming the gospel to others.
While each student who attended has a story to tell, here is just one story:
“I’ve had multiple friends on my heart that I’ve been praying for and desiring to share the gospel with. They’re unbelievers. . . After attending the conference, I feel much more equipped and on-fire to share my faith and approach them in a conversation.” —Kellen, University of Idaho freshman
Quote from Jennie Allen:
“If this book (Bible) is true and our God is coming back, than every minute and breath that He gives us matters more than we could possibly imagine.”
Quote from Eric Rivera: “When you are confident in God’s power, you can rest in God’s will.”
Prayer Requests:
Pray that students from KC who attended Winter Conference would have a passion for Jesus
and to make Him known!
Pray for healthy delivery of baby girl Sullivan due any day now!
Dylan & Leslie Sullivan (Dylan.sullivan@cru.org)
Hope Bridges
Hello Friends!
Spring is on its way, and we are ready. The Hope Bridges’ homes are doing well. We are happy to share how each of the homes is doing. Thank you so much for helping us support and provide for the needs of children in Thailand.
Cluhday
In February, the children took part in sports with many churches in the Omkoi village community. They had a blast! We are seeking one set of music for worship There will be three guitars, three guitar speakers, and a set of drums. Every child at the dormitory comes to study, making 77 people total.
The children would like the Hope Bridge’s supporters and donors to pray for the children’s studies, and for a set of music for use in worship.
Lighthouse
At the Lighthouse in February we had a local foundation come and play with the kids, do activities and crafts, bring lunch, and worship together. During this time, the caretakers had a day to team build and meet together. This was a rare treat for the staff, and a wonderful time for the children.
The Lighthouse wants to thank you for the new towels! “We love them.” Right now, we are currently in need of monthly dental checkups the children need with a cost of $20 per cleaning/child. Aside from the need for dental checkups, please pray for one of the girls who was feeling sick and tired. We think it was just dehydration from a day full of activities at her school, but prayer for continued strength would be great.
Nong Tao
This month the kids learned to sing a Thai song, and new Bible verses. We had a small party for a student from Bible school as she prepares to leave after six months of staying with us. The students are all doing well in school and their multiple activities.
Right now, we need first aid kits and a home medicine set. Additionally, we need towels, soap, shampoo, toothbrushes, and toothpaste for 20 children.
Please pray for our children’s studies and health. Some of our students are not yet Christians, and we would appreciate you joining us in praying for them to come into a relationship with the Lord. We also pray for the salvation of their parents and families.
Mike Lane