I am so excited.

I am thrilled to see our Summer Excel program in action… hundreds of children and teens are at our four locations busy with all kinds of activities. One of the most thrilling parts for me is that six of those who are working in the camp are our own students. Students who themselves have been part of the past camps… and now they give back. How thrilling for us to see their growth.

Whether they are in reading circles, playing drums, going swimming, or just asking for prayer, we see the wonderful opportunity to see these kids grow in tremendous ways. To see our own help lead the way makes me thrilled.

Jay

Maybe you have seen our latest newsletter… with the picture of 15 colleges and the 30+ students who are attending them. These students have been involved with Shepherd Community and partner ministries for the past several years. We celebrate their exciting journey, as well as four more students headed off to college this fall.

We recognize that our support cannot end with sending them off. We must continue to work with them through the many hurdles they will face once on campus. We are thankful to those who have supported our efforts to help our students stay in school.

Our efforts don’t end at high school graduation. It just takes us to the next part of our continuum of care. You can help send more children through it.

Jay