Greetings, Church. I can’t believe how the year has flown by. We are moving into the season of Autumn, which brings cooler weather and a new season of life and hope. We experience so many wonderful times in our lives that bring about great memories. Sometimes I wonder why we can’t relive those times and experience those same great memories, but change is always happening and time does not stand still. It is a privilege to be able to work at camp and these experiences are awesome. Still, I must admit some turn out better than others. Even if the same people are gathered and the same groups are put together, the dynamic will never be the same as life and experience evolve. In the same way, every new school year brings a whole new set of joys and concerns. Some students return seeking a continuation of the previous year and others may be stepping into a whole new world. Whether they have advanced to the next level of school or are new to the district, they are attempting to find their place. We can all remember how difficult school was and the feelings we had on the first day of classes. My prayer as we embark on this new school year is that the students and staff alike recognize there is one constant in our lives. No matter what grade or where we serve, we can feel secure in the knowledge that God never changes. While we have new classmates and new classes, God is always moving with us. join me in uplifting in prayer all students and those working in education. We call on the blood of Christ for protection and to rebuke all evil from every school and classroom. We pray that staff and students find a learning relationship without judgement and defensiveness, and they find a positive path of learning. In the name of Christ, we pray. Amen Praying with you and for you, — Pastor Keith D. King