February 2025

Howdy, all! I'm excited to share some little updates from the last month of campus ministry. First is our student testimony. Please take a moment to read Laniah's story!


Meeting one on one with one of our student leaders, Keelee! Please pray for Keelee as she will be graduating soon and transitioning into being a full time high school history teacher. She has been a big blessing to many. She's a kind and faithful friend. I will miss her. 


Our students embracing each other while being prayed over. We haven't really sensed this warmth of community in many, many years. Our students earnestly love God and one another! 

During our annual Gospel Worship Night, the fire alarm went off which sent a room of 250+ out into the frigid temps. Instead of waiting around, the students kept singing worship songs in public on campus. It was awesome!


Samantha and I's core! We were having a galentines encouragement sesh before we read some scripture. A sweet girl in our core named Joleigh brought desserts too! A night of warmth and hospitality. 

Hanging with Claire (a focus alumni) and Madi, a current focus student! 


Love y'all very much! Thank you for praying for our little ministry out here. God is doing big things. 

Shayla 

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