\u200b10 years ago, Jen and I endeavored to start something that, at the time, seemed like a novel concept – grow a movement more than a ministry.<\/p>\n
Starting on college campuses and not knowing a better term, I simply called it \u201cStudent Church Movements\u201d.<\/p>\n
I was convinced the way of Jesus could grow more like dandelion seeds spreading on the wind, blowing as the Holy Spirit moves.<\/p>\n
We took a risk, and I\u2019m glad we did.<\/p>\n
And we never would have made it without YOU.<\/p>\n
Our lives are so enriched by those with whom we’ve had the privilege of pursuing Jesus. People we have come to call friends and spiritual family.<\/p>\n
Those who welcomed us.<\/p>\n
Those who believed in us.<\/p>\n
Those who gave to us.<\/p>\n
Those who cried with us.<\/p>\n
Those who laughed with us.<\/p>\n
Those who prayed with us through tough times.<\/p>\n
Those who received us like they were receiving Jesus himself.<\/p>\n
Those who took up the challenge to express something in their hearts to influence the people around them with the love and power Jesus gave us.<\/p>\n
Those who simply picked up the call to GO and translated the heart of Jesus into loving, practical action.<\/p>\n
Our desire from the very beginning is to fulfill Jesus\u2019 words to his disciples: \u201cFreely you\u2019ve received. Freely give.\u201d<\/p>\n
It\u2019s the call of Jesus to all people everywhere: Love your neighbor, speak the good news that Jesus is alive, make disciples who follow Him, and seek God\u2019s kingdom to come on earth as it is in heaven.<\/p>\n
In celebration of 10 years of Student Church Movements, I put together this montage of highlights from the last ten years of our friendships and travels, pursuing this Jesus Way of life the best we know how.<\/p>\n
You might see yourself in some photos! (With apologies to many others I couldn’t find pictures for.)*<\/p>\n