Life is busy and stressful around the Kelly house these days. I just returned from a retreat with my student leaders (execs) and am trying to gear up for two days of evangelism and outreach training. I am so excited that the students have returned. My life for the next 3 weeks will consist mostly of New Student Outreach (NSO) - InterVarsity students and staff engage in outreach on campus all across the nation at the beginning of the school year. I love this time of year, but it is also exhausting and I feel like I am barely keeping track of everything I need to do. It is good for me to remember that ultimately the success of NSO does not depend on me being perfect or accomplishing everything without flaw. Thank you Lord!
I could definitely use some prayers though as we walk through a busy and critical time. Please pray for me to lead with grace, patience, and love. Pray for me and the students to be open to and looking for opportunities to share the love of Jesus with the campus. Pray that the Gospel would be heard clearly and received well, and that students would be interested in learning more. I pray that the Gospel will go forth on the campus and bring healing, reconciliation, and hope to a broken world.
Also, please pray for Drew. He is in the midst of a particularly difficult portion of med school. He did well on his first test. However, he is starting to feel behind in his studies. He could also use prayer for motivation and excitement in his studies (there are some very boring things he needs to memorize). Drew is the most disciplined and driven person I know and even he is having trouble getting through this season with joy for the work before him. His next test days are Sept. 4th and Sept.28th.
So please pray for us! We are making time for each other even in the midst of hard work and we are so thankful for each other and the blessing of marriage. Thank you for your support and encouragement.
