“Thank you so much for all you did for my kids during their years in Middle School and High School!”
These were the words a parent said to me the other night as they handed me a $500 one-time donation for the Metamora Center. I was grateful for the donation, but I was overwhelmed with gratitude as I reflected back on the privilege it had been to walk alongside this family.
As we move into November, our minds naturally drift towards thankfulness. I am obviously thankful for the incredible financial generosity of people who have contributed to the Center. However, I am just as thankful for those who have contributed their time and services to meet the needs of the Center (cleaning, painting, repairs, etc.) as well as meeting the needs of the students (meals, encouragement, tutoring, spiritual formation, etc.).
I am thankful for the opportunity to walk alongside students during their formative years in Middle School and High School. I am thankful for the opportunity to support adults as they experience the joys and struggles of being parents. I am thankful for the opportunity to meet with local pastors for mutual encouragement. I am thankful for the opportunity to form partnerships with local businesses and non-profits who share a similar mission of impacting local students and families.
Above all else, I am thankful for the privilege of being called a “son of God” because of the work of Jesus on the cross. I am humbled I get to spend my days running after Jesus and helping students do the same.
Thank YOU for your partnership in helping YFC reach one million teenagers with the Gospel of Jesus!
Chris Genders