Monday was a great day. We had our opening chapel in Athens at the Georgia State Botanical Gardens. It was so great to be back there, it is a beautiful place that I get to go to and meet with God. He shows up everytime, and I am so grateful for that! I got to pray with a few of the first year girls and share with them my experiences last year. I love them all so much!

     On Wednesday night, Pastor Jordan spoke a powerful message on suicide. It was incredible to realize just how many of our students are dealing with this issue, or have been effected by it. At the end of the night, I got to pray with and talk to one of my small group girls about the issue and help her break free of the effects in her own life. It really was such a privilege to be part of helping her change her lifestyle.

     Friday night was another incredible one. All of the Masters Commission girls went to Jeanne’s house and we discussed the sisterhood, and how important it is for the year. As second years, we shared on how our sisters helped us last year and how important it is to be there for each other. Every girl in my class has helped me in some way or another. At the end of the night, Jeanne gave us all a necklace and we just hung out and had fun. She is such a good mom away from home!

     On Saturday we had a family field trip to sliding rocks in southern Georgia. We climbed a mountain and swam in a huge waterfall! It was a great experience, and I loved doing it again, as we did it last year too.

     This past Sunday was the church picnic! I helped assist in running it, and it was a lot of fun. The people at the Tabernacle are so amazing, and really have wisdom of the ages. I love to talk with them and build relationships. They really have a special place in my heart! Later that night our mentor family found out who our “kids” are for the year. I am so excited, and feel truly privileged to be able to guide these guys through the year. We have our first family time on Tuesday; I’ll let you know how it goes!

     Today was a glorious day off. I went to Perimeter mall with a bunch of first year girls and we just relaxed and had fun! I really love these girls already, and I can’t wait to get to know them better. God has really put these girls on my heart, and I know he is going to do great things in them!