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Hello to you! :)

Last week, there were a couple opportunities on campus that helped us to stop for a few moments and reflect. The first was the AIDS Experience Tent. One of our current students, Jordan (you may also have seen his blog), with the help of many other student volunteers, worked with World Vision to bring a piece of Africa to APU's campus. I had the opportunity to go through the tent and "become" a part of the story of someone living in Africa! Wow! What a powerful, heart-wrenching experience!  

I am sure I have said this many times before, but I have to say it again: our students AMAZE me! :) In addition to the AIDS Experience Tent, another one of our students, Brittany (the undergraduate intern in the Women's Resource Center), provided an opportunity (entitled Delight) for people to stop and write notes of encouragement to show appreciation for the women on our campus. This was such a great idea--especially during this time of the semester when school work is more intense and students are in need of a break and breath of fresh air! :)

As we celebrate this Thanksgiving holiday, I pray we would be reminded of all the gifts God has graciously placed in our lives. And, my hope is that you would know how valued you are! :)

Grace, peace, and love,

Stacie :)