Lutheran Campus Ministry.BHSU

... is it?

I believe the right title should be "IT Continues"...

First, as Mainstreet Ministries, then incorporated into Lutheran Campus Ministry in 2008, Robin Long (previous Director) did a remarkable job as she set the ground work for us to be a viable ministry on BHSU's campus. She worked to get us recognized as a Campus Organization. She also put into place, with the help of the board, the Constitution and began the necessarily steps for our future.

My name is Joan. I have called Western South Dakota 'home' for 53 years with the exception of a few years living in other communities. I am married to an ELCA Pastor, on leave from call, and have two grown children. This is what happens when you have an Empty NEST!! So beware!!

An article recently came out on LCM.BHSU in the RC Journal's Religion Page. I was very grateful for the coverage and showing the readership this ministry. But as I reflected, I realized that I did not convey to the editor of the article that it doesn't take anyone special to do ministry.

In our churches, Stewardship is the emphasis this fall, and I reflect on the use of our Time and Talents. I have always been active in my church. The cool thing is that I am not perfect. I do not have it all together. I have made mistakes and have time, and time again, asked for forgiveness and sought to get it right. That is what is so wonderful about God's Grace...He still uses our willing hearts, and committed spirits!

I have experienced fears, frustrations, excitement, confusion, and fulfillment these past 6 weeks since beginning this ministry to students at BHSU. I have stepped out without any answers and have many questions. I am willing for Him to use me and in turn, hope to influence young adults for Christ.

But I know that it is not 'me' that does it, but Him doing it through me and with so many others out there with those willing and committed hearts!

Thru Him, we continue...
Joan