Trust.

By: Lizz Massey

Trust.

As I look back at my internship at Holy Cross, that’s a word that comes to mind. Even before starting my internship, God called me to trust him, moving out of the teaching ministry to becoming a DCE. I moved to Texas in July 2020, not knowing anyone or how I would be able to survive and God provided me with a place to live and jobs to sustain me. He placed me with a fantastic group of classmates and professors that helped me grow in the ministry and outside of my comfort zone.

When I first heard that Holy Cross was looking for a Kids Ministries Intern while I was at Concordia Texas in March 2021, I never imagined coming to Colorado. Normally, an intern would not get placed with a congregation that would not have a senior pastor, but, trusting in God, I was placed at Holy Cross.

And I have loved every minute of it!

As I reflect back on my internship, it was very eventful! I started with VBS, recruited volunteers, managed Sunday School and Pioneer Clubs, and planned and executed Fall Festival, a Reformation Party, and Easter Encounter. I also got the joy of getting to know so many of you, but especially the kids and families of Holy Cross.

When I stopped teaching, one of my focuses was slowing down, listening to God’s voice, and trusting that His plan was exactly what He wanted me to do. Through listening and trusting God, I have found myself grow in so many different ways: professionally, personally, and spiritually.

As I now continue my work as Director of Kids and Middle School Ministries, I am excited to continue to get to know each family that comes to Holy Cross and invest in the faith life of all who come into our doors, trusting in God’s plan for both Holy Cross and myself.