Ministry Update from Robert Knuth - December 2022

The Gospel changes hearts and lives.

Enjoy a glimpse into how God is at work at the University of Michigan! Your partnership means the entire world. We still need $4,000 to close out our 2022 budget.

Will you consider making a year-end gift to RUF Michigan? Or email me back with a friend who you think might be interested in joining our team?

The new semester starts Wednesday (1/4) and I'll be diving into our new sermon series right off the bat that I've entitled, "Conversations with Jesus" as we look at Jesus' 1-1 interactions with different kinds of people in the Gospels. Will you pray for my prep? And that students' hearts and lives would continue to be changed by grace? 

Happy New Year,
Robert

"I am kicking myself that it took me until junior year to get involved in RUF, but at the same time I understand that God was taking time to build me into somebody who needed RUF. I quickly joined the worship team, and ever event became a highlight of my week. I have never felt so loved, so supported, and so cared for in my entire life. This is an environment where I fee so strongly the Gospel at work in my life. This is a place where the love and light of Christ is magnified in those who love Him. Robert and Caleb have been such a phenomenal blessing in my life, I thank God for them and for RUF. I can't imagine not getting involved again next year."

-"Ryan," class of 2024, has recently become a Christian

"Being part of RUF has been such a bless! It has given me space to be curious and ask questions. I've grown a lot in knowing my BIble better and understanding its importance, both for my personal relationship with God as well as the way I love others. I've also learned a lot about the intentionality behind ministry. RUF is equipping me to hold tight to the truth of the Bible while engaging with my campus, even when it's uncomfortable. I know that I have a lot of growing and maturing to do, but I feel like RUF has presented so many valuable moments that will shape how I approach ministry even after I graduate." 

-"Sharon," class of 2024, grew up in a large non-denominational context

"RUF stands out from other campus groups by being exceptionally welcoming, inclusive, and supportive. Robert challenges members to be thoughtful and considerate in ways that they aren't used to, which helps to foster growth and strong relationships."

-"Jimmy," class of 2023, is not a Christian 

"I was a bit leery of youth ministries when I came to college, but after two years of meeting with Robert and getting to know his character and sincerity, I relented and decided to give RUF a fair try. And that has made all the difference. Before joining, I had given up on getting answers to the difficult questions I had about my faith; RUF, from the start, has emphasized asking hard questions and trusting that there are answers. I shied away from espousing my faith in a public setting; now, I've given my testimony in front of 60+ people. I had stopped believing in the effectiveness of international missions; through RUF, I've spent a week in Greece serving believers and those in need in Athens. These changes in my heart are not my own work or Robert's work, but rather, it's been God who's been shaping me into a new man--RUF and my friends there have been a tool He's used to bless me and grow me into a new creation, and I think every other RUFer would testify the same."

-"George," class of 2023, grew up in a large non-denominational context

"RUF is a space where I can grow in pursuing God through His Word, community, and ministry. I'm learning what it means to serve and 'do ministry' and how I can love people in those ways. I'm super grateful for the RUF community that encourages and challenges me in my faith and in life!"

-"Clare," class of 2024, grew up in a broader Presbyterian context