As those of you who were there know, I was commissioned at both services this morning. It was quite a bittersweet moment both knowing that I was leaving, then knowing the reason I was leaving. As always, many of our students enjoy their sleep so they showed up to the second service. As Bill asked the youth to stand up and I looked over at my of my guys I shed a tear for probably the first time since I found out I was leaving. After many years of attending Getwell, then 2 more of working there, I knew that the guys would be ok since the arrival of Nate Russell, and knowing all the leaders that pour into our students will continue doing so. I also know that I am now ready to go to England after constantly being poured into by the people hear at; both the adults and the students. Getwell has been a family to me the past 8 years and I don't just mean a church family either. Even when things got tough for me in high school, the people of Getwell took care of me and I have found comfort calling Getwell my home. I have learned many things during my time here, from Greg Meek teaching me how to shave to Sarah Pounders teaching me how to dress. I am so grateful for all the spiritual guidance I have received from the staff, Danny Hinton, and the small group leaders I had throughout my time in the youth group. The reason I am ready to go to another country for a year and work with the youth is because God put me at Getwell where he knew I would be able to learn from the people here. So, to all of you who have had an impact on my life I would like to say thank you. You have meant more to me than you will ever know and I look forward to coming back next year and sharing stories of how great God was and what he did through me. Even though I may get homesick, missing Getwell, the grace that I have found in Jesus Christ will continue to strengthen me as I finish preparing to leave and as I am there for the year. Please continue to pray for me when possible and keep an eye on the students for me.
Grace be with you,
Hunter Brooks
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