We had a great Fall Kickoff Thursday night. 127 students showed up from UNO, Creighton, Grace, Metro and College of St. Mary. I’m excited that we had a ton of freshmen this year. Just think, we are constantly 4 years from extinction if we don’t reach new students and have a strong freshman class every year.

Gabe and the band did a great job leading us! I’m not sure if I’m biased or if there is something really unique about worshiping with college students on Thursday nights, but it’s always a time when I feel the most connected to God throughout the week.

Jared and Andrew shared their vision for 8:08 South Campus. They’re starting a new big group night on Sunday nights at UNO’s South Campus starting in a couple weeks. It’ll be cool to see how God uses it. These guys are sharp leaders and will do a great job.

Levi Terrell (middle-left) is a UNO football standout. He was conference freshman of the year last year and led the team in rushing with 235 carries for 1,182 yards. And that after not playing in UNO’s first four games. He also loves Jesus and was a stud to help me move a ridiculously heavy gun safe out of my parents basement this summer.

Kelsy Janda (middle-right) is a phenominal artist. She is studying graphic design at the Creative Center. She puts in a ton of hours producing all the digital graphics and fliers for 8:08 and does an awesome job. She’s also leading a small group this year and lives in a house with 8 college girls. Insane!