Thank You CRU® is so thankful for those who faithfully give of their time, money and efforts to support our ministries. We want to say thank you to these three people, who have played a vital role in the work of CRU over many years:
JESSICA HEWSON
Jessica has been involved with CRU for close to 15 years. Jess first attended and then had the opportunity to lead on Year 12 Study Camps. Jess grew up in a Christian family, but made a commitment for herself at youth group in Year 7. She sees CRU playing such an important part in shaping young people’s faith at this formative age. “CRU provides a space and opportunity for students to engage with and ask questions about Christianity before so many of the distractions of life such as university, work and family take hold.” Jess knows several young people who have come to faith through CRU. She sees the value of strong relationships built on camp - many years on, people remain close and continue to encourage each other in faith. Jess and her husband, Paul, have financially supported the ministry of CRU and Jess has recently joined the CRU Board and Finance Committee. Jess also loves spending time with her baby Isla – a future CRU camper! Thank you, Jess, for your involvement in CRU Camps and for using your finance expertise to serve God through CRU.
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SIMON DUNN
EMMERSON BRUMBY
Simon is a lawyer, father and songleader for Mona Vale Anglican Church. He has attended a number of CRU Business Lunches at Parliament House and has heard some moving and inspiring testimonies from students who have come to faith on CRU Camps.
Emmerson came to faith on a CRU Year 12 Study Camp in 2017! It was the very first time she had encountered Jesus and the Christian faith - and in the space of a few short days, she became convinced of the truth of Jesus and convicted of her need for His love and forgiveness.
Simon volunteers his legal services each year so that people in the CRU community have the opportunity to get their Will written for free, and to consider including a gift in their Will to CRU. Simon attended a Men’s Working Bee weekend at the Lake Mac campsite 10 years ago and is looking forward to more kids hearing the message of the gospel at the campsite now that the site has been redeveloped. Simon believes that the work of CRU is especially important in high schools as teenagers are questioning the world and their place in it. He says, “CRU leaders are uniquely placed to make a connection with students when they are engaged in outdoor activities, experiencing God’s creation away from their usual routines.” Thank you, Simon, for your involvement with CRU and for offering your legal expertise at our upcoming Wills Day on Friday, 23 October.
Emmerson said it was a great honour to be able to direct the very first camp at the redeveloped Lake Mac site. Over the course of the week, Emmerson had the privilege of witnessing two campers come to faith, four recommit their lives to Christ, and many others who were keen to keep exploring Christianity further. “CRU is doing life-changing, eternityaltering work, all for the sake of the gospel and to the glory of God. The effect and impact of this is just immeasurable,” Emmerson says. She is excited for the work of CRU to continue to impact young lives in the years to come and prays for a revival of people who know, love, and trust in the Lord Jesus. We thank you, Emmerson, for directing the first camp at the new Lake Mac site and for your passion and commitment to help kids come to know and love Jesus!
