Three years ago, I joined the International School Project, a ministry of Cru that helps teachers around the world build discipleship communities. I planned to write and travel. It was a great opportunity, so I followed God’s leading.

When the pandemic started, I said goodbye to planned trips. I used the time to train the other writers on the team. They were quick studies and created wonderful work. I worked myself out of a job and my responsibilities gravitated toward administration.

I enjoyed the time working with people, managing projects is not part of my skill set. I prayed about what might come next. I sensed God’s leading me to write full time.

While I value reaching educators with the gospel and training them to reach their peers, I’m looking forward to a new opportunity.

Earlier this year, I tentatively began a conversation with my friends at Cru Storylines, our digital magazine. That led to an invitation to join their team. I accepted, and I started that role last week.

Next, I’ll start writing a story about giving thanks that will run in the November issue.

Thank you for praying for me as I take on this new role. My health has been an uphill battle. On a positive note, I have a diagnosis (myositis), a doctor, and a treatment plan. I can tell I’m making progress, but it’s going to take time for me to regain my strength. Please keep praying.

Thank you for the valuable part you play in the work God has called Mark and me to do together. Because of your prayers and generosity, we’re able to equip students and laypeople around the world to share the gospel with their peers.

Sincerely in Christ, — Anne Marie, for the Winz family