What? You have to update these things?

Well, who knew? People expect to see new and perhaps deeply moving thoughts posted here on a fairly regular basis ... hmmmm! I'll see what I can do.

Exciting times here at Reach. We have most of the team musicians here early for an extra week of training. It is so nice to have a little activity around the offices. I have to tell you, though, I sat behind these four men at daily Mass this morning ... and they are a tall front line! Can't wait to meet the rest of our new team members - they arrive on August 27. Keep watching the web-site for updates!

And - if you are interested in scheduling a Reach Retreat in your parish, call soon (509-678-8754)! The calendar fills up a little more each day. You can also email me at tracie@reachym.com Either way, I'd love to hear from you.

May God bless your remaining days of summer,

Tracie

My First Blog ... EVER!

Wow - my first blog! My kids will be so proud :-)

I'm not quite sure what to do with this new medium in my life. Time will tell, I guess. But for now, let me say ... what a blessing to work for REACH Youth Ministry! I've been around since the earliest days of this ministry (dare I admit that I was in high school in the mid-1970's when we in the youth group came up with the name?!), but to be on staff at this point in my life is incredible. The daily call to holiness in the example set by Dan, Laura, and our team members is a constant challenge and inspiration to me. What a wonderful place to spend my days.

In case you're wondering, when I'm not here in the office, I'm home with my husband of 24 years, Mike, our dog, our cat, and (sometimes) our kids. Michael will begin his senior year at Washington State University (Pullman, WA) on Aug. 21. Megan will begin her sophomore year at St. Martin's University (Lacey, WA) on Aug. 28. Our nest will be empty once again, and, really, we do miss our kids when they are at school ... but we also kinda like it when the nest is empty!

Blessings,

Tracie