This weeks marks the end of summer for me. Study leave is over. Vacation is done. I’m back in the pulpit, back to my regular work, and back to blogging.

Speaking of which, I thought I’d ease back into blogging by reflecting a little on what I’ve been doing for the past month and a half. Later in the week, I’ll share a few fruits from my doctoral studies. Today will be a little more personal.
The letter below is what I sent to our congregation as a way of summing up my summer. It will give you a feel for real life in the DeYoung household, and a couple pointers for prayer (if anyone is so inclined). If nothing else, it will catch up to speed the URC folks who are more likely to see this post on Facebook than check their email!