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September Newsletter

SHANNON’S CORNER

Connect. Nurture. Grow.


Thank you for your faithfulness in praying for this ministry.  Each debrief is a sacred invitation—a chance to step into someone’s story, even if only for a short stretch of the journey.  It feels a bit like being allowed to glimpse a painting still in progress.  We may not yet see the final picture, but we trust the One who promises to complete the good work He has begun until the day of Christ Jesus (Phil. 1:6).

Recently, in an online debrief, the missionary shared: “I am in a much better place since our initial meeting.  Taking the time to process my lived experience overseas and to grieve the losses, I now feel I have the capacity to move forward here in my new season of life.”

We also had the joy of walking alongside three third culture children. To see their eyes light up as their stories were received with understanding and care was priceless.  These children do not often have many who truly grasp their unique life experience, and yet through a listening ear and nurturing presence, their hearts were touched and affirmed.

Another debrief was with a young family who intentionally stepped away from support raising to pause, reflect, and process their last term.  Together, we explored the “heart-pack” they carry—the things weighing them down, the treasures to hold onto, and the tools already in their hands.  It was a sacred time of releasing, surrendering, and also receiving new tools to repack into their “heart-pack” as they walk into the season ahead. 

Stories like this are possible because of your prayers. Each time you lift this ministry before the Father, you are helping to create a safe space for people to pause, reflect, and heal.  Your intercession is part of the unseen brushstrokes God is using to bring restoration and hope into lives in transition.  “He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.” — Psalm 147:3

We are excited to share that TCK Connect has launched once again, weekly meetings during the school year.  At our very first gathering, 23 students ages 12–18 came together, along with four student leaders and four adult leaders.  This year we are especially thankful to welcome three new student leaders—an incredible answer to prayer as older students are stepping up to guide and invest in their peers.

Our first meeting was filled with energy and connection as we got to know where everyone is currently living. For introductions, we played a game called Commonality—discovering all the things we share in common as a group, and then each person naming something unique about themselves that no one else could claim.  It was a beautiful reminder that while these students share many experiences as third culture kids, each also carries their own story, gifts, and individuality.


Please continue to pray for these student leaders as they grow in confidence and maturity, and for all students to find a safe place of belonging where they feel both understood and celebrated.  May God use this community to nurture deep friendships and strengthen faith during these formative years.

Life Transitions Coaching with Shannon:

This past month, I’ve had the joy of coaching four individuals, each navigating very different life transitions.  One was settling into a new place and asking, How do I form friendships here?  Another was stepping into a new role and exploring, Who do I want to become in this position?  Still another was considering a career transition, working through what is needed, what is healthy, and how to approach the change with wisdom. And one was walking through a season of ministry growth, discerning what structures and support are needed in this new growth phase.

In each session, subtle but powerful shifts took place.  Clients walked away with fresh awareness, new ideas to try, and a renewed sense of hope and focus for what lies ahead.  If you—or someone you know—are in a season of transition, I would love to walk alongside you as a coach.

As you can see, God is at work in many different ways—through debriefs, with TCK Connect, and in the lives of those walking through life transitions.  Each story is a reminder that healing, growth, and hope come when we make space to pause, reflect, and invite Him into the journey.  Thank you for the vital role you play through your prayers, encouragement, and support.  My prayer for you is that in your own transitions, you would also experience the Father’s faithful presence, guiding hand, and sustaining grace.

 “May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.” – Romans 15:13


PRAYER REQUESTS

Praise the Lord for healing my right foot!

Praise the Lord for connecting, nurturing, and growing the 3 TCKs during their debrief!

Praise the Lord for the couple debrief – time for rest and reflection and some coaching to think through some next steps in moving forward!

Praise the Lord for the semester start of TCK Connect! New students joined!

Praise the Lord for the beauty of the Ozarks!

Pray for 3-day online debrief with missionary serving in Armenia Sept 22nd – 24th.

Pray for member care trip to South Asia – Oct 7th – 24th. – missionary couple debrief, missionary retreat, 1:1 care sessions, and possible TCK debrief.

Pray for students of TCK Connect to feel seen and heard, laugh, and know they are not alone.

Pray for our partner ministries: Safe Place Ministry, Refresh & Resound International, & Tributary Retreat Center for debriefs.

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Shannon Eaton

107 Old York Rd Apt 5

New Cumberland, PA 17070

(724) 967-1437


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