I grew up in a family where "being good" was what mattered. I was baptized, experienced my first communion, confirmed- the whole package, but as someone who had only been to church a handful of times what I knew was that God was our creator, and if I was a good person I would end up in heaven. I honestly don't know if I was really worried where I would end up. I wanted people to like me, and to be known for doing the right thing. So I made sure I was a great student, good athlete, best friend, and all around perfect daughter. 

City Church has been an indescribable experience for me. As a Young Life leader in Tallahassee, I want to attend a church that is truly for this City. I feel most connected to a church where I can serve and grow as well as feel comfortable bringing friends who know nothing about God. It is important for me to be a part of a family that is not worried about offending someone with the truth of the Gospel. I desire a place where I can bring my Young Life friends and know that the words they hear preached are Biblical truths. 

The "Suburban Legends" series has been a heartfelt one. Not only have I heard all of the lies Dean has been addressing, but also believed many of them. I have a passion for the people in our city to know the Gospel. To know that they have a Savior who calls them His own and wants a relationship with them. I am thankful that Dean and his staff desire to change our city, facilitate us to be a part of this mission, and ultimately to share with Tallahassee the greatest love story ever told.

(Alyssa moved to Tallahassee eight years ago from southwest Florida. She attended FSU as an undergraduate and graduate student and now works as the Events & Program Coordinator in the Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs at FSU. In her free time she plans weddings, volunteers with Tallahassee Young Life, and loves cheering on her NOLES!)