Jim Wood Executive Director, Wears Valley Ranch   Wears Valley Ranch exists to promote the spiritual, emotional, intellectual, social and physical development of children in need of a stronger family support system through Christ-centered home settings. Wood Shavings A wonderful summer is coming to an end. We had more professions of faith at Camp Arrowwood than ever before. In fact, it was about twice the normal number. This was in conjunction with using the splendid video, "Defining Moments," part of My Hope America with Billy Graham. We are very grateful for what God did with this and praying for a great work of God across our nation this November. Do you have a list of 10 people you are praying for and reaching out to? At the end of August, we had our week of staff training here at the Ranch. This is more than dispensing information and reminding everyone of policy guidelines (trying to drink from a hydrant). It is a time of corporate worship, morale building, and relationship deepening. We treasure this time together-- and we needed it. So much of what we do and how we do it is about building relationships. Children come to us having experienced pain and trauma of various kinds. For many, it is difficult to learn to trust again. Thank God we see His love break through again and again as our dedicated caregivers consistently point them to the One Who is always trustworthy. Please know that your support is deeply appreciated. This ministry relies on God's faithfulness displayed through His people. We ask you to continue to pray for us and help spread the word about what God is doing here. The glory belongs to Him!