One of our family's favorite series is The Chronicles of Narnia by C.S. Lewis.  In the fifth book, The Voyage of the Dawntreader, one child asks another, "Who is Aslan?  Do you know him?" The other child responds, "Well--he knows me."

Many are familiar with the stories of Narnia, and know that Aslan represents God, as He gently but fiercely guides and protects the children through their journey in Narnia.  

I love the significance of this one line. Those four words demonstrate the power of simply being known.

After Mark's recent visit to Rwanda, these four words also symbolize the transformation he witnessed at every turn.  

Maybe you will read these words today from your home, where your children are enjoying the last few free days of summer.  Or, maybe you'll be reading on your mobile device, as you dart from store to store, gathering supplies for the busy back-to-school season.

Either way, if you have children, teach children, or know children, there is one thing on most minds during these weeks: SCHOOL!  And if they're like my children, they may have their eye on a brand new backpack, pencil pouch or lunchbox they hope to select in the coming days.

As you shop for school supplies this month, we have a $50,000 question for you to consider.

With all that we've been given as American families, and with all that we will spend during this back-to-school season, we would love for you and your children to consider matching your spending, in order to provide for an unsponsored His Chase student in Rwanda.  

Would you add us to your back-to-school list?

While we're talking school supplies, did you know the average family in America will spend between $600 and $800 for back to school shopping? 

Even if we broke that number down per child and said a family spent $100 to $200 for supplies alone, do you know what that kind of matching gift could do for the His Chase program?

I'll tell you...

It is intriguing to experience God's hand at work, as He continually refines and reshapes the purpose and mission of His Chase Foundation.  We are in a season of renewal and clarification, which has been not only necessary, but also inspiring.