CRU Update

This week’s CRU was a bittersweet one, being the last one for our Year 12s, many of whom have been coming to CRU since Year 7. After a brief game run by Josh Gallant, we delved into a Bible reading from Colossians 4:2-6.

Nathanael Robertson then gave a talk to sum up the book of Colossians – he began by helpfully drawing upon the analogy of birthday cards, with the last line typically being a cliched “I hope you have a great day”. However, throughout Paul’s letter he instead gives Christians practical advice. He begins by encouraging consistent devotion through prayer, urging us to: ‘Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful.’ (Col 4:2)

In particular, Paul urged the Colossians to pray that people would know the ‘mystery of Christ’ due to its immense importance towards all of us. This ethos is encouraged throughout Shore in many aspects such as Christian Studies classes, Chapel and CRU. Paul ends with a brief ‘Grace be with you,’ serving as a reminder that Jesus’s grace saved us thus and to continue in this grace.

After a group prayer, each of our leaving Year 12s talked about their favourite CRU memory. They ranged from the annual Shabbot’s CRU camp to group discussions in CRU, but a common theme amongst them all was the sense of community being a Christian gives you, both within your cohort but also learning from older boys and eventually teaching younger peers whilst forming genuine friendships along the way.

Moving forward, we will be continuing with CRU on Thursdays for Years 7 and 8 and Fridays for Years 9 and 10. If you are a Christian or considering becoming one, I strongly encourage you to come to both ask questions and develop your understanding of God.

Jayden Pan
10 GR3