Savoring God’s Faithfulness in Lubbock – FGF Highlights, Lubbock, TX

As we gathered in Lubbock, Texas for the second-to-last Fresh Grounded Faith conference, there was a bittersweet sense of celebration in the air. After 18 beautiful years, the journey of Fresh Grounded Faith is coming to a close, with our final event in November in Springfield, Missouri.

Fresh Grounded Faith Lubbock Texas Jennifer Rothschild, Tammy Trent, Michael O'Brien, Shaun Groves

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So, while we were in Lubbock, I took a moment to savor the time we had together and reflect on all the ways these gatherings have touched hearts over the years. I couldn’t help but marvel over what God has done and how He has been so faithful.

But I was also reminded that He’s not done. He’s still at work, and the hundreds of women who showed up this weekend were evidence of that.

Our conference was hosted by First United Methodist Church, a magnificent building that truly felt like a sanctuary. With its beautiful wooden pews and the soft glow of stained glass filtering the Texas sunlight, it was the perfect setting for a weekend of worship and inspiration.

Our Local Conference Coordinator, Shera Atkinson, along with our National Conference Director, Terrie Bitter, made sure everything ran like clockwork. Thanks to their leadership and the many volunteers who served with purpose and joy, there was a sense of smooth organization that let us all just relax and soak in the moment.

Michael O’Brien led worship, and let me tell you, it felt absolutely heavenly. His voice—along with the women’s voices lifting up their praises—filled that sacred space, and you could almost see the notes dancing in the stained glass light.

Tammy Trent brought us such joy and laughter, sharing her story in a way that had us both laughing and tearing up. She reminded us of the power of resilience and faith and how our Heavenly Father is always near, even in the midst of hardship and loss.

And as for me, I had the privilege of talking about Living LIGHT—letting go of the things that weigh us down and holding tight to what truly lasts. I could sense there were many women among us who needed to let “it” go, and as a result, started to feel a weight being lifted from their shoulders. Praise the Lord!

I was grateful we got to see Him at work this weekend, drawing women to Himself as they renewed their commitment to Christ and stirring their hearts to sponsor several impoverished children through Compassion International. What a good God we serve, right?

As Psalm 100:5 says, “For the Lord is good and his love endures forever; His faithfulness continues through all generations.”

Thank You, Lord, for Your goodness and faithfulness! May we step into the days ahead with confidence, remembering You are still at work and we can trust You completely.

Blessings,

Jennifer and the FGF Team!

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