Fall has settled in here in Ufa. The temperatures have cooled and the leaves are changing color and falling from the trees. It really is a beautiful sight. I myself can’t help but look at this and see God through His creation. Other people here have mentioned to me in conversation how God has spoken to them through the beauty of this time of the year as well. For people like me who don’t get to see changes in seasons like this it truly is an experience that I appreciate! For me, I have seen God at work not only through nature, but also among the people here in Ufa. It is so nice to see people who desire to know God more and to make His love known to others. I have a friend here that always shares her spiritual life with me. How God is working in her life, where she is struggling and the like. It is so encouraging to me to see how God is working in her life and to share with her where I see God working in both my life and in others here in Ufa. Another thing that has been encouraging to me is reading through the Gospel of John with other locals. The discussions that we have had together over this section of the Bible have really lifted my spirits. I can see the word of God really changing some of the lives of people who attend the group. Just as the seasons are always at work, so is God, all around the world and in each person’s life. I have been blessed to be a part of and see how God is at work here in Ufa! Kelly W.