Meet theEDGE leaders (Jim and David)

Meet theEDGE Leaders is an opportunity for you as parents to get to know the other adults in your students lives. This week, meet Jim and David, two of our 6th grade guys small group leaders.

My  name is Jim Magadance, one of the older small group leaders enjoying Wednesday nights at theEDGE with the 6th grade boys. I have been an Eau Claire resident all my life and at Jacob's Well the past two years. I graduated from the University of Eau Claire (BBA) I am a life long Packer fan!

I serve at theEDGE to help make a difference in the lives of students. To help them model their lives like Christ and to be a better person through spiritual growth. I share the same interests in God and hope to prove one on one support to the small groups. I want to be a friend and a coach. As young boys slowly turn into young men it has been exciting to see the enthusiasm shown in the half hour sessions. We have completed a look of the 10 Commandments and understand how important our relationship with God is. Now working through 40 Days in the Word we are learning how to read the bible while living the word of God.  

Hi! I'm David Bauer and I am going to be turning 30 in a few weeks. I've lived in Eau Claire since 2006 and I'm originally from Ladysmith (so a true Wisconsonite!) I love camping, going to movies, being outside (when there's no snow), reading, playing games, doing puzzles, and spending time with people. I recently got married last fall to my beautiful wife, Melissa, and we currently live on the west side of town. I can't forget to mention that we have a little yorkie names Becky. Becky sure brings joy to our lives. Melissa and I just recently started going to Jacob's Well three months ago. We really love what God is doing and are blessed to be a part of it.

He has really blessed me with working with the 6th grade boys. I love serving at theEDGE because it gives me an opportunity to pour into the lives of the guys in my group. It has been a joy for me to see them grow and learn more about how good our God is. I feel that anytime you invest in the youth you are helping to brighten their day and show them God's love. Every week is filled with energy and the students are eager to learn. I love seeing their faces, having fun with them, teaching them, and just being silly.

I liked how giving the students were when they all raised money for soccer balls. It was a great example of sacrifice and God's love. People on the other side of the world can now enjoy playing with soccer balls. I really appreciate the uniqueness of every students and what they contribute to the group. I've really enjoyed teaching students and look forward to each Wednesday night! 

Ask your student who their small group leaders are and what they think of them. Do you have any stories about how a small group leader has impacted your child's life? Share it in the comment section below.