Testimonials

Since 2001, Project Burning Bush has brought high school youth onto the campus of Union Presbyterian Seminary with one purpose: to help young people discover God’s call in their lives. During their stay with us we have been changed as a campus and our students have been changed as well. Here’s a sample of what they say:

When I first got here, when we were in Improv class, when everyone was yelling "Aye!!!" In that moment, I knew I was going to love everyone there.
— Kaitlyn H., Virginia

Having someone look you in the eye and tell you that you're a child of God and call you to go wherever He leads you was just really powerful. It was more meaningful to me than anything I've every experienced....
— Emily R., Virginia

I found spiritual practices extremely helpful becasue it introduced me to new ways to bring God into my life.
— Anonymous

I learned valuable information about myself, about my relationship to God, and about my relationship to others.
— James T., North Carolina

Being surrounded by such and intense fellowship of believers was incredible.
— Anonymous

I finally realized that all was OK and that God loved me no matter what and I finally let down my guard, which is tough for me.
— Anonymous

I was blown away every day by the prayer services led by the different groups. God really spoke there.
— Anonymous

The teachers were always available to discuss anything we needed to talk about, listen to our thoughts and feelings, and encourage us to listen for God’s presence in our lives.
— Anonymous

They helped me realize I could still be active in drama but still keep faith.
— Anonymous

They allowed us to immerse ourselves in this place and to find God all over.
— Anonymous

When I came here, I was coming out of a very stressful school year. The staff's support and teaching of new ideas helped remind me of my foundations, restore my faith, and open me to whatever God might be calling me to do.
— Mel S., New Jersey

I really liked getting taught that there are many ways to minister to others.
— Anonymous

I’m bursting with ideas to bring home to my church community.
— Anonymous

If this program had been any better, I don't think I could adjust back to the real world.
— Kaitlyn H., Virginia

The teachers were always available to discuss anything we needed, listen to our thoughts and feelings, and encourage us to listen for God's presence in our lives.
— Braden W., Virginia