Staff training went well. Praise the Lord! The staff was almost instantly connected. It is one of the most cohesive staffs I have ever been a part of. It was fun to watch them grow and connect.
Many of them have been a part of a program at Lake Ellen called TST (Teen Service Team) where they serve by logging to heat the camp in the winters and helping in the kitchen. It is neat to see them return on staff and be so excited to connect with old friends on their new assignment.
Our counselors and I have determined our goal as being "to be disciples and make disciples" and would appreciate any prayers toward that goal.
Week 1 went well. The counselors and I had so much fun with the campers. The 2nd and 3rd graders were a handful and had lots of energy, but they are also so honest and remind us of what childlike trust really looks like. We particularly enjoyed one camper who was honest and always had a story to share.
The campers connected well with the bible teaching too as they learned how to find scriptures in their Bibles for the sword drills. We were blessed with Rian & Jill Bass, who taught about parables through skits, guests, and Jill's chalk art that includes a hidden black-light picture. We have recorded 2 decisions to live for Christ, which we rejoice in! I think many other campers left with a fuller view of God and a commitment to serve him. Praise the Lord!
We pray that the campers are continuing to seek the Lord and learn more as a result of the teaching they heard during Bible Lesson Times, chapels, devotions, and teachable moments. Would you join in praying for these things with me?
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