Day One Is Nearly Done

I think we are finally settled in and the excitement is running high. We all found the dining hall and the information overload began. We have things to do, places to be and people to see and there is a lot to process. We try really hard to make sure new kids feel comfortable about their schedule and their surroundings.

Tonight we met our camp pastor who introduced our theme of "connect". There has got to be something God wants me to get since everywhere I go, that's the theme. We were divided into track groups tonight. That's the type of ministry we will do. None of our kids are alone in a group and we have lots of different places to go. More on that in a minute. Adam Droscha and I are creative. Or so they think. We will be visiting six places to share and sing. We will be in Williamsburg, Corbin and Jellico, TN. I think we have people in 18 different tracks and tonight we shared stories of what was to come. Yardwork, shelters, nursing homes, apartment complexes are all on the list. There will be plenty of stories after tomorrow.

Tonight was also the night to share prayer partner cards with everyone. Thank you to all the prayer partners for your commitment. All that God does here is because people pray.

There is definite excitement about the ministry opportunities. Tomorrow will be a great time of church group devotions.

It's been a good day. Of course any day on a mission trip without the introduction a law enforcement official is a good day.

Notes from all over:

I (Ryan) have a girl in my track that shares that she is REAAAAALY sensitive to getting poison ivy. I guess holding hands with her in the prayer circle would be a bad idea. Makes you scratch your head and think doesn't it? At least I do.

Lynda reports that Austin is the mature one in her group. Compliment to Austin or criticism of her group-you decide.

I take Bev to Shipshewana for our 30th anniversary. She buys a giant pixie stick for Austin. Where did the romance go?

Rob noted that the steep embankments on campus would make perfect sliding venues should we receive a gully-washer like last year.

Thanks to Justin for reminding me that I need sunscreen for mi cabeza.

I'll be happy to pass on your comments to the group. Until tomorrow.