While we are currently in day 4 of camp, I would like to give an update on how day 3 went.
Day 3 was just lots of fun. I really feel like a lot of the students are coming together really well. For both groups (Middle School and High School, Yellow and Green) the students had "Soaked" recreation. That means it was water day. Student Life had several unique games planned for water day, but what it all eventually came down to was find a way to dump water on the head of all your friends. That was what really made this event so much fun, just running around and goofing off. I got some good video of the high schoolers participating in "Soaked" that I hope to share with you.
Worship last night was just wonderful and very intentional. The who focus was one two things. One, be courageous in your faith; and two, extend God's love and mercy to the world. Like Eagles View Church, Student Life partner's with Compassion International. Last night they gave students an opportunity to sponsor a child who is living in poverty. Students in our group were encouraged to call their parents before they made a commitment, and now because of our group three children will now be fed, receive an education, and hear the gospel. How awesome is that?!
We ended the night hanging out as a church group. This was a laid back time and it was a lot of fun! I've been going through all the students and giving them nicknames based on Disney Cartoon characters. It has been fun, and all the students have been really involved in helping come up with everyone's nicknames.
Just so you can join in on the fun, here are a couple examples...
Luke Howell - Kronk (Emperor's New Groove)
Garrison Kuykendall - Thumper (Bambi)
Audrey Peacock - Ariel (Little Mermaid)
Micah Millsap - Young Simba (Lion King)
Cara Miller - Belle (Beauty and the Beast)
Ethan Henson - King Louis (The Jungle Book)
And many more! You'll have to ask them what their nicknames are. Hopefully I can finish nicknaming all of them today...
Tomorrow we come home, hopefully I will be able to post a Day 4 recap late tonight so that you can hear about all the exciting things God does this evening. I can't wait!
Equipping parents to disciple
Thursday, July 26, 2012
Wednesday, July 25, 2012
Camp 2012: Day 2
Hey everyone!
I am sorry I didn't get to post an update last night. We were all exhausted! It was a long, hot, tiring day, but our group did great and we are already seeing God work in some powerful ways.
I don't know if you have been able to listen in on the nightly messages, but JR Vassar (our camp speaker) is bringing the Word to these students. JR doesn't shy away from the truth that these students need to here. Last night he confronted the narcissistic culture that we, and especially these students, live in. It hit many of our group deeply when confronted with the idea that we often seek our own glory over the glory of God. So we have been challenging the students to investigate that further in their own lives. We're asking them to identify what ways they glorify themselves over God.
It was a great time at worship! We also had fun in the sun yesterday. Both our groups competed in the "Adrenaline Rush" rec games. It was chaos, but tons of fun. From giant "Dare Jenga" (where the group had to pull a jenga piece and do whatever was listed on it, such as build a human pyramid) to something called "Turkey Ball" where teams tried desperately to keep a massive 8-foot in diameter beach ball from hitting the ground. Lots of laughs, lots of team work.
I have to reiterate, your kids are AWESOME! I am so blessed to have such a respectful group of young people. So now you know they have it in them! We have had one or two hiccups, students misplacing things, not reading the schedule properly and ending up in the wrong place, or being WAY too noisy when people are trying to sleep (I'm betting several of you are thinking of your kid right now, and you're probably right!) but all-in-all when we address these things these students have been very responsible to correct their behavior and continue having fun.
I couldn't be more proud. Thank you for trusting me with your sons and daughters. I hope you are all having a wonderful week. I will post again tonight.
Lastly, if you haven't had an opportunity to send your son or daughter a letter via Student Life's website, I really encourage you to do so. I know you might think, "Well he/she doesn't want to be bothered by me. I am going to give them their space." But I have students looking at me waiting for me to call their name with camp mail. It means a lot to them, so send them some encouragement. You can click the link below to do this.
Also if you would like to you can purchase them a shirt or a gift certificate if you would like.
Click Here to go to the Student Life North Texas "Experience Page"
I am sorry I didn't get to post an update last night. We were all exhausted! It was a long, hot, tiring day, but our group did great and we are already seeing God work in some powerful ways.
I don't know if you have been able to listen in on the nightly messages, but JR Vassar (our camp speaker) is bringing the Word to these students. JR doesn't shy away from the truth that these students need to here. Last night he confronted the narcissistic culture that we, and especially these students, live in. It hit many of our group deeply when confronted with the idea that we often seek our own glory over the glory of God. So we have been challenging the students to investigate that further in their own lives. We're asking them to identify what ways they glorify themselves over God.
It was a great time at worship! We also had fun in the sun yesterday. Both our groups competed in the "Adrenaline Rush" rec games. It was chaos, but tons of fun. From giant "Dare Jenga" (where the group had to pull a jenga piece and do whatever was listed on it, such as build a human pyramid) to something called "Turkey Ball" where teams tried desperately to keep a massive 8-foot in diameter beach ball from hitting the ground. Lots of laughs, lots of team work.
I have to reiterate, your kids are AWESOME! I am so blessed to have such a respectful group of young people. So now you know they have it in them! We have had one or two hiccups, students misplacing things, not reading the schedule properly and ending up in the wrong place, or being WAY too noisy when people are trying to sleep (I'm betting several of you are thinking of your kid right now, and you're probably right!) but all-in-all when we address these things these students have been very responsible to correct their behavior and continue having fun.
I couldn't be more proud. Thank you for trusting me with your sons and daughters. I hope you are all having a wonderful week. I will post again tonight.
Lastly, if you haven't had an opportunity to send your son or daughter a letter via Student Life's website, I really encourage you to do so. I know you might think, "Well he/she doesn't want to be bothered by me. I am going to give them their space." But I have students looking at me waiting for me to call their name with camp mail. It means a lot to them, so send them some encouragement. You can click the link below to do this.
Also if you would like to you can purchase them a shirt or a gift certificate if you would like.
Click Here to go to the Student Life North Texas "Experience Page"
Monday, July 23, 2012
Camp 2012: Day 1
Hey parents! First off I want to let you know that we arrived safely and are now well settled in to camp.
We just got back from orientation where we got to hear from our camp leaders, speaker, and worship leader. I have an awesome feeling about this camp, already the students are bonding and having a great time! Check back here for more stories and updates from camp.
Also, feel free to go to StudentLife.com , there you can listen to our worship service live our send your son or daughter a note. It is great encouragement for these students to know their parents are thinking about them and praying for them.
Have a great week, I know we will!!
We just got back from orientation where we got to hear from our camp leaders, speaker, and worship leader. I have an awesome feeling about this camp, already the students are bonding and having a great time! Check back here for more stories and updates from camp.
Also, feel free to go to StudentLife.com , there you can listen to our worship service live our send your son or daughter a note. It is great encouragement for these students to know their parents are thinking about them and praying for them.
Have a great week, I know we will!!
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