Wednesday at Camp

Another great day! The sun actually came out some today and took the chill off. Yes, I said chill! It's been very cool here. It's early spring here, but the winter has seemed to be extended longer than usual. We have been able to see our breath most mornings...how's that for mid August! Everyone has been scrambling for blankets; quite a switch from what we're used to.

These kids continue to amaze us! Bright, articulate, gifted, so creative....in spite of limited education and training, these young people persevere. Our afternoon sessions for the guys and gals remain the highlight of our day. Today, one of the girls gave two recitations, one on abstinence and the other on the African woman. Both were so powerful and eloquently presented! We tried to capture it on video. I wish you could all see and hear it.

Tonight was the "cultural show" where the kids share dances and songs from their various tribes. It's interesting to see how central one's tribe is to most everything in this culture. It's really fascinating to learn about the diversity and history of these groups.

It's hard to believe that tomorrow is our last full day. Friday camp will end after lunch so the team can prepare to return to the US. We have all been impacted so greatly. The local partners are thrilled with what has taken place The kids seem to be soaking everything in and sharing more of their thoughts and questions. We have had some very deep questions during the sessions that let us know they are truly seeking to know and understand.

Our hope and prayer is that this will not be just a "camp experience" for them. We want them to have fun, and they have, but most of all, we hope that they realize how much Jesus loves them and wants them to know Him. The solutions to the overwhelming challenges here are in endless debate, but the core issue is still a heart issue; they, like everyone, need the Lord.