Hi Friends, Family, Prayer Partners!
We are a ways past summer now, but let me recap some highlights from the last few months!
In a fairly last minute type of way, we decided to run a version of our LDP program, which is our leadership training program for teens who are desiring to grow in their relationship with Jesus and want to work at Gimli Bible Camp. I was in charge of putting this program together and it all came together quite well. Most of the program is hands on working with the campers, and a few training sessions peppered in here and there. It is always encouraging to see young teens take their faith seriously and give up valuable time in summer to serve the Kingdom!
I got to lead a group of some pretty rascally boys on Saturdays! Our camp director has said that one thing that hasn't changed much in camp ministry over 50 years is.... the campers!!! These campers were busy, excited, sometimes a little out of control and really enjoyed their time here! I loved playing wide games because these guys had my back, and were always quick to make sure I came to life! One great thing about leading kids at camp is that.... you can let your inner kid come out! The opportunity to lead them had me reflecting on those teens and adults who made a significant impact on my life when I was a young kid. For me those with the biggest impact weren't about the conversations we had, but about the time spent together and the memories made. Young kids need more adult interactions in their lives, that's for sure!
We were very excited to host 2 weeks+ of hosting campers for a field trip out to Rise Again Ranch! Although are setup was very basic, it was a highlight of many of the campers to come and interact with our animals, horses, and the 'farm life' It was interesting to see that on different days the chickens were a big hit, the next day it was the horses, and sometimes the rabbits!
This fall has been very busy trying to complete some projects on the home yard before winter and I have been putting together an online auction fundraiser for our discipleship retreats at GBC. Our campers have very little spiritual input in their lives at home in Winnipeg, so we are hoping to run a couple of retreats again this year to speak more of Jesus into their lives! Please, Please, if you have some items to donate let me know, and when the bidding opens up, please come out and bid aggressively!!!! (Insert Smiley Face)
Enjoy the pictures of the summer events!
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