Camp was wonderful
A bit of a surprise, I know, to those of you who’ve heard me “whine” about youth camp in France. Two years ago, I melted down after only two days. There are constant pressures, and the pace is way too fast from early morning till, well, early morning. Government restrictions keep us busy at all times. And many of the youth come from very troubled homes.
But this year things just seemed to click for the 57 teens ages 13 to 17. The teaching went well. My room was cooperative (most of the time). The activities well-accepted (we have different activities and crafts for each day, and they take a lot of effort to prepare). The group games were spectacular. The meditations were very moving.
Two of the youth from Geneva were baptized into Christ. Two others from Marseilles were also added to the Lord.
Wife did well in the kitchen, as did Son 2 with his responsibilities with the 63 kids ages 7 to 12. Daughter enjoyed her last year as a camper. She has made good friends with many of the teens her age who attend this event annually.
All this time Son 1 was at home in Lausanne. Having just finished exams, and knowing he would have to prepare the two upcoming tests, he couldn’t risk needing a week of recovery. BTW, he has passed everything with flying colors. Just two more to do, and those he’s preparing with a buddy from Basel.
Thanks for dropping by.
August 2nd, 2007 at 3:02 pm
Good to see you back in print and feeling positive about camp. Sounds like Family is into positive, as well! Missed you………….
August 2nd, 2007 at 5:03 pm
So what is it, are we down to “even weeks” now?
Good to hear from you. I was beginning to think that giant French mosquitoes had carried you off to parts unknown.
August 2nd, 2007 at 7:22 pm
It is always a good feeling when Camp is over congrats on the baptisms. Thanks for the email and give “Gunk Ball” a chance next year.
August 2nd, 2007 at 11:38 pm
You have been sooooo missed, and I have been really curious about all that food Wife had to prepare for all those campers. What’s the usual kind of main course for kids’ camp in France, anyway — Brochettes de poulet au romarin? And what about around the campfire — would that be something like chocolate fondu (kinda like S’mores, but not quite, eh)?
Glad you all had a great time!
August 3rd, 2007 at 12:56 am
Hooray, Brady is back! Hooray! Glad you guys made it back safely and had a good time. Praise God for the children that accepted Christ. Glad Son 1 passed his exams too.
August 3rd, 2007 at 6:30 pm
Welcome back!! I enjoyed camp for many years but am glad I don’t have that on my calender any longer. That said, there are times I miss camp.