Thursday, July 12, 2007

Camp iMac

We're out in Beaumont, Texas with our student ministry for camp iMac all this week. This year we decided to combine our summer youth camp activities with a mission trip to Texas and it has been a blast so far. The students have experienced awesome worship every morning and every night with a kickin' youth band called Riverdale. They've also had a blast with some crazy summer camp games. But, best of all, is how God is working and moving in all the student's lives. He has challenged them to get out of their comfort zone and step out of the boat just like Peter did to experience Him in new ways. Each student has been giving of themselves and working hard to repair hurricane damaged homes. The kids have also been reaching out to the community by adopting a family in need from one of the houses we're repairing. Last night the students gave over $100 to by toys for the kids and food for the family. Each student was deeply touched as we were able to give the family these gifts this morning. God is also challenging the students in their spiritual walk. Many have drawn closer to God and have been challenged to minister for Him wherever they go. But the most exciting event so far was definitely our evening service last night when 4 students prayed to receive Christ and started a brand new relationship with Him. If you're a parent of one of any of the students here at iMac, please know that they are safe, challenged, and each on will be coming back much closer to God.