I'm finally trying to give you a little bit of an update. Today is the first day I've felt normal (and not gone through 1 million tissues) since at least Sunday or Monday. I'm thankful that I'm feeling better! I was exposed to many germs, mold, and other allergens during camp, so I walked away feeling like I'd been run over by a truck! (not to mention how DOG TIRED we all were).
So, camp. About 127 people went to camp, and 80 of them were actual campers. Probably 80% (or more) of those people were completely lost. Thankfully, we had a week to invest in them, teach them, love them, and yes...watch the Father do His work. The week started out pretty rough because I was a co-leader for a group of 19-20 year olds. Young adults don't particularly like being told what to do! We also had 3 of our group members who were completely disruptive and obstinate. We ended up having to send them home, and I'm so thankful we did.....the entire mood of the camp changed within a couple hours after their departure. The weight of evil so so strong.
Back to the good stuff. I watched the young people in my group bond, open up, and finally open the door to the Father. It was a beautiful thing to watch their hearts change throughout the week. Many of them have already stopped by our building or come to English class. Some are even saying the words, "I am not ashamed!"
Lake Sevan was beautiful. Each morning as we gathered to pray, I stood in awe of the beautiful mountains behind the lake. It was such a joy to bring our requests to him early in the morning on the beach. (For you BCM folks, it reminded me of the joys--and early morning yawns-- of prayer breakfast). Every morning, it was a bit chilly. I came out wearing sweatpants and a fleece jacket. Slowly throughout the day, I would change into normal summer clothes. And finally in the evening, I would revert back to jeans and a jacket. The weather sounds a little insane for August, but Lake Sevan is 1900m above sea level. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lake_Sevan
If you're curious about the title of this post, it's entirely true. Showering at camp was near impossible. I'm used to the whole non-showering routine for camp (thanks Nunny Cha-ha), but I'm a little out of practice. Here were our problems for showering:
1. There was really no time to shower.
2. If I wanted to wake up early to shower, I still couldn't. The water was not turned on until later in the morning.
3. If I wanted to try to shower in the afternoon, I would most likely have water.....BUT it's possible that the hot water heater would not be working. And after being in the "cold" weather, I couldn't bear to take a cold shower!
So....
I washed my hair in the lake with some friends--more as a joke than anything else---but in truth, that was my shower for the day. Or maybe 2 days.
Sickness and stinkyness aside, camp was so wonderful. I'm so thankful for all He did in the lives of everyone there!
Yay for in-person conversation. 
4 comments:
Yay,for camps, I know just what you mean when you say Nunny prepared you for many situations.
It is awesome to hear the campers opening their hearts to Dad.
It is also awesome to have some 'in person' conversations!
I hope you soon feel better!
Your new format is really bright and colorful. Sounds like the camp was wonderful through all the learning experiences for everyone. I need to check out Lake Sevan.
Whoo Hoo for "in person" conversations! Look like camp was a total success. I really like your new layout as well! Hope all is well!
Oh yeah in the up coming months would you be willing to be "skyped" into my Sunday School class? I think it would be awesome for them to talk to a missionary in the field. We have 4-6 kids who have dedicated themselves to full time mission work this summer.
Love you
Great post. It was so descriptive, it's almost like I was there...... oh wait.... :)
I'm so glad that the experiences from camp have continued to work on the hearts of the campers and that they are actively pursuing growth with "Dad".
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