I learned we have a lot of talented people in our church family. It is a reminder of the truth we find in 1 Corinthians 12:12, "For just as the body is one and has many members, and all the members of the body, though many, are one body, so it is with Christ."
There are so many people that chipped in to help us "blast off". Brian Kello and Jennifer Hamlett led the charge in organizing the weekend. Brian really brought a lot of passion and encouraged our young people with his excitement.
Brian leading our final session
Amy Walton, dressed as a Capernaum resident, showing the kids the hole in her roof
There were so many crew leaders and people working behind the scenes that I can't mention everyone here. I do want you to see the rocket Bryan Bates constructed from scratch. It was incredible.
Our kids participated in what was called "projects with a purpose". Katy Brown and Heather Bates came up with two great projects to allow the kids to serve. One night they put together a care package for the homeless. The next night, they stuffed toy owls to give away to traumatized kids in the emergency room and on ambulances.
Finally, I want to recognize the Waltons and the Selfs. Amy and Christy served as story tellers to the kids and really made the scenes we read about in the Bible come alive.
where the paralytic was lowered to see Jesus
Thanks to all who participated. I know the children had a great time and learned a lot. Our theme verse for the weekend is also a good reminder to all of us. It comes from 1 John 4:7, "Beloved, let us love one another, for love is from God, and whoever loves has been born of God and knows God." Throughout the weekend, Brian would say, "God loves us, sooo...." And the children would shout back, "love each other." No matter where you are or what you've done, God loves you very much. For us as Christians, it is our mission to share that love with everyone.
Thanks to all who participated. I know the children had a great time and learned a lot. Our theme verse for the weekend is also a good reminder to all of us. It comes from 1 John 4:7, "Beloved, let us love one another, for love is from God, and whoever loves has been born of God and knows God." Throughout the weekend, Brian would say, "God loves us, sooo...." And the children would shout back, "love each other." No matter where you are or what you've done, God loves you very much. For us as Christians, it is our mission to share that love with everyone.
