This activity gives us time to get to know students without any distractions and with a common goal: get back to camp. Last time I was able to have long talks with students and leaders about scripture and what it means to accept yourself for who you are while still pursuing something better. I just assumed this year I would spend the time mostly alone, reading and sleeping. Stupid cold. (<--That was literally my thought as the teams left...)
However, God had better plans. He blessed me with the opportunity to talk with some believers here: one student, one intern from Slovakia, one missionary, and one pastor's wife. We were able to enjoy each other's company and talk about the needs of Czech Republic and Fusion. Essentially they need interns to come and help build up the church. The church here is doing well but are so small that only a few people are available to do all the work. This is leading some leaders toward burnout.
Additionally, after what happened to missionary visas in Great Britain, we know that missionaries may suddenly be sent out of the country with very little warning. Thus, we must support the church while we can so that if/when that happens they will be strong enough to survive. I know God is always faithful to His people, but I believe it is our duty to strengthen the church in person when at all possible. I don't know how this will look or if I will help, I just know that the need is there. Will you please pray for the church here as they figure out how to create situations for interns and missionaries?
I also ask that you pray for the relationships that are being built on Survival. So many good conversations are happening as I type and we want those conversations to continue. It is amazing what happens when people only have each other to survive!
Thank you for your prayers! I pray that you are blessed as you partner with me and my team.
Here area couple pics from today. Our second choir rehearsal and a game of four square with some students.
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