Our students are awesome.

Just a quick note to let you know that our students are awesome. I have not heard one complaint about work, communicating, housing, etc.. Sure, they have laughed at a few situations, but I am really impressed at how these students have stepped up in difficult situations. Many have had impromptu testimonies, total plan changes, etc...and they have just rolled with it.

THey are doing very well, and they are all having a great time. We are working very hard and getting very sweaty, but all is well. Today, one group had to lead an entire worship service with 20 minutes notice. I reminded them that God promises that his strength is known in our weakness. If they seek him, he will give them the strength to continue to love and serve. Sure enough the service went really well.

Thank you God.

We have one day of work left and our students (and leaders) can't wait for our day at the beach! We'll see you Sunday night!

We have landed safely!

We've made it here safely, thanks for praying and keep on praying! I probably won't be able to blog while I am down here, so if you need any emergency contact info, ask Dennis Carlson or Jim Coslow.

Flight Information

Here is our flight itinerary:

Sunday, June 22
DL 1691
DL 409

Sunday, June 29
DL 410
DL 1772-11.30PM

PLEASE PICK UP YOUR STUDENTS AT THE AIRPORT! WATCH THE FLIGHT STATUS AND PLEASE BE ON TIME!

Last Meeting Summary

Here's a quick rundown on our last meeting and everything you need to know, before you go.

Wednesday 6/18- turn in your passport and 3 forms(health, consent to travel/medical) into the church office, not at the picnic!
Saturday 6/21- 11AM-Noon, drop off all luggage, except carry-on.
Sunday 6/22- 4.15AM Students in the van, ready to go with carry-on but, without cell phone or ipods!

Extra packing items:
2 sheets
1 pillow
Spending $$$-($100, no large bills)
NO SHORTS, except for sleeping and beach
Gift for host family
Don't forget a journal and bible!~~Start Now!

Conflict in the group? ---> Matt. 18

Pick up a cd of the music, and learn the songs!

Read the bible stories!

Packing Reminder

If you have downloaded the packing list, here are a few additional reminders for what you should or should not wear. This list trumps the packing list! Also, watch for a itenarary to be posted in the links soon!

Don't forget about the prayer for everyone during our church services this Sunday. Please be there, just look for your leaders.

What to wear…
-t-shirts need to glorify God and edify others.
-no white t-shirts
-NO shorts, unless for sleeping or the beach.

What to wear to Church…
-ladies wear skirts, look respectful…no shoulders, dress shoes, bible
-men wear khakis, and button down shirt, bible

Day camp
-jeans, t-shirt, shoes, hat, sunscreen, NO shorts,

Sleeping
-long pj bottoms(or shorts) and shirt, NO shorts in public view,
-flipflops- for showers, etc… ear plugs

Beach
-shorts, shirt, towel, sunscreen, flip-flops,
-one piece bathing suit

If teaching the bible lessons, you must wear church clothes!

Remeber we want to respect our hosts as we serve them. It's not about us!

Drivers needed for trip to airport...

We need two van drivers for our 4.30AM departure to the airport on June 22. We also need two mini-vans/suburban/big autos and drivers with them.
Our vans will hold 28 people with the trailer for luggage. We will use the other two vans/etc.. for the other 8 people and luggage.

All luggage will be dropped of the day before we leave so we don't have to hassle with packing issues at 4.30AM! More info to come!

Please let me know if you will drive a van or if you will driver your vehicle.

I will see all students at the June 16th final meeting! 11 AM!