Over the hump and still moving forward!

Today was a where several of us felt we found our rhythm - some through ease of work and others through monotony of the day. A highlight for our students is that their is a family of 5 here who is also from Denver and they have built good friendships. After dinner tonight their family and our youth group went for ice cream and the students have really begun to click. It has been exciting for the leaders to see our students reach out to this family who don’t have a church home and share with them about their experiences at Calvary as a way of inviting them to church. As the day wrapped up our evening programming discussed the cost each of us are willing to offer in order to in a healthy relationship with God. During our youth group devotion time we heard how our students realized they have been contributing in tangible ways to bring about glimpses of heaven here on earth. It has been encouraging to hear their stories of how they see their gifts and abilities being used for the bigger picture. 

Tonight’s reflections come from Natalie and Michael.  

"I feel like today was one of the most powerful days I’ve had at camp. The sermon spoke to me in ways I cannot describe and I am so thankful for the amazing worship crew we have at the church that we are staying at. After my group and I got done working for the day, I was hanging out in the “basement” of the church where there is a ping pong table and a couch where we can all go to hang out, talk, and become closer with each other. Someone I had only one conversation with invited me to get ice cream with them. Today was a great experience for me to grow closer to the people in my youth group, and the many people at the church. I’m so happy for the awesome people here with me."
- Natalie

"Today I loved the night time sermon.  It really spoke to me.  I think that they did a really great job.  I have really enjoyed listening to what they are saying.  I love to listen to what the leaders have to say.  I can not wait for tomorrow. A brand new day, and a new start."
- Michael

Tomorrow is our last day of serving with Week of Hope and we are thankful for the opportunity to have served this week and look forward to ending on a strong note. We are thankful you all are with us, even from afar. 

Good night from Greeley!