Kids

Marjie and I just returned from Kids Camp in Carlisle, with the theme "Deal or No Deal". With some 500 campers, the week is an exciting and thrilling time for the kids. George Krebs is an incredible inspiration and motivator of the children and has a tremendous group of adult sponsors who assist and work with these precious young people. Two weeks ago we attended the Youth Camp, led by Doug Sayers who conducted a great Youth Camp. These weeks at the Conference Center provide opportunity for the youth of our district to get away from the normal schedule at home and be exposed to the Word, Worship, and fun times where their lives are often radically changed by the power of God. Many receive Christ as Savior and Lord, are baptized in the Holy Spirit, healed of both physical and emotional hurts, and challenged to live for God and share their faith with others when they return home.

Traversing the journey of life and faith requires a multitude of exposures to the presence of God in many different contexts. Those who miss the opportunity to have their young people to experience this, have missed an incredible opportunity to influence them for the good. With the multitude of influences toward the world that our youth are exposed to on a daily bases, these special opportunities in the presence of God are special times of grace. We owe a great debt of gratitude to the leaders of our churches who sacrifice of their time and treasure to see to it that their kids are provided with this camping experience. Thank you pastors, youth, children's leaders and pastors for the great work you do for the kingdom of God. May we never forget the important place the young people have in the heart of God.