Above: After morning registration, the kids began their 10 minute walk to our camp grounds on the other side of town. The majority of kids with us this year have been to our VBS camps previous years. In years past it has taken some time for “the back row” or the pre-teens to be very involved in singing. This first day was decidedly different. All the kids jumped right into singing and we were encouraged to see all participating from the youngest to the oldest.







Above: After the morning teaching about a world without love which is a result of our rejection of God, we broke into our small group teaching/discussion time. Each child received a small paper heart, on which they would write past hurts on one side, and times they experienced love on the other. Teachers from various groups reported that the kids were willing to open up on the first day, one girl even came to tears as she shared past hurts. Praise God for kids willing to be honest and sharing their hearts in the groups.





Above: Part of our free time activities involves tree climbing and a high flying jump jump supported by harnesses. God was gracious to hold off the rain that seemed to threaten throughout the day and provided the kids with the freedom to be outside in our scheduled free time activities.





Above: This is Eszti’s and Zsófia’s first time serving along side of us and they are both doing an excellent job showing Christ’s love to these kids.









Above: Sharon leading craft time. On a side note, today is our 13th wedding anniversary!









Above: This boy seemed to be the only child that had a tough time today. This is his first VBS and I imagine with everything new, and being away from his mother all day is daunting. There were times throughout the day when he seemed more relaxed but I ask that you please pray for him.

PRAISE GOD

• Conversations went deep on the first day.
• All kids participated in singing.
• One object lesson which used two magnets to illustrate how living in sin keeps us separated from God and how turning away from sin to Jesus “snaps” us together in a relationship was very effective.
• No rain so the kids could play outside.
• Team is healthy and worked with joy and in unity throughout the day.
• God’s grace in blessing our marriage, and being able to truly celebrate in our hearts 13 years in marriage.

PLEASE PRAY

• For the young man pictured above who is having a tough time at VBS. Some of the pre-school kids also struggled at times through the day. Please pray for them.
• For Peti and Eszti who’s car just broke down at the start of camp. They have four children and both Eszti and Peti have important roles in our VBS. Please pray for God’s provision and that the car would be repaired.
• Protection from sickness. Some of us are experiencing headaches and fatigue. We could use a good night’s sleep and healthy bodies for the remaining 5 days of camp.
• For our daughter Kira who has an uncomfortable cut on her bottom which makes it painful for her to go to the bathroom every day. Please pray for healing.
• For kids to continue to be open and for them to understand God’s love demonstrated through Jesus Christ.