We just arrived back in Kiev about 15 minutes ago. We left camp this morning around 5:30 am. It was very difficult to leave the relationships and new friends made during camp. Praise God for a rich time of ministry, and learning dependence on our great Lord. It was incredible seeing God work in the lives of the children, some coming to repentence, and all having seeds of the gospel planted in their hearts!
As you know the trip started off with some difficulty in travel, and then 6 days without luggage. Yet what an amazing way to begin this trip...learning that God's will is best, and that His strength is sufficient. This post will be short due to time, but I want you know that we are all rejoicing in the work of the Spirit, though our bodies are weary. God gave strength and joy even in long and active days. We are so excited to share with you all the many details and relationships with children formed during this time. As an encouragement to you as well, this was the largest group of children they have had attend camp to this time. The camp directors' hearts were greatly blessed, and many children were ministered to during these 10 days. Praise God!
We will be heading out now to do some sightseeing of Kiev. It is about 11:30 am. Due to our late arrival at the beginning of our trip we have not done any "touristy" activities (besides visiting some castles with the children:), so it should be a fun afternoon together. The team slept most of the ride into town this morning, so they should be ready to hit the city. :)
Please continue to pray for us as we begin our travels home tomorrow mid morning. We have a very short layover in New York, so please pray that we will be able to gather our bags, make it through customs and re-check in during this brief window. We will be arriving back to San Francisco late Tuesday night as well...so we will miss a day as we follow the sun. Quite a fun experience. :) All the students' health has overall been well, with a couple battling colds here and there. However, nothing worse, and we praise God for the protection and strength He gave us. It is unbelievable that this trip is almost over!
We have many pictures and stories to share soon!
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