Kid's Camp: Day 1

Today was the beginning of our long-anticipated English Camp for kids. We ended up having 19 kids show up today, which was a great size of group to work with. We divided them up into two groups for most of the day and rotated them through music, drama, crafts, and recreation. Everything seemed to go SO well- we are off to a great start. The kids seem interested, attentive, and enjoying themselves. They have been encouraged to invite friends, so we'll see how many show up tomorrow! Here's what the team had to say about today:

Michelle: My highlight was seeing how excited the kids got when Surfer Sam came into the room. (played by Nick in a long, blond wig.)

Mike: I was moved out of my comfort zone and had a great time with the kids today.

Caleb: I am the youngest member of the team. Still. Ha, ha, ha! It's exciting to be carrying the presence of God into this dark place. Our connection with the kids was capital.

Bob: The rain is wet here. But kids love playing games at the Center.

Chris: I enjoyed our high school helpers, who enjoyed the crafts as much as the kids did! (We have three Bosnians helping us.)

Jason: Just call me the little drummer boy. (Jason played a tupperware tub for acoustics during music time.) It was also fun to see some escargot in their natural habitat.

Nick: Teaching kids drama is difficult in English, and even more challenging when the kids speak Bosnian. But it is very satisfying to watch the kids have fun with us. Fun is a universal language. So is love.

Laura (Mark Byrom's daughter): My favorite part was EVERYTHING!

Take 4 minutes here and enjoy our day in a Slideshow.

Keep us in your prayers- tomorrow night we will begin taking turns at the cultural center as Bosnians come in to practice their English. The three guys go tomorrow night. (Jason, Mike, and Caleb)

Peace-
Nick