The 2011 Poland English Camp Team
Today, we got to finally meet the Polish people we have been preparing and praying for over the last several months. It was a tiring but rewarding day. The Polish people began to arrive around 10 am. Some team members welcomed them by carrying their suitcases up to their rooms. Other team members oversaw the English tests. It was a great time of catching up with old friends and meeting many new faces. This is the largest camp since it started.
We had our first conversation group meetings today. This is a group that most people get very close to. We meet 2-3 times per day for reading time, conversation group, and activities. The Children's Ministry was able to kick off their week tonight as well.
After dinner, we had our first activities. We played Human Bingo. Each person was given a bingo card with phrases on it, such as "An American who has been to at least 25 states", "A Polish person that does not like McDonald's", "An American that will eat flaki". Flaki is cow intestine! In order to win, you had to be the first person to get your entire card filled. The winner won some American candy, but before they received their prize, the American had to eat flaki. Matt Kantor was the lucky winner! Here are some pictures including one of Amber's reaction.
After the Human Bingo, we played a game called Balloon Pop. Each person tied a balloon to their ankle and tried to pop other people's balloons. There was a heated competition at the end between Daniel Addington and a camper named Oliwia (pronounced Olivia). Oliwia ended up winning. Here are some photos:
After this game we had the conversation groups do the Human Knot. Here is another photo of the chaos:
Tomorrow, will be our first regular day of camp. Please pray that the Americans will be awake and energized. We start our first meeting at 6:30 am and won't finish until 10 or later at night. Also pray that the Polish people will be open to conversations and will participate in the activities and lessons we have planned.
Quick question for Matt - how did you like flaki? I bet ya loved it. Now you know why it's the fanciest Polish dish (very often served on wedding receptions). IMHO y'all should have flaki during morning devotions rather than greasy and sugary donuts. Pleasing aroma and scrumptious taste would make y'all fully awake in no time.
ReplyDeleteNow seriously: today during worship we sang "Our God" song and I thought that following 2 verses would really speak to you guys:
"And if Our God is for us, then who could ever stop us
And if our God is with us, then what can stand against?". There will be lots of things trying to stand against, but nothing's gonna stop you because God is with You and is for You. Enjoy a week in God's presence!
My quick question for Matt would be: How did you do it?
ReplyDeleteI can do all things through Christ who strengthens me?
Way to go Matt! Your mom is proud of you! :-)
Love from Momma K.
Brova, you make me so proud
ReplyDelete-Nick