Sorry I have been a bad "blogger" recently.  I was reminded the other day by a friend that I needed to update my blog, so I will try to do so, without making it too lengthy.  So much has gone on, I'm not really even sure where to start.  As I mentioned earlier I was counseling a camp in Kohala for kids 8-13.  Camp was probably the most frustrating but yet my greatest experience since being here in Hawaii.  When you have young kids doing multiple activities with no rest everyday for a week, they get tired and cranky quite easily.  It was frustrating to try encouraging the campers to keep going, when they had no desire to do so.  I quickly realized at the beginning of camp what a struggle it was going to be.  The only thing I could do was pray and ask God to fill me with His strength and joy.  God works in awesome ways.  I was filled with so much energy and joy, it could only be credited to God.  Camp ended up being a ton of fun for me and the kids.
     I ended up staffing another camp the next week of 13-16 year olds.  It was much more laid back, and easier to relate to the campers for that camp.  On the last night the campers were asked to write on paper something they would like to lay at the foot of the cross.  The staff than did a re-enactment of the crucifixion of Jesus.  After the drama the campers were asked to lay their papers at the foot of the cross.  It was such a powerful time for each of the kids.  As they sat at the foot of the cross you could see God working on their hearts, and life change beginning to happen.  I was able to pray for several kids, and it was a great experience.  It is so encouraging to see the younger generation on fire for God.
     Being able to minister to the campers was a great experience for me.   I was also able to meet several new friends on the staff at camp.  Many of them will also be going to Alaska, so it was great to be able to get to know them as well.  God has blessed me during my time in Hawaii with so many friends.  As our Alaska trip is drawing closer I'm getting pretty excited.  I'm ready for new experiences and more ministry opportunities.  I hope all is well wherever you may be.  Miss you all, and love you too!