My first time at camp

Growing up, I am only slightly ashamed to admit that I was a momma's boy. I'm thankful for the closeness I had to my mother but I can see now that I probably missed out on some great experiences because of my timidity and need to feel safe.

One experience I never had growing up was going to a summer camp. Almost all of my friends went to camps, whether it was a church camp, a sports camp or whatever. Not me. I played baseball and golf in the summer and spent lots of time in the swimming pool. As I got older I worked all summer.

In two days I am going to my first summer camp, albeit as a leader. I am attending Nappanee Missionary Church's Senior High Camp in Vermillion, Ohio. My wife and I will serve as leaders of 5-6 senior high students for five days and four nights.

I am really excited for this trip, but also a bit nervous. It's been a long time since I've worked with students in any way, let alone in a spiritually intense atmosphere like summer camp. I've become so wrapped up in the lives of my children (the way it should be) that I wonder if I've lost touch with today's senior high students.

So, if you've got time over the next 6 days and if you think about it, would you pray for me? Pray that I'll be a tool God uses to minister to students and that I won't get in the way of that. Pray for the students that they'll be able to see God through the efforts of myself and all the other leaders.

Thanks!