Friday update

Wow, what a day! 6 kids went with Jamie and I up into the mountains for a hike, while the others enjoyed time at the condo with Eric and Jodi. We hiked up to Laurel Falls. I had been before, but the water was up more than any other time I have visited the park in the past. When we came back, we spent some time at the pool and hot tub while our leaders of the day prepared some homemade pizza. It was then off to JBC for the retreat which began with the preacher grand prix. The worship band was solid and our speaker hit spot on with his message. We retreated back to the condo for our devotions and I know I have said it before, but it was the best time of the week. I commend the kids for their willingness to share real things going on in each others lives along with the support and love everyone has shown to each other. I told some folks before the trip that I had hoped that I didn't set my expectations too high for the trip because in my mind I had set the bar pretty high. The experience has exponentially exceeded those high expectations. We serve and worship a good God and I am grateful that he has blessed this trip. Hard to believe we are coming home tomorrow, but I think we are all missing our loved ones at home. Pray for our safe travel home after our time at JBC tomorrow.
Jeremy