Village Bible Church || Aurora | Indian Creek | Sugar Grove | IL

Hello! Much has happened since the last update! We learned that 12 of the original 48 campers who signed up were not able to make it and canceled last minute. Even if they had come, this number would have still been lower than in the past years. With that information, we have two options for response. Being discouraged would feel very natural right now, but we know that there is a better choice. God was not surprised with how many kids came this week, nor was He discouraged. The 2-1 camper to counselor ratio will allow for even deeper relationships and conversation to occur. Please pray that we will take advantage of the situation and that God will bless our efforts.

A few more things have happened. Because of the previously mentioned cancellations, Jennifer Whybrew has been switched to kitchen crew where she will work with Lucinda and the rest of the crew. We are praising God because the weather has been incredibly ideal despite the negative forecast. This has helped the week start off smoothly.

Last night, I was awakened by what sounded like a propane tank exploding outside our cabin, however I soon realized by some scuffling in our room that one of my campers had fallen off of the top bunk and caused the sound. He was ok and probably suffered more from embarrassment (very little) than the actual fall. He found it funny which was a relief because we did too.

Well I'm off to go help my guys with some games in the field soon, here are some prayer requests that we have.
Please pray that
- the campers would be attentive during each chapel session
- the counselors would rely on the Lord's strength this week since our own will be spent

Thanks!