High School Youth Retreat
Last weekend, my wife Kirsten and I took twenty-two high school students on weekend retreat. We went to the beautiful countryside of Hoa Binh, about two hours southwest of Hanoi. We left Hanoi on Friday evening after school and travelled by bus to Hoa Binh. Our friend, Michael Ong from Tea Talk, came along and taught the group on Friday night. Michael spoke about community and the need to work together. He also had us play a fun game where we were required to work together to solve a problem.
Saturday was a lot of fun with some more teaching in the morning before games of frisbee, a walk through the nearby creek, a buffet and a bonfire. The students then led a worship session for two hours that night. It was excellent; under the stars, away from the city, connecting with the LORD, surrounded by his creation.
The highlight of working with this group for me has been seeing the students learn to lead Bible studies and develop into leaders. I am always so proud when I see them lead studies and step out in faith in order to help others. This trip was very much an inreach event where we grew stronger as a group. The next step will be another outreach event where we can go out and serve our community.
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