Wow... I cannot believe it's September already! Where did the time go? Victory Week 6 ended well--only a few minor injuries. :) And we lost a few more staff, including the rest of the Leadership Team! Eek! However, we welcomed Rob, who stepped in as the male dorm supervisor.
Last week we spent debriefing the summer. That is, we took some time out to reflect on our experiences and the lessons we've learned and how they relate to us going home. It was not necessarily a happy topic of conversation--the end of the summer is always so bittersweet--but it was necessary. We also took some time off--we went to the beach, the mall, and out to dinner. It was definitely a much needed week of rest.
Tonight marks the first night of the last conference of the season. We are back up to 18 staff + volunteers for the weekend. Crazy times...
As I reflect on this summer, I am realizing how good God has been to us. We have had the most ER trips ever (6!)...but nothing very serious. Overall, we've stayed relatively healthy and energized, and our ministry has been effective. Praise the Lord for that! :)
As we finish out the summer, pray that the staff will be able to keep focus and finish strong!
Remaining staff:
Melia / Rob / Lauren (Leadership)
Will (a/v)
Leah / Jenna / Andrew / Betsy / Melissa (Children's Ministry)
Ali / Zach (lifeguards)
Katie / Novella / Tori / Tia / Zeke / Jordan / Chris / Eric / Stephon
Blessings!
Melia
