Moldova Summer Camp 2010

This year we enjoyed once again being able to assist the churches of the south of Moldova by conducting a wonderful summer camp. There were well over 200 children who attended. The children showed a great amount excitement all week. They seemed to love the games, crafts and stories about Jesus. We were very encouraged as we learned that at least half of them came from homes that do not normally attend church. These type of events are proving to be a unique opportunity not only to share the gospel with the children, but also with the parents of the children as well.

Naty with some of the little campers

The children had a great time worshiping and learning about Jesus



Watch the children enjoying singing about Abraham!

The puppets were new this year and they were a big hit



Watch the children get excited about the puppets!

Since we started working in the south of Moldova we have had the opportunity to help develop leadership with several different individuals. This years camp was especially encouraging because it was almost 100 % taught, managed and administrated by those who have been trained in the past. Below you will see Nelu Bercaru who has completed leadership training courses in past years teach the children each day. You will also see Valara Mesina who has completed the same courses as well direct and administrate the camp. We are not only blessed to be part of what God is doing during these camps, but it is a blessing as well to see a new generation of leadership now take over and continue the work of ministry.

Nelu Bercaru was the daily teacher

Nelu Teaching the children during bible study

Valara Mesina was the director of the camp



Watch the children enjoy game time!

Naty leading the children in craft time

Naty and Valara congratulating each other on a job well done

The little ones enjoying some ice cream the last day

The children of the camp from the south of Moldova

Summer Ministry Activity

The end of June signified the end of the School year. For many of our teens and young people this is a exciting time of year for them. To help them celebrate this time we hosted an end of year barbecue at the church for them. There were approximately 25 young people who came. We are excited about what God has been doing in their lives and we pray this coming school year will open even more doors for ministry in their lives as well.

Enjoying Some Barbecue With The Young People

The Young People Enjoying Their Time Together

This last week Naty and I returned to Moldova. While we were there we had the opportunity to challenge the church in Naty's home village to continue there work of reaching out to those around them. Through the years God has used many in this village to touch many of all ages with the good news of the gospel. We are praying that this will continue. This summer the village has the opportunity to conduct a bible school and youth camp to reach out to the young people. While we were there we assisted conducting a preparation meeting to help them prepare for these up coming activities. Please pray that God will use them to touch many unbelievers in their community. We are praying that we will be able to celebrate the new birth's of many new Christians by the end of the summer.

Sharing With The Church During Thursday's Bible Study

Our Planning Meeting For VBS & Camp