6/8/14
Sunday- Day 1 of young lives week 1
Today was the first official day of camp. For the next six weeks we will be working with young life. For the next two weeks we have young lives which is teen moms and their babies. (: The past week has been chaos trying to get everything prepared, but its been so rewarding. Today was stressful, joyful, insane all at once. The morning was very busy just trying to get the final touches in place for young life. I was able to attend an all camp worship with the young life staff this morning. I love that we can all come together as one. There is no separation in God's children. We are all after one goal and we should be able to unite to conquer that goal. Around 2p.m the buses started arriving with the girls! We had all activities open, I was on zip line. I think the only activity that actually had anyone at was the pool. So for three hours I sat at the zip line throwing rocks and getting into the Word. I got to zip line so that was a plus. Earlier tonight I was scheduled to help at the black light dance. I am so happy that I got to attend and help. I got to see all the girls in one place, and even got to meet a few. These girls are all between the ages of 14 and 18 so to see their smiles and hear their laughter was so rewarding. I know that most of these young moms are struggling but I couldn't help but smile when I saw how happy they were. Today God really revealed to me just how faithful He really is. He showed me how much He truly loves His children and how He loves to bring joy to their eyes. He taught me that even when the quiet moments come He is still speaking and calling after us.
We have successfully survived day one of camp. Let the summer begin!!
6/9/14
Monday- Day 2 of young lives week 1
Today was... Exhausting. There is so much anger among our summer staff and it breaks my heart. I feel that we are in this for all the wrong reasons. We are doing this job for our own selfish gain instead of for the Lord and that is making us bitter. Today I worked ropes course. We got to a hectic start and it took a while for us to get going. Once we did, God showed me and reminded me why I was here. I was able to help the girls and encourage them. I used the power pole as a way to shed a little truth into them while explaining it. I was able to talk to scared girls and encourage them to let go of that fear. God reminded me that He sent me here this summer to further His kingdom and bring Him glory, not for the money or the worldly things. I am here for my Father. I found myself very frustrated today. We ended up missing dinner because the time was changed without us knowing and the kitchen forgot to put food aside for us. All of us were angry myself included. That anger seemed to lift when I saw the smiling babies and teenagers come together to enjoy the carnival we had this evening. Its amazing how God knows what it takes to bring us joy. Seeing others happy is what does it for me. Living in the house, I don't see that happiness often so lately I haven't been that light that God has called me to be. I am blessed to be here and today God reminded me that it is for His glory and not for my own. I am a Child of His and I am called to shine His light, no matter what the circumstances.
6/10/11
Tuesday- Day 3 or young lives week 1
Today was the longest day we will have, so I have herd. For weeks now we have been told that today would be the hardest most exhausting day. As I sit here at 11 p.m writing this I feel nothing but pure joy. That is how amazing the Lord is. He brings joy in our tiredness. This morning I was on TCB crew 1 (Take care of buckner) so we had to be up at 7a.m ready to clean the pool, fill water jugs, pick up trash and various other little things around the camp. I was tired this morning but my team made it so much easier to work. The guys on my team got up at 6 a.m to begin the work and let Alexys and I sleep until 7. That was so amazing of them! Once again today I was on zip line. I love it up there its so beautiful! We didnt have many people actually participating in the zip line today. Only 8 girls, but I took the down time on top the zip line platform to get into the word. After zip line we did a still frame skit for the girls, and a state fair type deal. I loved coming together with young lives summer staff and running all the events for the girls! Getting to know the other staff members has been so great! The best part of the day was the ending. Young Life threw a dance of the ages. All the campers and staff members got together and just enjoyed the dancing! Today God reminded me how blessed I am. He reminded me that even in my weakness I a strong, and even when the work is hard, He pushes me through. He taught me how to love those who are lost and how to work together with others for His glory. I am thankful for what I have and the opportunity God has given me this summer.
6/11/14
Wednesday- Day 4 of young lives week 1
Today left me speechless in so many ways. The day started off by us helping lead rec for the group that is here. That brought me so much joy! This past year God has really given me a heart and passion for rec and field events so getting to incorporate that into my work here at Buckner was amazing! Once again I was on the zip line and once again i turned into a lobster. I love running the zip line, though. I got to talk with alot of the girls today. There is one that broke my heart. To hear a young teen mom say shes getting an abortion nearly brought me to tears. I am constantly praying that God just speaks to her during the rest of this week. I was able to once again attend church this evening. God knew that I needed that and He really broke down some walls tonight. The worship was so raw and beautiful and the Lord was so present. After that I came back to the ranch house and worshiped some more with Grace and Brandon. Its such a beautiful thing that we can openly and wonderfully praise the Lord. God is so big and so beautiful and it brings so much joy to me that I get to love Him for ever and that He allows me to be in His presence. Today God really showed me just how great He truly is. Even in my weakness, He gives me strength. Even when I'm broken He heals my wounds and shows me that all work is for His glory!
6/12/14
Thursday- Day 4 of young lives week 1
I am writing this a day late. Yesterday was the last full day we had with young life. Not much happened yesterday. We did the normal activities with the kids and that is about all. There was a huge storm that hit the camp. Some of our staff got stuck at walmart while the rest of us were stuck in the house. Two amazing things happened yesterday! I got to skype with one of my closest friends and talk to her about her trip to Honduras. She leaves Saturday. I am so proud of Hope and Alyssa! They are following the Lord. I was able to talk with both of them and just send prayer their way and encouragement! I also got the opportunity to speak with my friend April. God really uses here to speak truth into me. She was able to just encourage me and help me through some things I have been dealing with lately. Yesterday God showed me through others a little more of Himself. I was so encouraged by friends who lavish His love upon me.
6/13/12
Friday- Breakdown and turn over day.
Today was a calm day. It involved alot of work but alot of fun also. Today was turnover, which meant cleaning and doing laundry! Today I completely got over my fear of vacuums cleaners because I had to vacuum so many floors. We worked from 10a.m until about 5p.m. I noticed today that when our attitudes become positive our work becomes fun. Today I had fun cleaning. Sometimes I was angry or aggravated, but there were more times when I was joyful and having a good time. After work we all got dressed up (I even wore a dress) and we went out to eat at chili's and went to a movie as a birthday/survived one week celebration! I love coming together with everyone and just having a good time. It is not often that I see all the staff in a good mood and smiling all at once. Today God showed me how to live out Colossians 3:23. How to truly do all work as doing it for the Lord. He showed me how smiles can light up a room and how celebrations bring people closer to one another. Today God showed me love.
There you go! There is a break down on the first week of camp! It's a long summer ahead of us, but I can already tell that its going to be a great one! God is already moving in so many ways and I am so excited to where He takes us as the summer continues! Thank you for all the prayers and sweet letters!
Monday- Day 2 of young lives week 1
Today was... Exhausting. There is so much anger among our summer staff and it breaks my heart. I feel that we are in this for all the wrong reasons. We are doing this job for our own selfish gain instead of for the Lord and that is making us bitter. Today I worked ropes course. We got to a hectic start and it took a while for us to get going. Once we did, God showed me and reminded me why I was here. I was able to help the girls and encourage them. I used the power pole as a way to shed a little truth into them while explaining it. I was able to talk to scared girls and encourage them to let go of that fear. God reminded me that He sent me here this summer to further His kingdom and bring Him glory, not for the money or the worldly things. I am here for my Father. I found myself very frustrated today. We ended up missing dinner because the time was changed without us knowing and the kitchen forgot to put food aside for us. All of us were angry myself included. That anger seemed to lift when I saw the smiling babies and teenagers come together to enjoy the carnival we had this evening. Its amazing how God knows what it takes to bring us joy. Seeing others happy is what does it for me. Living in the house, I don't see that happiness often so lately I haven't been that light that God has called me to be. I am blessed to be here and today God reminded me that it is for His glory and not for my own. I am a Child of His and I am called to shine His light, no matter what the circumstances.
6/10/11
Tuesday- Day 3 or young lives week 1
Today was the longest day we will have, so I have herd. For weeks now we have been told that today would be the hardest most exhausting day. As I sit here at 11 p.m writing this I feel nothing but pure joy. That is how amazing the Lord is. He brings joy in our tiredness. This morning I was on TCB crew 1 (Take care of buckner) so we had to be up at 7a.m ready to clean the pool, fill water jugs, pick up trash and various other little things around the camp. I was tired this morning but my team made it so much easier to work. The guys on my team got up at 6 a.m to begin the work and let Alexys and I sleep until 7. That was so amazing of them! Once again today I was on zip line. I love it up there its so beautiful! We didnt have many people actually participating in the zip line today. Only 8 girls, but I took the down time on top the zip line platform to get into the word. After zip line we did a still frame skit for the girls, and a state fair type deal. I loved coming together with young lives summer staff and running all the events for the girls! Getting to know the other staff members has been so great! The best part of the day was the ending. Young Life threw a dance of the ages. All the campers and staff members got together and just enjoyed the dancing! Today God reminded me how blessed I am. He reminded me that even in my weakness I a strong, and even when the work is hard, He pushes me through. He taught me how to love those who are lost and how to work together with others for His glory. I am thankful for what I have and the opportunity God has given me this summer.
6/11/14
Wednesday- Day 4 of young lives week 1
Today left me speechless in so many ways. The day started off by us helping lead rec for the group that is here. That brought me so much joy! This past year God has really given me a heart and passion for rec and field events so getting to incorporate that into my work here at Buckner was amazing! Once again I was on the zip line and once again i turned into a lobster. I love running the zip line, though. I got to talk with alot of the girls today. There is one that broke my heart. To hear a young teen mom say shes getting an abortion nearly brought me to tears. I am constantly praying that God just speaks to her during the rest of this week. I was able to once again attend church this evening. God knew that I needed that and He really broke down some walls tonight. The worship was so raw and beautiful and the Lord was so present. After that I came back to the ranch house and worshiped some more with Grace and Brandon. Its such a beautiful thing that we can openly and wonderfully praise the Lord. God is so big and so beautiful and it brings so much joy to me that I get to love Him for ever and that He allows me to be in His presence. Today God really showed me just how great He truly is. Even in my weakness, He gives me strength. Even when I'm broken He heals my wounds and shows me that all work is for His glory!
6/12/14
Thursday- Day 4 of young lives week 1
I am writing this a day late. Yesterday was the last full day we had with young life. Not much happened yesterday. We did the normal activities with the kids and that is about all. There was a huge storm that hit the camp. Some of our staff got stuck at walmart while the rest of us were stuck in the house. Two amazing things happened yesterday! I got to skype with one of my closest friends and talk to her about her trip to Honduras. She leaves Saturday. I am so proud of Hope and Alyssa! They are following the Lord. I was able to talk with both of them and just send prayer their way and encouragement! I also got the opportunity to speak with my friend April. God really uses here to speak truth into me. She was able to just encourage me and help me through some things I have been dealing with lately. Yesterday God showed me through others a little more of Himself. I was so encouraged by friends who lavish His love upon me.
6/13/12
Friday- Breakdown and turn over day.
Today was a calm day. It involved alot of work but alot of fun also. Today was turnover, which meant cleaning and doing laundry! Today I completely got over my fear of vacuums cleaners because I had to vacuum so many floors. We worked from 10a.m until about 5p.m. I noticed today that when our attitudes become positive our work becomes fun. Today I had fun cleaning. Sometimes I was angry or aggravated, but there were more times when I was joyful and having a good time. After work we all got dressed up (I even wore a dress) and we went out to eat at chili's and went to a movie as a birthday/survived one week celebration! I love coming together with everyone and just having a good time. It is not often that I see all the staff in a good mood and smiling all at once. Today God showed me how to live out Colossians 3:23. How to truly do all work as doing it for the Lord. He showed me how smiles can light up a room and how celebrations bring people closer to one another. Today God showed me love.
There you go! There is a break down on the first week of camp! It's a long summer ahead of us, but I can already tell that its going to be a great one! God is already moving in so many ways and I am so excited to where He takes us as the summer continues! Thank you for all the prayers and sweet letters!
God Bless <3
Heaven Slaughter
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