The family camp this year coincide with the Pastor's School. With only a few hours of sleep, our dear Pastor Andrew drove us to Port Dickson at 5:30am. We reached the newly redeveloped Methodist Centre around 7am. The cold morning breeze freshen us up and we were greeted by a few 'early birds' at the compound and canteen.
After moving our luggages into our one-room-apartment, we proceeded to the children hall for preparation. Mommy has volunteered to conduct the children ministry which began at 9am. After setting up the projector and teaching props, Mommy took a quick bite while Daddy brought the children back to the room to wash up.
Although the group was small, Mommy was feeling really nervous. Thank God that Mommy has an assistant and a helper. It took awhile for Mommy to warm up as she has not been involved in children ministry for quite some times. We praise God that everything went on very well.
After the teaching session, we had our lunch and went back to our room again. Finally, Mommy was able to rest in peace after few weeks of stress in preparation for this teaching session. Lack of sleep the previous night has caused a slight headache and Mommy soon was in dreamland. However, the air cond in the room did not seem to be working well. Daddy called for room service and we were told that the management has decided to upgrade us to a two-room-apartment. Yipee! Thank God for such provision. We were just wondering how do we squeeze two adults and two children into a queen size bed.
During registration, the church has graciously wanting to give us the two-room-apartment. However, Daddy felt that it was too expensive. Hence he only asked for the one-room-apartment. We brought along a sleeping bag. Now that we were upgraded, everyone may sleep comfortably. After all, both adults really in need of a good and proper rest.
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| Room with a queen size bed, with attached bathroom |
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| The kitchenette, equipped with an electric kettle |
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| The sea view from the window |
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| Children snuggled happily under the cover |
After rested for awhile, we gathered at the beach for a time of team building. We were divided into two groups. Within limited time, both groups needed to build a sand castle with as many flags as possible.
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| The two pastors |
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| Our group, Group B, working hard under the sun |
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| The other group, Group A |
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| The pastor and his wife |
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| Children messing around happily |
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| The final product of Group A |
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| The final product of Group B, which is our group. So which do you think is better? |
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| Erwyn carried by Jie Jie Amanda |
Erwyn was a happy boy throughout the camp, having fun with all the big 'Gor Gor' and 'Jie Jie'. Elyse was playing with her kindy friend, Brenice, every now and then. She was thrilled to see her kindergarten teacher in the camp as well.
Overall, we had a good time and we look forward for the next family camp. Above all, we thank God for everything. Great is thy faithfulness!
