The environment
this past week in the Kaléo Program was one of preparation and relaxation. The
students have been hard at work preparing for their last class of the semester “Foundations
of Church Ministry” with Professor David Ernst, D.Min., and finishing up
final projects from their previous
classes.However, the
students had several opportunities to step away from their homework to enjoy each
other’s company. On Tuesday, we switched up the chapel scene by hiking up Maple
Mountain, singing praise songs as we walked along. At a lookout, in front of
three wooden crosses, we listened and were challenged by Shane Pickel as he
taught from the Word. The hike was beautiful and chilly but just what the group
needed.
(Photo Credit: Rachel Nelson)
(Photo Credit: Rachel Nelson)
On Thursday,
everyone got into a festive mood as we held a day full of Christmas
preparation. The day started with everyone pilling into the vans and going on a
hunt for two perfect Christmas trees. Once we arrived at the tree farm in
Duncan, the tree hunt turned into a game of presentation and playful debates of
who had found the best tree.
(Photo Credit: Isaiah Moffatt)
(Photo Credit: Isaiah Moffatt)
After our successful find we spent the afternoon
making our own Christmas tree ornaments, and popcorn and cranberry garlands to
decorate the trees while watching The
Nativity Story. The festivities continued into the night as a few of the
students planned a surprise Christmas party for the rest of the students at the
Camp Qwanoes Guest House, complete with games, food and great music.
(Photo Credit: Isaiah Moffatt)
The students are
now eagerly preparing to learn more about the Church and who they are in
relation to it as they reflect upon class teachings and experiences in
different ministry areas at church and at camp.
-Rachel Nelson, Kaléo Program Intern
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