As I described in my last post, spending last Friday at the Hospitality House was such an amazing time for Gary and I. Hanging out with old friends, making new ones, and rejoicing with others about the wonders God has demonstrated over the past six months.
There was one perk that I didn’t mention, however! Following our presentation, a young couple (Eric & Sonia) approached us and asked if we would be interested in speaking with their church’s youth group the following Sunday morning. Of course, the only possible response could be, “Heck yes!”.
So, Sundy morning we headed out, and after getting briefly lost (never assume you know what church you’re supposed to be going to!), got back on track in time to meet with the junior high group just a few minutes before they dismissed. I would have loved to have spent more time with them, but at least we got to share our pics and a couple of stories.
The youth room is really cool, I have to admit. They’ve got a great area downstairs called “The Refuge”, painted all red, with lava lamps and groovy couches to relax on.
There’s a stage for the youth worship band, and a screen on which to project their videos. Definitely youth-only territory!
Following our junior high time, the high schoolers came in for their turn. Apparently, the senior prom had just been the night before, so more than a few students were pretty tired. We did our presentation, answered a few questions, and counted ourselves successful that nobody fell asleep. We were delighted when a few students approached us afterward to invite us to a BBQ lunch, then to join them at their Wednesday night youth group. Say it with me once more now… “Heck yes!”
So last night we headed out there, and had a great time having fun and worshipping God together with American teenagers in Germany. These students are blessed to have some really awesome leaders, it’s clear that they are godly men and women who truly care about them. For me, its such a joy to be around young people who love the Lord. So, “thank you” to the students for inviting us to your group, we had a great time and will remember you as we continue on around the world!
God Bless!
