Day 5 (Thursday)

Our camp was relocated from the Tsawout Assembly of Praise to the reserve's community centre just for today. We were able to spend the day indoors and away from the rain.

This was also the first year ever we did an alter call. This is where the speaker at the time (Pastor Johnny in the case) asks the children if they would like to invite Jesus into their hearts. We explain the crucifixion, Jesus' return and how this ultimate act of sacrifice gave us eternal life. This is quite the norm at VCBC VBS, but this year is the first we've tried it here with the children. We thank God for this amazing opportunity.

A big shout out to the food team for all their hard work today. The community dinner was a success. Even though we had a much smaller turnout than what was expected, each and every one of us had connected with at least one member of the community. We thank God for his guidance and hope that we showed his love to the Tsawout community. The dinner consisted of four worship songs, a skit presented by the Bible Adventure crew, and a short picture video showing the highlights of our week together with the children.

We are preparing for a good night's sleep and a safe journey home. Please keep the children of Tsawout and their families in your prayers. Our trip may be over but God will still be here.

Cutest newlyweds: Kevin and Lisa.

Matt just really loves the drums.

Worship in the community centre auditorium.

Rachel and William!

Lewis and the boys having fun with the megaphone.

Our wonderful Bible Adventure team: Gabriel, Theo and Matt.

Hanging out in the corner! 

Amy and Charlotte. 

"I'm not tired at all!" 

Jimmy and Cilla: cousins and best friends.

Pastor Johnny leading the alter call.

Ethan and Edwin.

Jen, Arianne and Gabe.

Jacquie and Ruth.

Showing off their handiwork during crafts!

Look how beautiful the classrooms are in the community centre!

Sophie is SO ready for lunch.

Lewis making an announcement.

Winnie explaining the painting craft for today. 

Workin' hard or hardly workin?

Jimmy decided to finger paint!

Games outside with the Eagle group (ages 7-9)!

Funny story of the day: Pastor Johnny lead the kids in a game after lunch.
The objective is to kick your shoe as far as it goes. Ben decided to kick as hard as he
could and as a result, lost one shoe in the ceiling. Did he ever get it back?

Travis and Melanie!

Some help with actions.

Yes he got his shoe back! 

Jonathan, Sophie and Tammy.

Jacquie and Ruth colouring.

Edwin trying to be funny (and succeeding).

Tammy, Naomi and Lateesha!

In your unfailing love you will lead the people you have redeemed. In your strength you will guide them to your holy dwelling. 

Exodus 15:13