Today we had to say goodbye to the kids and there were a lot of tears. We didn't want to leave and niether did the kids. After most of the kids left, our bus arrived and we had to leave. On the bus most of us went to sleep and woke up when we stopped to eat dinner. Now we are back on the bus and are headed to Kiev. We really miss the kids and we hope that the ones who repented will keep strong in their faith. I wish we didn't have to leave already and that we could stay here longer. See ya'll soon.

Team 3

Today was day 4 of camp! So we have had 3 full days with the kids and boy are we getting attached! They’re learning so much and so are we, who would have thought?! And the long days and lack of sleep finally seemed to catch up to us today. We were tired, but as always, God reminded us that it’s not about us. Tonight was repentance night and we were able to worship in song in two languages and witnessing many kids making important life decisions about Christ, God reminded us why we came here this week. We accomplished exactly what he has called each of us to do this week, and for that we are so thankful. Thank you for keeping us in your prayers and we hope that the next day and a half God would continue to work in these kids hearts!! We love you and we miss you!!

Yesterday started off with a nice cooling storm. We woke up around 7 and went to our quiet time. Breakfast was an interesting pasta dish with butter covered bread and summer sausage. Morning celebration is always fun, we greet the campers with high-fives and big smiles, getting them in return is the best. We sing silly songs and watch as the campers do fun activities. We were assigned our English groups and we were all looking forward to meeting them. I was extra excited because my team was the terrific turtles. As the groups of English classes began to fill up and the kids took a seat, I was already really happy about how things looked. My students were eager to learn about Michelle and I and they were very eager to learn English and about our country. Then as the classes ended the American team got a break. We all sat around talking or just walking and even some took this opportunity to take a quick nap. As the students were leaving their church group Bible studies and heading to the river, we were assigned as “lifeguards.” It’s funny because they didn’t even ask if we could swim or yet alone save a life if needed. The afternoon seemed to pass a lot quicker with the kids being here and having times to just relax. I enjoyed getting to know people within and outside of our team. The one thing that I remember about yesterday was the excitement the Ukrainians had with taking pictures. You’d be standing around talking and they’d just run up screaming flashing their cameras. That pretty much made my day. The day continued to pass very quickly. We had our afternoon English class later in the day and that was when my group really opened up. They wanted to ask so many questions, it was so fun! They asked about the number of stars we had on our flag in America, they asked if we liked to eat fast food (that’s like fine dining here). I loved it. Then it was time for REC. I think this is Chris Curran’s favorite time because he can get into his competitive side, which is always funny. The nightly worship came next. Again we greet the kids in two lines with high-fives and screams of excitement, the kids love it! The worship time is wonderful, even though there is a huge language barrier, seeing kids worship to ONE God in any language is a great site to see. My favorite part of the night was next, the Fl!P party. For all you Student Lifers, it’s similar to late night. Lots of cheers, dancing, REC team gets on stage, and more! The night is pretty much over after the FL!P party and the showers and rooms fill quickly. We just thank God for this awesome opportunity and this time that we get to be here serving Him and lifting His name higher. WE all are so thankful for the prayers. Mom thanks for praying the cold weather on us. Instead of 178, it’s only 100. We are eager to finish our call here and head home!

Sara Mattingly
American Team 3

Today is saturday and the and god is preparing our hearts for the students that are about to come to radooga. We are slowly but surely learning some ukrainian lango, and we met together with our teams today to plan our lessons for the incoming students. We are all some what tired from the many plane and bus rides, yet we are all ready to see god move in amazing and unbeleiveible ways. we are so excited to be in this amazing place on the other end of the world. Pray for us as god continues to move in our hearts and keep us safe. (If any one would to come after me he must denie himself and Take up your cross daily and follow me daily) luke 9:23
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The team has safely reached its destination

Without any problems the team has safely arrived to the camp.

Greater things have yet to come!!!

Oleg

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Lunch on the way to Kherson

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Day 1- We made it safely and with all luggage! What a blessing! We ended up staying here in Kiev for the night and we are excited about not being on a bus for 8 hours yet! We got to go shopping in the city and loved it. It was very different but so much fun! We also got to go to our first Ukranian restaurant. Many of us tried new things and some played it safe!! I'm sure you will hear all about it! We walked a ton and we are getting plenty of exercise, so don't worry!! We are ready for a good night sleep in a bed and we will be ready for what tomorrow brings! Thanks for your prayers and please continue to send them. We are so excited about this trip and we can't wait to impact the lives of people here!!

Day two here in Ukraine has been quite an interesting one. We loved shopping in the city yesterday and the buses were an experience for us all! We were scheduled to leave Kiev this morning and head to Kherson, but as always in life, schedules don't always hold up. Today's lesson for us has been one in patience! We got thirty minutes down the road and had to stop and we have been in a McDonalds for the last two hours waiting for a new bus...life is great!! But other than that, we are just so thankful to be here. We have so many fun things planned and we can't wait to meet all of these kids and create new friends! Each day brings something new and we are really enjoying it so far. It only gets better from here on out and we can't wait to share our experience with all of you! Until then, we ask that you would continue to pray for us as we prepare for the kids and pray for our traveling as well! We know great things are going to take place this week! We miss you all and we love you!

Our first update...

Day 1- We made it safely and with all luggage! What a blessing! We
ended up staying here in Kiev for the night and we are excited about
not being on a bus for 8 hours yet! We got to go shopping in the city
and loved it. It was very different but so much fun! We also got to go
to our first Ukranian restaurant. Many of us tried new things and some
played it safe!! I'm sure you will hear all about it! We walked a ton
and we are getting plenty of exercise, so don't worry!! We are ready
for a good night sleep in a bed and we will be ready for what tomorrow
brings! Thanks for your prayers and please continue to send them. We
are so excited about this trip and we can't wait to impact the lives
of people here!!

Day two here in Ukraine has been quite an interesting one. We loved
shopping in the city yesterday and the buses were an experience for us
all! We were scheduled to leave Kiev this morning and head to Kherson,
but as always in life, schedules don't always hold up. Today's lesson
for us has been one in patience! We got thirty minutes down the road
and had to stop and we have been in a McDonalds for the last two hours
waiting for a new bus...life is great!! But other than that, we are
just so thankful to be here. We have so many fun things planned and we
can't wait to meet all of these kids and create new friends! Each day
brings something new and we are really enjoying it so far. It only
gets better from here on out and we can't wait to share our experience
with all of you! Until then, we ask that you would continue to pray
for us as we prepare for the kids and pray for our traveling as well!
We know great things are going to take place this week! We miss you
all and we love you!

Our first update...

Day 1- We made it safely and with all luggage! What a blessing! We
ended up staying here in Kiev for the night and we are excited about
not being on a bus for 8 hours yet! We got to go shopping in the city
and loved it. It was very different but so much fun! We also got to go
to our first Ukranian restaurant. Many of us tried new things and some
played it safe!! I'm sure you will hear all about it! We walked a ton
and we are getting plenty of exercise, so don't worry!! We are ready
for a good night sleep in a bed and we will be ready for what tomorrow
brings! Thanks for your prayers and please continue to send them. We
are so excited about this trip and we can't wait to impact the lives
of people here!!

Day two here in Ukraine has been quite an interesting one. We loved
shopping in the city yesterday and the buses were an experience for us
all! We were scheduled to leave Kiev this morning and head to Kherson,
but as always in life, schedules don't always hold up. Today's lesson
for us has been one in patience! We got thirty minutes down the road
and had to stop and we have been in a McDonalds for the last two hours
waiting for a new bus...life is great!! But other than that, we are
just so thankful to be here. We have so many fun things planned and we
can't wait to meet all of these kids and create new friends! Each day
brings something new and we are really enjoying it so far. It only
gets better from here on out and we can't wait to share our experience
with all of you! Until then, we ask that you would continue to pray
for us as we prepare for the kids and pray for our traveling as well!
We know great things are going to take place this week! We miss you
all and we love you!