In case you couldn't tell, the Young Women of our church congregation play a big role in my life. I've been serving and working with them for almost five years now and they definitely hold a special place in my heart. Here's a few snapshots of what we've been up to recently:
Our basketball team has been undefeated for several years now, yet they are still down-to-earth, show good sportsmanship, and are welcoming of all players, regardless of skill level. I love attending their games and cheering them on!
We also recently did a YW retreat, which consisted of doing service at a nursing home...
Including performing some scenes from the Wizard of Oz.
We also helped decorate for Easter and visited with individual patients...
It turned out to be a great experience.
After the nursing home we went to Sandy Springs Adventure Park in Maryland, where the girls spent about 4 hours at the ropes' course.
It was so cool to see their confidence grow as they did progressively harder and harder courses...
and I loved seeing the friendships that were formed and/or strengthened.
The girls seemed to have a great time and could have kept going all night I think.
I enjoyed the challenge and being out there with the girls, but, man, I was exhausted and bruised up by the end!
After the ropes' course, we went and had some more activities and a campout in our camp director's backyard.
It took a lot of planning to make it happen, but I think it was worth every second of it.
Last, but not least, we had a personal progress activity where we asked people to dress up in rainbow costumes. Some of the girls got really into it. :)
I love the privilege it is for me to spend time with these beautiful young women each week.
They have blessed my lives in more ways than they will ever know
These girls are SO lucky to have you!
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