Word of the Day- AMAZING (Guest Blogger Tammy Raby)

Well.....it's been an eventful day......AMAZING really! It was perfect weather for Sports camp and about 20+ kids from Govera. We enjoyed getting our rears kicked at soccer (AGAIN) and chasing tennis balls all over the courts. The incredible part was that, inspite of us, God was at work in bringing the gospel clearly to kids who are immersed in a country's deep traditions and the worldview of good deeds will get us to heaven. It's fun to watch the light's come on in the eyes of those who are seeking Him.
We had a SHOPPING TRIP to Horezu on the way back from morning camp - lots of great pottery and an AMAZING demonstration by a local potter (who has been doing this for 20 years) and the pottery painter (is that a profession?) - we have great video to share for anyone who is interested! Ionica shared the story of the potter and the clay from Jeremiah with the potter - pray that the scripture will come alive to that potter!

This afternoon we had another painting party - clearly the teenagers were having a great deal more fun than the adults...........based on the conversations we overheard (MASH, Transformers, Pokemon apparently are all AMAZING - according to sources who will remain nameless).
No naps today - we were completely functional for the first day since we got here (well, as functional as this abnormal team can be).

The second Sports Camp of the day was very eventful - with the youth director getting his rear kicked up and down the field, mostly DOWN on the field (he was playing a group of little girls ! - NOT). SEE PICTURE ATTACHED! :)

We had a great evening together, ending with an opportunity for intimate conversations among several of our Romanian team members with the camp kids. Discussions revolved around questions about heaven and hell; how to define right and wrong; and how do you believe you can get to heaven; Several showed serious interest, while others continue to doubt - please pray that the Holy Spirit will continue to work in the lives of all those who have heard the Gospel through the Sports Camp. The professor who helped with the publication of the sports camp is also a seeker, so particularly pray for her salvation - her name is Elena.

The team continues to have a great deal of fun together - God has protected our relationships and we are thrilled to be here!

Tomorrow we head to Copaceni - a gypsy village about an hour from Rimnicu Valcea. We're looking forward to working with "the brothers" there. Sarah, Layne and I will be leading out in a Ladies Banquet tomorrow night - so lots of fun ahead!

Blessings to you all!

-Tammy