The Camp

There are 150 children ages 6-16. Most don't speaka word of English, but I have the most wonderful translater. Stella is a college student who is a shining light in Moldova. Her parents teach at the University and she dreams of studying in the United States. She sits by my side and easily tranlates all my thoughts about scripture and what God has to say and communicates these to children and the adult teachers of the camp.

All but one of the adult teaches showed up for day two of the Bible lessons. These women talk with me and share their faith. They are teaching me as much as I teach them, and I have told them we are "sisters" because we are all teachers and doing God's work.

The camp is in a beautiful natural setting that could be the year 2007 or the year 1007. Only the presence of the van and the portable sound system for morning worship are give-aways that we are in 21st century.

The "out door potty" is the only available restroom and reminds me of how far we really are from the city. These dedicated teachers live "on campus" and seem very dedicated to their work with the children.

I see the presence of Christ here.