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was Awesomely The Awesomest! It was really refreshing to be outta the house and by the beach. For the first time I was really able to appreciate the beach. Having grew up on an island and seeing water everywhere, I tend to take it for granted when I see the sea.
The view was breathtaking, especially with all the rocks there. Too bad I couldn’t capture it on film in the absence of my (family) camera. But there were a few photographers with those SLRs I don’t dare touch in case I spoil anything. They were practically snapping everything.
Being a first timer there, I didn’t know what to expect. But it was a totally different experience from other camps like YLDP or Youth Quake. One thing is that it’s much shorter: just a weekend, which is totally insufficient in my point of view. I was back home just now and thinking: “Why so fast end already one?” It’s just too short!
Our guest speaker: Uncle Herbie, was so good he should come back next year, and the following year, and the year after that…Ok I confess I was kinda sleepy in the mornings but still managed to learn something instead of ‘fishing’ at my seat.
Actually every session was equally good for me. And God was really there, I could feel it. He was so real! I really liked that part after the 3rd session where he asked us to feedback on what we felt the Holy Spirit was trying to say. It really taught me to not only feel God but also to listen to what he’s trying to say. Sometimes it’s just a feeling but I often don’t recognize it well enough to act on it.
And on this morning’s worship service, it was a style of its own man. I’ve never experienced something simpler and more focused than this. Using just short scripture passages in between songs (the accapella parts were great), it was just God and God alone.
One thing I feel I still struggle with, to me personally is my emotions when I see or hear testimonies. When I see people filled with the Holy Spirit I feel like crying. And when I saw Benjamin being anointed with olive oil I felt scared. I don’t know why. I’m not even sure whether its from God, or Satan or just me.
Shaun, not sure if you’ll read this but I was thinking of you when Uncle Herbie was talking about Mother’s Day. And again I’m not sure if it was from God or just me being overly sensitive. I felt you were like a lil emo, but didn’t dare ask you about it.
About the other programs I don’t think I wanna go into the details, not that it was insignificant but I lazy to write ready. Heeee..
The food was good btw.. I’ve reached 40kg! Yey!
To: Mel, Joanne, Tracy, Steph, Alicia etc…
Thanks for the fellowship and companionship. I really appreciate it. My first experience watching a horror movie with you all was really fun.
To: Peky and gang, thx for all the commitment and effort put in, you guys are the best!
And to: The Strongest Strong One, Thank You for enabling me to join this retreat. I love You so much. Muakx!
Current Mood: Emo
Current Song: El Shaddai