The MO-YOM team awoke this morning to a rare sight as of late - it's not raining anymore! At least we're dry for now. We started our day by meeting up at 9am, followed by a short devotion and prayer led by YOMer Alex Gates. We walked down to the giant pavilion (where we have our services and meals) and ate breakfast. Soon after breakfast, the morning worship service was underway. Once we sang a few songs, the camp youth leaders announced that today's classes were going to be “split sessions” - one class for the young ladies, and a separate class session for the young men. The young men picked up their chairs and trekked up the big hill to the building at the top, where they had their class, and the young ladies stayed in the big auditorium. The camp leaders taught about dating, relationships, and the importance of having Christian attitude and behavior in everyday life. We're learning that a lot of the issues we grapple with as young people in the U.S. are not all that different from the battles faced by young people in other nations and cultures. It's been agreed by the YOMers that today's lunch was the best meal we've had at camp so far. It included a couple small pieces of chicken, Dominican-style potato salad, and rice with beans. After lunch the recreation time started, which meant the Dominican young people and the YOM team had a chance to play basketball, softball, and volleyball. It is much hotter today than any other day on the trip so far; the cloud cover and rain have receded and it was sunny for most of the day. We ate a late dinner and then after we changed clothes, night service began. Our fearless group leader Bro. Luke Levine preached a message entitled, "I'm NOT an Egyptian!" and really targeted some the issues facing young people in the church today. The prayer and worship after the sermon was incredible - young men and women, Dominican and YOMers alike, were re-dedicating themselves to a holy life and consistent relationship with God. Service didn't end until about 1:30am - many, many youth remained in the altars in the early hours of morning. This final evening service of youth camp was truly a life-changing one! Remember to check out the new photos and videos! See Day 4 photos here - http://picasaweb.google.com/moyouth2/YOM10DRDay4# MOYouth YouTube Channel - http://www.youtube.com/user/moyouth

Friday night service here at the national youth camp was off the charts! We sang about 4 worship songs and then Bro. Lance Wickett greeted the campers. Several YOMers testified at this point in the service: Veronica McPheron, Natalia Gunderson, Ellie Harder, and Bradley Nave. Bro. Wickett introduced the MO-YOM Sign Team and they ministered to a song in Spanish. After a couple more songs, Bro. Juan Bautista preached and as the Word of God was preached hearts began to be touched. The Dominican young people and the YOMers prayed and worshiped together as God transformed lives. The YOM team did a terrific job working in the altars and ministering, praying and talking with many of the youth here at the camp. Every young person and YOMer was blessed in a special way in this service! After service we headed back to our rooms and ate a “late night snack” - some fresh bread that Missionary Shirley bought when he made a supply run to the nearest town earlier today. The YOM team is working together wonderfully; everyone is upbeat, excited, and eager to keep trying and doing new things. Thank you for your continued prayers! See Day 3 photos here - http://picasaweb.google.com/moyouth2/YOM10DRDay3# MOYouth YouTube Channel -  http://www.youtube.com/user/moyouth

Missionary Shirley and I traveled into town for some supplies, so we had an opportunity to post some info and photos from our last day-and-a-half. The national Youth Camp is going great! We met up at 8:15am for some morning prayer and devotion before heading to a breakfast of bread, oats, and cheese. After that we had about 2hrs of class. Lucky for us, they found someone who could translate Spanish into English. When class ended we were able to relax for a while until lunch, which consisted of mostly rice and meat. It's currently pouring down rain. This is the slotted time for recreation at the camp, so the YOM team has resorted to playing some fun indoor games until either the rain stops or it's time for dinner and evening service. Look for more updates tomorrow or Sunday! Thank you for the comments; keep 'em coming! MO-YOM ‘10 Photo Album - http://picasaweb.google.com/moyouth2 MOYouth YouTube Channel - http://www.youtube.com/user/moyouth