Fujikyu Round 2

This past weekend we had round #2 of our retreats to Camp Fuji. This time it was with the high school youth group. The group was a little bit smaller, but I think the weekend went really well and that the kids learned a lot of things. If anything, I felt the group grew closer as we were able to open up more and really discus what we were all about. The weekend's theme was "Bodybuilding". Not physical bodybuilding, but spiritual bodybuilding. This weekend was also joined with a youth group from Yokota Air Force Base and it was a blast having them there. Both groups got together well and I feel like we were able to learn about our roles as different youth groups and also as the bigger body of Christ.

The highlight of my weekend there was on Sunday when the whole group went though and completed the Marine obstacle course. It was just really cool to see all the kids, girls and guys, go through the obstacle. It was easy for some and really a challenge for others, but everyone was able to get through it. It was really cool to see the kids encourage each other and physically help each other get over obstacle, just like they need to and have helped each other spiritually get over obstacles. The Marines were so patient with everyone and it was really neat to see them help each person along. It was also cool seeing them do the course themselves and just how strong they are.

The retreat ended on Monday with another round of long lines at Fujikyu. It was fun going on the rollercoasters and chatting with the students throughout the day. Oh, the food there was good also. Overall, I feel that the weekend went really well and that it was something all the students needed.