Winter Frolic '09

It's that time of year again! Winter Frolic with the college and career folks of the Ohio presbytery refreshes and encourages my soul. I made new friends, strengthened old friendships, and generally enjoyed my immensely.

Daniel and I

Friday night, we all enjoyed a meal at the Brejwo's house. We awoke early Saturday to make the trip to Hidden Valley ski resort. There was skiing, snowboarding, tubing, and studying done by everyone. :)

Sarah and Dee

Then it was back to the Semel's for pizza and more fellowship.

Garrett and Mandy

After a good night's rest, we worshiped together and ate lunch together. Sadly, then all our guests had to leave...

Steven, Nate, Garrett, Dee, Sarah, and Ben
I will pray for my friends in their callings, struggles, and triumphs. All these young people are my brethren in Christ. I thank God for them.

"...New Friends"

"Make new friends,
But keep the old;
Those are silver;
these are gold."

This past week/weekend has been a whirlwind of fellowship with the saints. God has blessed me with many new friendships. Some were started last year, some started months ago, and some started Friday. These new friendships have blessed me already. My hope and prayer is that my friendship will bless these young men and women they way they have blessed me. The golden friendships also continue as I fellowship with the friends that I have known for years. Their faith and friendships are a constant source of encouragement and blessing.

Tara visting from Florida (we met at CWSC)

Party at the Moss' House

(Left to Right)

Back Row: Kiri, Me, Kelsie/Front Row: Keely, Hannah, Tara, Tricia, Teresa, Sarah, and Issac

Winter Frolic: Me, Marita, Kyle

It was so good to see Tara! The party at the Moss' house was great. (Though I am grateful that the snow didn't keep me there! :P)

Winter Frolic Weekend was a fantastic way to see "Old" and "New" friends. It was wonderful to see Marita and Kyle again, and to meet: Matt and Betsy, Ben, Sarah, Nate, Amanda, and Heather.