A few weeks ago, I told you about the Des Moines Justice Program that our family was doing over Spring Break. Well, it happened and it was great! Here are some of the highlights:
Pre-Program: Megan had the great idea of us going into Des Moines a day early so we could have a mini-vacation. The plan was simple: swim in the hotel pool and eat a free continental breakfast. Mission accomplished! The kids had a great time in the pool (we went before and after dinner!) and slept really hard. They also decided that hotel waffles are better than the ones that I make... =0).
Set up: We got to the church where we were going to be having the program around 10am on Friday. Students weren't arriving until 3, so we had plenty of time to setup. If there's one thing our kids love doing, it's helping setup for things. They took it upon themselves to help with registration and get show students where their beds were.
Program: The program itself was great. We did some bible study. We visited a homeless shelter. We went on a city walk, imagining that we were someone in the city who needed help of some sort and trying to find the resources available to people (NOTE: DON'T NEED HELP ON A WEEKEND; EVERYTHING IS CLOSED!). We heard from some dynamic speakers and worshipped together. What I especially liked was that we had 2 Bellevue students come with us and they had a great time. Also, another staff couple brought their kids too, so our kiddos made some new friends and childcare was WAY easier since our kids could go play with other kids.
Coming home: After the obligatory Bubble Tea stop on our way out of town, we made our way home. Proof that it was a good trip? As soon as we got home, out kids started crying about how they wanted to be back in Des Moines. =0).
Overall, it was a really great experience for the whole family. It was good to be back in the Justice Program space, even if just for a weekend. We say God do some cool things amongst students and staff and even our family too. Hooray for Justice!
Have an excellent day!
~Adam
Have an excellent day!
~Adam
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