Once again the Senior High Youth Group had a wonderful time on the mission trip. It took me a few days to catch on to the accent and understand that things work on Kentucky time down there, which means that things go a little slower than we are used to. We worked hard doing drywall, setting up forms, pouring cement, painting, blowing in insulation, and doing a whole bunch of various other jobs. I am amazed each year how hard the kids are willing to work and every year the site coordinators tell me how impressed they are with our group. We were surrounded by beautiful scenery through out the week. The mountains of Kentucky are amazing. On Thursday night we got to experience a little more southern culture as we got to square dance and line dance. It was lot of fun and a good work out as we danced for more than 2 hours. Friday night we went to Pikesville and went bowling. It is always a joy to see the youth grow closer together and grow closer to God on the trip. I love the time spent with the students making jokes and just creating memories that will last a lifetime.
  
Matt Shults
Director of Student Ministries