Greetings from the shores of beautiful Lake Courage in Farmington, Pennsylvania.

CYC Heritage is off to a great start. The giant weather system parked in the Northeast sent multiple waves of rain through southwestern Pennsylvania. While it soaked the area, it did not dampen the spirits of these incredible campers. 

Monday morning Dave Myers gave a Christian Living class titled “Driver or Passenger,” which reminded us of God’s plan for all of us and really set the bar for all the speakers. We were able to get through our regular morning activities.  

Around lunch, we enjoyed a “Texas gully washer.” A severe thunderstorm warning was predicted, and we had quite a bit of “splash and flash.”

Then the National Weather Service issued a tornado watch. We moved everyone indoors, waiting for the storm to pass. The campers started an impromptu hymn sing, with the campers playing the hymns. It was truly inspiring to see how these young people literally braved the storm. One of the nicest things to see is how the everyone at camp bonds and comes together. The challenge we faced made us stronger.

The storm system has now moved out, leaving us a forecast of great weather.  We are looking forward to a week of fun, fellowship and learning.

Thank you so much for your prayers. And thanks to God for His protection and blessing.

Scott Lord