English Camp

Road Trip!



What a great weekend with some wonderful Slovene youth. We drove about an hour from Ljubljana to Fiesa near the town of Piran (population 4050). Upon arriving we were taken back by the beautiful location of the English Camp. The view from the hotel window was spectacular. We could look down at the crystal clear waters of the Adriatic Sea and watch people diving, fishing and swimming. In the distance we could see the mountains of Italy. The students and I (Craig) enjoyed swimming in the inviting waters. On Saturday Mariella and I woke up to the sound of rain and laughing teenagers who were running down to the water for an early morning swim. The high school aged students participating in the language camp attend a private school in Ljubljana. The students were very intelligent, well mannered, and spiritually introspective. Unfortunately our time with them was too short. Mariella and I would have preferred a week-long camp. I suspect the students would also vote for staying a week, but they must return to school tomorrow morning. The students English language ability grew as did our knowledge and understanding of the heart and ways of Jesus. We were all blessed and encouraged by our time spent together, each of us growing closer to one another and to Jesus. On Saturday afternoon we enjoyed a walk to the small town of Piran. Jane, the student’s teachers, led us around the city explaining the history and lay of the land. We enjoyed the impromptu singing of a song in the church overlooking the city. A highlight was walking to the top of the church bell tower where we were rewarded with great views of the town and the Croatian and Italian coastlines. We said goodbye to the students Sunday afternoon. We parted with the students singing us a Slovene song of thanks. Great kids! Great location! Great weekend! Thank you Jesus! We love living and are grateful for Your good gifts.
Pictures to be posted soon.