Friday, December 5, 2008
Here We Go
Just one more day to camp!
The 365 Youth Camp 08 blog thus 'expires', after months of posts and writing but the journey starting this Sunday could very well last a lifetime for every one of us. Throughout these months, different committee members have written about their hopes and dreams, their fond memories of the past youth camps, their significant encounters with God. We have all realized there is much to 'take home' from any youth camp, and this Sunday presents another opportunity for a great encounter with God.
This blog has really been the sum of different accounts of people who have had colourful experiences in camps. Your life, like this blog, will be the sum of all the experiences you have gone through in life, displayed for all to see, read, enjoy and learn from. For many of you, this coming camp may bring a 'new post' and a new page, if only we would allow God to write it.
As we pack for these 4 days and 3 nights, let's go remembering 'God is able'. Let's go with expectant hearts and open hands. Let's go ready.
With this, we would like to say goodbye here and a big thank you for being faithful readers in this blog. We will see you in camp :>
Abel Cheah
Wednesday, December 3, 2008
Camp Briefing Points
We are only a few days away. This is for those of you who didn't attend our Briefing on Saturday.
365 Youth Camp 2008 Briefing
In order to maximize your enjoyment during the camp, you are required to obey certain camp guidelines.
1.0 Common ethics
1.1 Behavior
- Maintain appropriate conduct throughout the duration of camp (e.g. no fighting, bullying, sleeping in during sessions, littering)
- Turn off your hand phones during the sessions to reduce distractions. Maintain decorum when the Speaker is preaching and during the altar calls.
1.2 Attendance
- Be punctual for all events (sessions, games, quiet time, dorm moments). All campers are not allowed to leave the premises of the campsite without permission from the Commandant and are expected to attend ALL sessions.
- Light-outs rule at 11 p.m. (and on Tuesday night, 12 p.m.) to be obeyed without any questions.
1.3 Participation
- All campers are to take part in the workshops, games and other activities (Banquet Night, Talent Time, Photo Session).
1.4 Prohibited Items
- Weapons, drugs, alcohol, cards, lighters, cigarettes, inappropriate magazines, books, unnecessary valuables (jewelry, laptops, PSP). These will be confiscated if found.
2.0 Items to bring/Attire
2.1 For Sessions
- Bible, notebook, stationery
- Long pants, warm clothing, jackets (hall may be cold)
- No shorts, miniskirts, inappropriate clothing.
2.1 For Games
- Sports attire
- Good shoes and dark colored T-Shirts
2.2 For Banquet Night
- Your date (!)
- Clothing according to the theme (retro)
2.3 For the entire stay
- Toiletries (tooth brush, toothpaste, cleanser, soap, shampoo) and towels
- Regular changes of underclothes and socks
- Water bottle
- Some money
- Any special, personal medication if required
The buses will leave FGT at 1:15 p.m. on Sunday, 7th Dec. Campers may bring their bags into the church hall and leave them at the back. For admin purposes, be at church at 1 p.m. SHARP. Buses are expected to arrive in church around 3.30 p.m. on Wednesday, 10th Dec.
p.s. Do remember your gifts for the 'Angels and Mortals' game too..
It's going to be an awesome time...
(Last post on Friday)
Friday, November 28, 2008
Captain Able's Final Moments!
Thursday, November 27, 2008
365 Youth Camp 2008 Committee - Part 2
Name: Ng Ee Huei
Age: 16
Occupation: Student. SMK Taman SEA.
Favorite color: Black & White? No favourite la
Favorite band: Simple Plan
Favorite Movies: Pearl Harbour , Flyboys , National Treasure
What kind of songs do I usually like to listen?
What would I do normally with my free time?
How would I describe myself...
Name: Jonathan Tan Ern Wei
Age: 18
Occupation: Student. Taylor's College (TCPJ)
Favorite color: Blue
Favorite Band: Armor For Sleep
Favorite movie: The Machinist, if you know what movie is that
What kind of songs do I usually like to listen?
What would I do normally with my free time?
Watch movies.
How can I describe myself Intelligent. No la. I'm a guy with grass-like hair. I can be witty. If I got nothing to talk about, I keep quiet. I'm studying to be an architect.
Trust this year's committee. It's gonna be a great camp. By the way, about the toilets. For the hygienic people, its safe to use. For the vain pots, the mirror there is BIG and CLEAR.
Name: Foo Kar Kien
Age: 19
Occupation: Student. Monash University.
Favorite color: Different colors suits different situations.
Favorite band: None
Favorite Movies: Shawshank Redemption, Ironman, Troy, 300
What kind of songs do I usually like to listen?
What would I do normally with my free time?
I can be very cheeky at times. I like to crack jokes. haha. I'm into photography, I really enjoy taking pictures. Not a very patient person =)
Youth camp...
Would be very exciting this year. The games are fun and I'm sure the message is gonna speak to the hearts of people.
Name: Ooi Dar Ray
Age: 21
Occupation: Student. Monash University.
Favorite color: Blue
Favorite band: -
Favorite Movies: Crash
What kind of songs do I usually like to listen?
-
What would I do normally with my free time?
How would I describe myself...
::Registration::
Name: Melissa Wong
Age: 18
Occupation: Student. Sunway University College.
Favorite color: Pink
Favorite band: I don't really have a favorite band. I listen to any songs. As long as the songs suit me.
Favorite Movies: Any romantic comedies. I like the lovey-dovey types. =)
What kind of songs do I usually like to listen?
What would I do normally with my free time?
How would I describe myself...
Come and have fun. and to enjoy God's presence!
Secondary Committee
- Gene Lih
- Cae Me
- Su Ann
Tuesday, November 25, 2008
Camp Briefing and Banquet Night theme
This Saturday is very important as we will be having our camp briefing after the 365. All who are attending the camp are strongly encouraged to come, to have an idea of what is expected during the camp.
To give you all a heads-up with regards to the theme of our Banquet Night (a dinner event on Monday night) this year... our theme is "Blast from the Past". You can all come dressed in the 60's/70's/80's style (any one of them), as long as you don't look modern :P
We are looking forward to camp, continue to pray as it draws nearer.
Sunday, November 23, 2008
Interview with the Seniors (Part 2)
Uncle Kim Hong
1) When was the first youth camp that you went to, and when was the last (year)?
My first camp was in 1981 and the last was ...aiyoh...such a long time ago...cant exactly remember, but I knew it was in STM seremban
2) From all the years that you went to youth camp, what can you remember most clearly that has probably changed your life?
Well, my first camp was the most memorable one.....I still remember that I was in Form 4 and after rededicating my life to Christ in school after my SRP, the next step was to make a stand home. My parents are staunch Taoist believers and being the only son, they would never approve of my decision of accepting Christ. I had planned to break the news to them on the eve of CNY in 1982 as that was the highlight of ancestral worship in my home. As such, during the 1981 camp, the whole camp, especially my dorm was praying for me throughout the camp. The encouragement I got from everyone in camp gave me the confidence to go through with the whole thing. This carried on even after camp and when I finally made a stand at home, I had the comfort of knowing that everyone was there for me and was praying for me. Thats brotherly love man....
3) Any funny/interesting moments? (Any particular incident)
Yup, every camp has its funny moments....I still remembered my first banquet night...1981 camp...being a rookie who has never been to camp, I did not know that we had to dress up.....long sleeve shirt, ties, nice leather shoes and everything else...so I turned up with a pair of pants (not a proper one), short sleeve shirt (quite a flimsy one) and jogging shoes!!....plus a borrowed tie which did not match....and guess who was my date...Pas. Yoke Poh!!..habis!!!...anyway, it went alright....she forgave me....being young, you only think about the food....well...
I also remembered my first fasting camp...yes, we had one and if I am not mistaken, it was in 1985....I came home losing so much weight that my mother could hardly recognize me...anyway, it was a great camp as everyone learnt to get up early to pray (nearly everyday at 530am) and we fasted from all meals for about 4 days...you guys should try it....helps to cut down on camp fees!! ha ha!!!
I also remembered we tied someone up at a tree after games one day as an initiation rite....fun man....he was never the same again....
4) What were the conditions of the campsites that you went to, and how were the physical environments like?
Most of the camps we had those days were in a place called Lakeview Ringlet,
The air in
The worst one for me was ACS Malacca....we had one camp there and it we lived in this school for a week....the toilets...were not great lah and not only was it hot, we had to light up about 5-6 mosquito coils every night to keep the mossies away. However, we enjoyed the school field as it was big and we could have so many games and activities there.
Then there's STM. STM (Seminari Theoloji
Hey, wherever the camp site is and no matter what the conditions are, God always shows up...
5) What would be the highlight of a youth camp, as you knew it back then?
Well, I would say games plus the morning and night sessions. We usually had telematches plus captain ball and tene coil (quite similar to captain ball). Games were a serious matter then but everyone kept their cool.....relax, relax....even the pastors played....tension eh.....but in games, no friend friend lah, everyone went all out to win....pastor also no give chance man!!!!
Camp was important for many as most of us came wanting to hear from God. As much as it was fun, it was also a serious time for many. Many spent much time alone as well or prayed in groups seeking God for either one thing or another. The hunger for the Word made the morning and night meetings very important to many. We also prayed alot in camp. I guess it's the hallmark of our church ...never leave home forgetting it......
6) Why would you encourage the youth today to come to camp?
I developed great friendships in camp. My good buddy, Mun Leong (you can see him on my Facebook) and me have been friends for such a long time and camp was a place where we really got close. He has been a source of strenghth and encouragement to me and its a great joy for us to see each other grow and mature in the Lord through these years. Godly friends help push you to greater heights in God. Camp is a right place to develop friendships like that
Camp is also a good place to better yourself. Its a place to learn from others, esp. your leaders and pastors as you mature in your christian life. Other than your normal friends, learn to develop good relationships with your leaders and pastors as well....no where better than camp since you will be there for a great number of days. There's also the areas in your life which needs polishing, eg. habits, etc. If your stay long enough with your friends in camp year after year (since camp was a whole week then), you notice things and perhaps learn things about yourself which you never noticed....trust me, it shows...good friends help to correct one another...
Anyway, why not camp? Why not set aside time to meet God, learn His word, develop godly friendships plus have fun all the way? If you think this is boring, then you need help....serious help....
7) What makes a good camp?
Good planning ...of course with more fun programs lah....much prayer......encourage yourself by setting some goals for camp thus personal preparation of going to meet God makes going to camp more exciting....
Thanks to both Uncle Kim Hong and Uncle Mun Leong for their time.
Friday, November 21, 2008
This song makes me remember how God touched me during camp. Each time I hear or sing this song, I will definitely remember how God encouraged me when I was facing different problems during that time and how God spoke to me through this song during my very first camp. This song really strengthens my faith and it gives me the assurance that God will be with me in times of hardship and discouragement. I felt so secure being in God's presence. As a new Christian at that time, I didn't expect to gain or learn anything from camp, but as this song was sung again and again, my faith grew stronger.
Melissa