Youth group

Three birthdays
12/19/2008 9:56:30 PM by: Elsi

This evening the youth group celebrated three birthdays. Alex turned 15 a couple of days ago. Today Chris turned 18 (now he's an adult!). And Jesus' birthday is remembered next Thursday. Vicki baked a cake, and I brought soft drinks and chips. I also brought several games and activities, none of which we needed. The kids had organized a Secret Santa gift exchange, in addition to birthday presents for Chris and Christmas gifts for us and each other. They (mostly Karen and HaiMei) brought decorations, more food, apple juice, and presents galore! We even participated in the church's evening worship service, singing "Silent Night" in our various languages. The pastor reminded us Who is the central figure in Christmas, and then gave thank-you gifts to the Anglo teachers who work with various groups in the church. Then back to our party, where we laughed, and hugged, and took pictures ... ate and giggled and enjoyed one another. And at 9, the kids sent Vicki and me away, promising to clean up the room (which badly needed it!) on their own. Happy birthday, big Chris! Happy birthday, Alex! And, a week early, happy birthday, Lord Jesus!

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