Lock-In

I had forgotten what a wonderful time a Junior High Lock-In could be. Staying up all night. Playing games. Eating lots of junk food. Playing "Sardines" and "Capture the Flag" in a darkened church (the sanctuary was off-limits [which if you think about it, it doesn't make a lot of sense. Why else call it a sanctuary]). Having "God Time". In short getting to know these young adults in way that doesn't happen in ordinary church or Sunday school.

The group playing "Hit man" . This is a game of intrigue and suspense where people continually get "knocked" off until the detective(s) can figure out who the hit man is. One might ask: is this an appropriate game to be playing in church? I am not going to answer that.

Some of our fearless leaders taking an eat break.

Surprise!! This was taken of one of the participants during Capture the Flag when the building was pitch black. Neither of us could see for the next ten minutes.

I appreciated this time, not only too be able to get to know these young adults better and to tap into their energy and enthusiasm, but also as a release from the day to day stuff at seminary. So, when is the next Lock-In?