SERVING ONE ANOTHER

Senior high youth learned about serving God, each other, and the world God has given us at this year's district spring retreat, held March 16-18 at Peoria Church of the Brethren. Twenty-one youth, four advisors, and three guest leaders from Brethren Volunteer Service (BVS) attended, representing five congregations in the northern, central, and southeastern parts of the district. Peoria was a good host site for the group, with a gym and showers on-site and several service projects within walking distance.

In addition to learning about service and BVS, youth had devotions through the weekend, enjoyed an assortment of games and recreation, ate some good food, watched a movie, and led the Sunday morning worship service at the church.

The fall retreat will be held concurrently with district conference, Nov. 2-4 in Freeport.

Submitted by Walt Wiltshek