We worked with a church planter (Genis) in an area of Tirana that many would call “New Tirana” because of its massive construction since the fall of communism, but the old roots of Bektashis (a sect of Islam) are still present there making it a very difficult community to break into with the gospel.
This camp was smaller, about 15 students. We didn’t have a team from America in for this one, so our facilities were limited, in fact for English class we used a vacant, unfinished building across the street from the church, which is only a single small room. The camp day was much like our camp in Babrru, with Chapel in the morning, followed by English and some activities. But at this camp each night we did an evening activity because it was too hot to do sports during the day.
The small group times were all led by our Albanian student leadership. It was awesome to see them leading. Although I think this camp was hard for all of us at different points, the Lord blessed it and added to his number, two girls professed Christ as their Savior. Please continue to pray for Genis (the church planter) as he labors for the gospel in this hard area. We were so grateful to be able to partner with him and come alongside him to reach the young people in this area. Please pray for fruit.
(Above): There are lots of donkeys in Albania.
(Above): Elio sharing on part of the story of God.
(Above): This is the building that we used for our english classes and some game activities.
(Above): Getting ready for lunch at the church.
(Above): Camp Photo
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