This video just goes to show that a little creativity & incentive can still goes a long way... Drawing on youthful enthusiasm and child-like faith, the kids of Vacation Bible School showed why it's unwise to look down upon their ability to bring positive and lasting change to the world. As for me, well, I am still willing to do just about anything whenever there is a video camera involved. Throw in a good cause and hey, I'm hard-pressed to pass it up, even if it results in bruising, embarrassment or some other disfigurement or shaming.
So here's the deal: Last week the children and youth of Grace Lutheran Church, Dawson MN gathered from June 6 - June 9 for Vacation Bible School. Along with singing songs and learning about God in fun and new ways, the youth showed why it can be fun to give their money too! Over just 4 days, youth were encouraged to gather and donate their loose change in hopes to purchase a well that would ultimately provide clean and safe drinking water for 1 family in need. The goal: $300. As added incentive, I, as Grace Lutheran's Intern Pastor, agreed to do 1 belly flop for every $25 they donated. Needless to say, we accomplished our goal - and then some! Total amount raised: $466!! Here are all 12 flops - a total of $300 worth...(the remaining 6 flops will be spread out over the rest of the summer - after all, I am still recovering from doing 12 plus belly flops back-to-back in a 30 minute time span!)
It's okay to laugh at my painful expense... I always do! Enjoy!
