Thursday, April 5, 2007
Today the group went in two different directions again. The group that worked last night headed to the Plaka for souvenir shopping and a quick meal. The rest of the group went to the Cosmo Vision Center, a sports facility that serves the local churches and ministries. The group participated in various services around the center, such as: cleaning windows with water and newspapers, raking soccer fields, mending soccer goal nets, and painting. After an hour or two to rest, the entire group headed together to the church of Christ down the street for a special 'Good Thursday' worship service. At the multi-lingual service we heard a lesson about Jesus' final words on the cross, we sang in various languages, our trio sang, and finally four of us performed a skit for the congregation. Only two children were present, and the church presented small Easter gifts to them at the end of the service. After church services concluded, the group enjoyed fast food and gelato ice cream. Our final 'group bonding time' took place at the hotel. We went around the room sharing some of the most memorable experiences we have had this week. Matt challenged us with the question of 'how will what you've seen this week affect the way you live everyday, back home?', and the students responded by saying they hope it will make them more grateful for freedom of speech/religion and more willing to look for chances to serve and volunteer. Tomorrow we head to Corinth!
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