Update #9 Southeast Asia B

Halo from Southeast Asia!

Day Two of camp was flled with adventure: kids flying down zip lines, fishing at the beach, and most awesome, over 100 campers responding to the Gospel.

Our mornings typically begin with a few laps in the hotel pool, followed by breakfast and devotions with the team before heading to the camp’s opening ceremonies. From there, we split up and dove into a full day of activities: arts and crafts, zip lining. hula hoops, archery tag with padded arrows, and, of course, more fishing at the beach. With 250-300 campers and leaders involved, it feeis like a celebration wherever we go.

The food has been a hit: rice at every meal (which works just fine for me), accompanied by fish, veggies, chicken, tofu, and some incredible hot sauce. Coffee is always brewing at the Masse home, where our gracious field workers are based.

The team has truly jumped right in, learning enough Bahasa Indonesian to make connections and becoming best friends with the kids in just a matter of days. The night ended with a deeply moving Gospel message. While we couldn’t understand every word, the response was unmistakable, a great reminder that some things transcend language.

As faculy advisor, couldn’t be prouder of how this team has come together, serving the kids and supporting one another with heart and humility. One team member was overheard saying, “I wasn’t so sure about this random team, but I actually really like you guys. We should hang out when we get back!” Others chimed in with “We have the best team ever. I love you guys!” It’s also safe to say that everyone wants to come back to the House of Hope.

Each Jessup student has stepped up with leadership, compassion, and full engagement in daily outreach. Everyone is healthy, in great spirits, and giving their all.

Thank you for your continued prayers and support as we enter our final days here and begin preparing for the journey home.

Puji Tuhan (Praise the Lord)!

~Dave