Their Perspective: Ashlyn's Take on AGM

A few weeks ago we had an annual missions meeting (AGM) for all missionaries in our area. We had a great time of fun, fellowship and Bible study. A couple of volunteer teams came from the states to lead us in worship and VBS activities for MKs. Thanks a bunch, Guys! We had a wonderful time and enjoyed seeing you all (from the South we say—ya’ll). God Bless your efforts and desires to minister to us!

Below is Ashlyn’s take on our trip:

“Here is the update you have been waiting for: (Drum roll….)

First we drove in the car all the way outside of Moscow to this hotel \ hotels. We arrived and we got our room numbers. Family was in Building 2 while I was all the way in Building 5 with my roommate Sarah. The food was actually very tasty. Good ol’ Russian food!! We had thin pancakes in the morning with jelly and sausage and eggs (omelets). Well, so we had a wonderful time except the time I accidentally ate chicken hearts…

Anyway I had fun with my classes which consisted of bible study, singing and praising God, outdoor activities, and games indoors. A lot of fun! I would get in around 11:30 to 12:00… Tiring I know.  But I did have fun!! I got to see my best friend Jenna. In the youth there were only 2 boys and 8 girls…. It is really strange to have such a small group for the youth because usually there are 100 to 200 people. Different!! But we had such a wonderful time getting to know each other better. It was very hard for me to say goodbye to Jenna, because she is my best friend I have known for as long as I can remember.

So we are back now and I have started school, which is an online school. Very fun!! I get my assignments, and I chat and talk to the teachers online. But when I do my work,…I will be working in books off the computer. Mother just gives me the test and makes sure I get all my assignments done….It is exciting to do this on my own yet at the same time talk with all my classmates and teachers.”
-Ash