Sons and fathers rafting on the Sluch river
«Christ is the answer» church in the city of Rivne Rivne has been organizing a river rafting for several years in a row. Every summer, active vacationers travel a long way along the Sluch river, spend the night in tents and cook food on a fire. This time, the fathers and sons had the opportunity to enjoy nature and sincere communication for three days.
«I like the atmosphere that prevails during these days. The simple, fraternal collaboration. Even cooking inspires me, it also plays a role»- Olexandr Prokopovych, a church minister.
«We have been dreaming and wanted to try rafting for a long time. I am here with four children, they are all happy. Awesome rest, friendly company, favorable weather, everything is super!» – Olexiy Sichenikov, mentor of a family-type orphanage.
Falcon mountain and Nadsluchanska Shveytsariia– places with exceptional views! And after a boat trip, everyone could choose something to do: volleyball, swimming, fishing, or just relaxing in a hammock. An integral part of each course was the study of God’s Word, singing of Christian songs, and the analysis of spiritual topics.
«These days we have experienced a very great blessing. We had fun, restored our inner state. Rowing, nature, communication, team. Everything was very good» – Vitalii Evseichuk, deacon of the «Living water» church.
«At the time when we face family problems in society, it is important to spread family values and promote better relationships in the family. Our goal was to improve the relationship between parents and sons, and we succeeded. We put the father and children in the boats, so that during the water trip there was communication between them. Fishing with your son, swimming on the river, singing around the campfire, playing with the ball, just talking, listening and answering questions – this is real fatherhood and a manifestation of love» – Taras Sen, pastor of the church.
Despite a slight fatigue, the team of 23 people, including several orphans, were filled with positive impressions for a long time. Such trips in a special way strengthen relationships in families, contribute to spiritual and physical enrichment. Members of the «Christ is the answer» church plan to organize similar trips for teenagers and couples.
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