After a hardworking effort against Desert Vista, the team enjoyed the opportunity to unwind during our last full day in Arizona. Starting off bright and early to a cold morning (cold by Arizona standards, anyway) we took a long drive to Montezuma’s Castle, a Native American ruin built into the cliffside. Despite learning that...
Continue readingLacrosse Day All Day
Today started bright and early with a scorching practice. Remembering from last year how talented the Desert Vista offense is, we implemented a new wrinkle in our defensive squad: the “In and Out” zone defense, named after In and Out Burger, the team’s habitual burger joint in Arizona. After a hardworking practice in which...
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Day Two, All Service
Leaving bright and early from the hotel, 6:45, we headed into Phoenix. First stop was the LodeStar homeless shelter. Driving by, we saw dozens of homeless individuals gathered to receive food, shelter, and medical attention at LodeStar. Ruben and Tracy, the shelter employees who guided us, said that having all the services in one...
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Tempe Meeting For Worship and Service
Today we visited the Tempe Meeting, where we also went last year. On this return trip to Tempe, we joined in their Meeting For Worship Sunday service, followed by a potluck lunch that they graciously provided for us. During the lunch, the boys had the opportunity to meet and talk to several members of the meeting....
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Arrived in Arizona
We arrived last night. After a quick stop for dinner at our favorite In and Out Burger it was check-in time at the hotel. We settled in and quickly found out the pool location. Today we head to Meeting for Worship with our friends at the Tempe Meeting, followed by an afternoon of service....
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