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It was
a beautiful and sunny morning on 9 August 2005 which is also
our nation’s 40th birthday. More than 300
Calvarians with their family members and friends gathered at
West Coast Park for the Calvary Combined Games Day. The
objective set for this special event is to enhance Christian
fellowship for both young and old Calvarians through games,
fun and relaxation. Achieving this objective might not be
possible if God did not bless us with good weather. We thank
God for answering our prayers.
The day
began with praise and worship to the Lord for His goodness and
beautiful creation, followed by an opening prayer by our
pastor, Rev James Chan. The air was not just fresh but filled
with excitement and life. The game I/Cs were all ready to
begin. The large crowd was divided into 6 teams with their
respective colour representations. Not every one joined in the
games. Some opted to relax, sit around and catch up with one
another.
The
games were very well-organized and competitive. Although the
Red team emerged the champion, every team should be applauded
for their unity and cohesiveness demonstrated in every game.
The most memorable game of all is the tug-of-war. This game
required not just power and great strength but also good
coordination and team cheering. Thank God that there are no
twisted arms or broken legs, except for some light abrasions
on the palms. The children had their fun as well in
kite-making. Some of them actually managed to fly their kites
on the spot.
Just
minutes to the end of the last telematch, the sky suddenly
turned dark and a huge downpour set in. Most of us managed to
squeeze into the big tent, and some others sought shelter
under the trees. The rain came at the right time for us to
take our lunch as well. It was truly an experience to
fellowship with one another under such circumstance. How sweet
and how pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity
regardless of the ‘storm’ outside. Thank God for the rain!
The day
ended after the prize presentation and a closing prayer to
thank God for the fruitful Games day we had. Some stayed
behind for more fellowship and ball games while the rest
followed the bus back to church.
God willing, we hope to organize another one
next year. It is our prayer that those who missed the blessing
will join us the next time. “Not forsaking the assembling
of ourselves together, as the manner of some
is; but exhorting one
another: and so much the more, as ye see the day approaching”
(Heb 10:25). Amen.
Encouragement
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