Jerusalem Marketplace
Seventy kids from this community, surrounding communities and even a few from out of state converged on the Brucklacher ranch last week to attend the 2008 Vacation Bible School themed Jerusalem Marketplace. Thirty teen leaders and twenty-some adults assisted in the productive and inspiring week.
Children were broken into tribes and spent time in the Marketplace making baskets, jewelry, pottery, bread, and wooden dreidels. They attended Synagogue School led by Rabbi Steve and the Gathering led by Barb Bowen. They spent time in the candy and herb shop and attended Drama at the Well to learn more about Biblical stories through acting. Animals (goats, sheep, horses, etc) were loved and cared for all week by the kids.
Kids met at the United Church each morning and boarded the Haakon County school bus driven by Keven Morehart. Seventy kids clad in cloaks and tunics, with sack lunches in tow, is such a fun and inspiring sight.
The week concluded with a program Friday evening at the Brucklacher Barn, followed by a potluck and then an evening of s’mores around the campfire. The weather held for a beautiful bug-free evening that was enjoyed by all.
Thank you to the entire community for your amazing support!
