Journey with Jesus

“The Journey With Jesus” retreat day was not what it seemed, we thought it was going to be no fun and games but it was the exact opposite. All of the youth ministers there were so lovely and encouraging, we didn’t want the day to end. The day was about guiding us as leaders with help from God's love. We learned about salvation and forgiveness.

During the retreat day, the youth ministers  explained the bible in an exquisite way that nobody would think of, using items in a backpack. They told us about lots of things using metaphors, a water bottle representing God's love, a torch representing Jesus’ guiding light, not to mention a first aid kit representing God’s protection, forgiveness and healing. 

We played lots of games that were learning in disguise opportunities. Our favourite was the balloon origin based on state of origin footy. We learned that during our lives we may have moments where we feel overwhelmed, or on our own, but Jesus is always there for us and is the one voice that we can always listen to. 

For all of the future Year 6 leaders, we hope you enjoy this day to the fullest, and learn how to become leaders of the school just like we have today in this special time.         

 ~ David & Audrey Year 6 ~

B.Firm 

Last Friday we had a fantastic time at B.Firm! We completed lots of fun activities that pushed us to our limits. We did activities like the mud run, a tyre run, ninja wall, climbing a cargo net and the push up pit.

The push up pit was a pit of mud that we obviously had to do push-ups in, it was very hard because my hands kept slipping. The cargo net was a big net that we had to climb to the top and come back down the other side. It was exciting to climb, I was proud that I made it. The ninja wall was a big wall which you had to run up and climb to the top of. We all supported each other to get up, I was so happy when I got to the top.

B.Firm was great for leadership because we learned to work together as a team. Our instructor was strict but really nice and she made sure we pushed ourselves out of our comfort zones in a good way. 

I can’t wait to do it again soon!

by Poppy

This term at B.Firm our grade faced many challenges and overcame many fears and we did it together as a team. Our instructor was lovely but tough and strict on us about our behaviour and attitude. The most challenging part was when we needed to run through the sticky mud. If we talked during the instruction the consequence was jump squats or push ups in the push up pit. The pit was filled with dry mud and sharp rocks. The most hilarious part was that many people managed to leave them behind and we were not allowed to go back and scavenge them. It was too dangerous. So they were lost forever. The best team work activity was when we were blinded with goggles. Our partners guided us through the obstacle course. I made my partner crawl for ages because it was funny and Mr Jenkins suggested I should. A little bit cruel but fun! Another exercise was to run up a curved angled wall and our classmates helped us by pushing our feet up. It was the most challenging and rewarding day and our grade can’t wait to visit again.

By Lexie

B firm was easily my favourite experience I’ve participated in at this school. This year our teachers so kindly gave us the unforgettable opportunity to attend the B.Firm day camp. At first I was a little skeptical about B.Firm as it sounded strict and not as fun as it really was. However after arriving my mind changed and it automatically became my absolute favourite. My peers and teachers were really encouraging and we got to have so much fun and even a laugh. It was really a variety of different activities each crucial for our leadership and extremely memorable. This camp can build up leadership skills like no one else, I learnt courage, gained strength, built confidence and learned strategy more than I ever have. In conclusion, B.Firm was a roller coaster I wish to ride again.

by Massimo M

At B.Firm we enjoyed a lot of fun things like the mud run. First we put our bags in the tent and then we started. The worse thing was if we talked while the instructor was talking, the consequences were that we had to do push-ups and squats.

One time we had to do push ups in the mud pits and that was the worst! I liked rope walking between trees. I learned to work together with my friends. It was a fabulous day!

By Risav

Last week Year 6 went to B-Firm boot camp. At B.Firm we did lots of fun activities. B.Firm was challenging but in a fun way. It pushes a lot of people out of their comfort zones. Some things that were challenging for me were the warped wall and the cargo net. Things that were fun were the rope walking and the obstacle course. The mud run was challenging but fun and dirty. Also don’t bring your best clothes to wear back from the mud run. This was a great experience and built my leadership skills a lot more. It also taught me to step out of my comfort zone. It is a great place with friendly staff and friendly people.

Lilah J