This summer I will be going on my third and final mission trip and I am extremely excited. The past two mission trips I went on were some of the best experiences I've had. They've given me a chance to grow closer to my friends and God, all while helping others in need. One of my favorite memories from a mission trip was from two years ago when we went to Kokomo, Indiana. We had spent our first work day painting a room in a nursing home and helping out however we could. We came back again later in the week and this time was less labor and more spending time with the residents. We played bingo, video games, put on a talent show, and just talked with everyone. It was touching to see just how simply spending time with them and listening to their stories put a smile on their faces. It's such a great feeling to know you are making someone else feel good. Even doing the smallest thing can mean so much to someone. Knowing we put smiles on those residents faces that day meant a lot to me and was one of the highlights of that mission trip. I can't wait to help out again on the mission trip this summer.
-Caroline Werther
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Caroline Werther |