Nov. 7, 2007 - Germany and Austria
Amanda's Amazing Adventure
The photos on the side bar above are from Amanda's trip to Germany and Austria.
Amanda and her friends had an incredible time in Germany and Austria. The International Leadership trip that they took was through Joshua Expeditions. From the time their plane landed in Europe, they hit the ground running. They first saw Dachau Concentration Camp which was a model concentration camp for the Nazi's. Amanda said that it was a very sad and harrowing place to be. From there their adventure brightened as they went to downtown Munich to see some beautiful sites and eat dinner at the Hofbrau Haus. After some good food and an entertaining evening, they got on their bus, fell asleep and woke up in the Alps of Austria.
While in Austria, they stayed at Schloss Mittersill Christian Conference Center which is housed in an 11th century castle. The main purpose of the trip was to attend a leadership training program. Amanda enjoyed the sessions very much, took many notes, and prayerfully took to heart what the Lord would have her take.
There was no snow on the ground where they were, but they could see it in the high mountains. (My children are easily impressed with any snow they see!!!) They had a chance to walk through the village, speak with the local people - who all were very nice and extremely polite, ride bikes and more. Amanda enjoyed this time of fellowship with her friends. It will be a lasting special memory for these lovely Christian high school seniors girls.
Before leaving Austria they had a chance to see the location for the setting of The Sound of Music, and the birthplace of composer, Mozart. Last before they left Europe, they were able to do some shopping in Austria and Munich.
I am so thankful to the Lord that He allowed Amanda to have this amazing adventure. May she use what God has taught her through this trip in marvelous ways.
Enter into His gates with thanksgiving, and into His courts with praise: be thankful unto Him, and bless His name. Psalm 100:4
