Rainbow and Convoy

Yesterday was new moon, and thus the closing day of this year's European Rainbow Gathering which took place in England. The Rainbow people are a faszinating subculture that take alternative living seriously. The gatherings happen in the natural landscapes, without electricity, without bathrooms and are regulated by an anarchic structure. There are few christians in touch with these people, sometimes out of fear because of all the strong new age and pagan stuff that is going on, sometimes because of ignorance. Last year we decided with a couple of friends that the gathering in Germany cannot happen without some Jesus Freaks being part of it, so we went there, set up a camp, worshipped, talked, cooked, prayed and just shared life with the others. We have been around 40 people, mostly Jesus Freaks from all over Germany, but also individuals from Portugal and the USA. Though we had an amazing time there with our Jesus Tribe I don't know of anyone who went this year. Perhaps because some of the core people are on their Middle East Convoy right now; Barbara, Maren and friends being in Jerusalem, while others are still on their way through Syria and Jordan to meet up with them. Check Barbaras Blog as well as Joni's Blog to find out about their really cool experiences. And of course, pray for them and the people they are in touch with. They are in fascinating, but also very tough places, as we can tell.