The theme of Awestruck 2008 was "to be". At first I didn't know what kinds of things to expect. I was actually mostly in it for the social part and the activities (Guitar Hero and Dodgeball). But i was "Awestruck" by what I experienced. Dan Lee's message about being listeners, laborers, and lovers made me realize that we all need to stop and examine our lives. That got me thinking, and the awesome bands helped reinforce Dan Lee's message. Their lyrics really hit home, and for that weekend I felt closer to God than I ever had before. Being in a fellowship of so many Christians my age in this time of chaos helped me remember that you are never alone. God is with you, and he places the right people in your life at the right time. That is truly something to be awestruck about.

Daniel Batteiger, Participant
Indianapolis, Indiana