Summer means camp! Whether camping in the state or national parks with my family, or attending church camp, camp was a vital part of both my experience of summer and of my growth in faith.
Camping with my family meant tents, eating outdoors, exploring creation, but most of all, singing and storytelling around the campfire each night. Stories about family, stories from books, but always stories about faith – both those found in the Bible and those lived.
Church camp meant independence, horseback rides, friends, visiting the camp store, building relationships with young adult counselors, hearing their stories about faith and life.
We live in a great part of the world for camp – it’s generally neither too hot or too cold in the summer – warm days, with cool nights, allowing for campfires and good cooking and sleeping. Plenty of water – whether you prefer time spent on an ocean beach or at a mountain lake, we have it here! And we live in a great diocese for going to camp – Camp Huston offers quality programming for a variety of interests, and an emphasis on the development of a life of faith in ways that can only be done outdoors!
Make plans to get outside for a few days this summer and experience God and the life of faith through nature. Check out all the great options for summer camp at www.huston.org or experience a new state or national park with family or friends. You’ll be glad you did!
Cindy Spencer
Faith Formation Hub: Children and Family Ministries
