# Eparchial Summer Camp: A Joyful Reunion and Growth in Faith

- Link: https://nweparchy.ca/2024/09/eparchial-summer-camp-a-joyful-reunion-and-growth-in-faith/
- Published: 2024-09-19T12:48:18-07:00
- Author: Website

This summer, we were thrilled to bring back our Eparchial Summer Camp after a hiatus
caused by COVID-19 and wildfires. With 48 enthusiastic campers from various parishes
across the Eparchy, we gathered for a week of fun, fellowship, and spiritual growth
at the beautiful Camp St. Volodymyr in Princeton.

Our campers dove into a wide range of activities, from swimming and canoeing to 
engaging in arts and crafts. The laughter and joy were palpable as they enjoyed 
waterfront activities and field games, fostering friendships that we hope will last
a lifetime.

The spiritual component of the camp was just as enriching. The week commenced with
a Divine Liturgy celebrated by Bishop Michael Kwiatkowski, setting a beautiful tone
for our days together. Following the theme of Pope Francis's Year of Prayer - Teach
us to Pray, campers delved into the four types of prayer (praise, thanksgiving, 
repentance, petition) and the Lord’s Prayer, deepening their understanding of faith
and prayer. 

We were honored to have Fr. Mykhailo Ozorovych and Fr. Yuriy Sakvuk lead our liturgical
services. Each day campers had a chance to learn something new at the Catechism 
lessons led by our priests and Alina Novytska. Singing and prayer around the camp's
fire was a beautiful addition to each of the days of our camp. At the end of the
week the clergy of the camp were joined by Frs. Andrzej Wasylinko and Pavlo Myts
enabling campers and staff to have a chance to receive a Sacrament of Reconciliation.

None of this would have been possible without the dedication of our incredible counsellers
and volunteers, whose time and energy made the week unforgettable. Under the thoughtful
direction of Jennifer Calwell, the assistance of Iryna Dzobko and Christina Roth,
and the attentive care of the Dr. Vitaliy Kubatskyy the camp ran smoothly and created
a nurturing environment for all involved. Their commitment to serving our campers
was truly inspiring and greatly appreciated.

As we look back on this wonderful week, we are filled with gratitude for the opportunity
to reconnect and grow together in faith, and we can’t wait for next year’s camp!

_Jennifer Sawka_

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