Saturday, October 6, 2007

Sanctuary

I can honestly say that Camp Kirkwood happens to be my favorite place on this earth. My family has been going to Camp Kirkwood for over 30 years. Over all it hasn't changed much....It doesn't need to. You can't improve upon God's creation. Oh, there have been some needed man-made improvements as time passed. Such as new air conditioned cabins, lodge renovations, improved kitchen facilities, etc., and hopefully more to come,...but the same beautiful surroundings, the same beautiful sanctuary, the lake, the creek, the trails, the wildlife such as the deer, raccoons, squirrels, and birds, are still there for generations yet to come, to discover. It is still the same place year after year, for friends and families to bond even closer. To build memories and enjoy God's bountiful nature as they camp in the RV section and go exploring the woods.
We first discovered Camp Kirkwood through our late beloved church pastor recommending that we send our children there for camp one summer long ago. They went and loved it. They enjoyed the various activities, such as swimming, canoeing, fishing, hiking, volley ball, archery. They introduced many friends to the camp over the years and now they are sending their own children there as well. It is an ideal place for children along with their peer groups, to learn to know Christ on a more personal level. They have always looked forward to going every summer and have enjoyed many sing a longs and testimonies around the camp fire as do our grandchildren. Now, our grandchildren are introducing their friends to Christ through Camp Kirkwood. I cannot recommend it highly enough.

1 comment:

Wesley said...

the fall retreat was really fun to!