Author: StAndrewsHespeler

What’s in Your Cupboard Day Camp!

Posted by on Monday, July 14th, 2014 in News

Monday … we are having fun, what a great GO! Camping staff and group of children for camp this week.  So far we have played getting to know you games, baked muffins, played more energetic games and are smelling some great smells coming out of the kitchen.  Just waiting for snack time!  Everyone is getting along fine, no problems, just a lot of smiles!



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Dream Catchers

Posted by on Thursday, July 10th, 2014 in News

Angel and her brother, Ryder (two youth from WICM) made Alexis and Gabrielle dream catchers to take home. Rev. Mullin will tell us about them and where they should be hung in their bedrooms a little later in the day. 


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Tuesday’s update!

Posted by on Tuesday, July 8th, 2014 in News

Well another full day!  It is starting to feel like we don't have enough time left to help with all that needs to be done.  We started the day at "The Miracle Store".  After an hour I was taken to Flora House to facilitate a Leading With Care session with the staff of WICM.  Once camp started Jean, Shirley, Theresa and Joanne went to a nature centre with the children. I haven't heard all of their stories yet, but I'm sure we will at dinner time.

That left Scott, Gabrielle, Alexis & I to stay at Flora House to continue painting.  This is quite a large undertaking!  Scott found a new skill - he can actually paint pretty well!  Gabrielle & Alexis turned out to be pretty awesome painters, too.

I am struck with how generous and welcoming and inclusive everyone is with us.  It will be hard to leave on Thursday.

Please check out Scott's and Gabrielle's blogs later on when they get written and posted.

~ Joni
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Day 2!

Posted by on Tuesday, July 8th, 2014 in News

Sorry, I'm having problems getting the pictures to post.   That will have to wait until we get back. Alexis, Gabrielle, Scott & I (Joni) went to the park with the children today.  We had so much fun!  The children are amazing. Some were reluctant to talk with us, but they soon came around. We heard lots of laughter and saw lots of smiles.  The staff at Flora House are all dedicated and passionate people.

Shirley, Jean, Joanne and Theresa worked hard, too.  They stayed behind to paint the main hall in Flora House.

I was touched today by a young lady who told me that she was celebrating her "2 years of sobriety anniversary" today.

I encourage you to read Gabrielle's blog and Scott's, too.  All of us can't wait to share our experiences with you!

Good night,
Joni
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Monday!

Posted by on Monday, July 7th, 2014 in News

We are off to Flora House today. Half of us will go with the children to camp and the others half. Will stay to start cleaning, organizing, painting, etc.

I have been trying to post some pictures, but am having problems doing so.  If I can attach pictures later today I will. ~Joni

We will definitely have lots to share when we get back. The entire team was overwhelmed yesterday with the personal stories that some people trusted us with.  Please keep us in your prayers!
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Book Club!

Posted by on Tuesday, June 24th, 2014 in News

Like to read? We're going to start an on-line book study, providing there are enough people who want to participate. Summer is a great time to read! We will set up an on-line discussion board, so that we can discuss the books from the comfort of home, or cottage, or car, or where ever you are! Suggested books to read: Life of Pi, I Shall Not Hate, 12 Years a Slave, The Help, The Embers, The Kite Runner, The Sparrow. (The Bookroom is willing to give us 10% off their price with free shipping right to our homes) Let me know if you are interested/what book(s) you would suggest! ~ Joni


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