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Camp Westminster’s Dark Skies

Posted on November 5, 2012 by admin

Camp Westminster has definitely earned a reputation for its encompassing pines, clear water, and beautiful lake views; but spend the night and you will realize that Camp’s prettiest picture is revealed only after the sun goes down. Those of you … Continue reading →

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A Poem by Worldwide Sports Girls of Yurt 2- Summer 2012

Posted on August 19, 2012 by admin

On Higgins Lake so blue There are friends, old and new   You do so many things from sky to the sod, Sports, dancing and worshipping God   There are people you can always trust There are always unknown musts … Continue reading →

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What Camp Taught Me About Homesickness

Posted on December 6, 2011 by admin

Dear Elise, I spoke in our Chapel [at Albion College, Albion, Michigan] a week ago. To explain, Chapel is a student run organization where all of our different Christian organizations come together to worship. We make up the praise band … Continue reading →

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10 Things I’ve Learned After 17 Summers at Camp Westminster

Posted on November 7, 2011 by admin

1. Children and youth take on a new personality at camp. If they arrive withdrawn and shy, they end up leading songs, acting crazy and hugging new friends before they leave. 2. If a child is homesick on Sunday, that … Continue reading →

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One Wealthy Camp Counsellor

Posted on October 21, 2011 by admin

The beauty of having a growing faith that has developed over many years of my (still youthful) life is that when God pulls you in one particular direction, there is nothing on this earth that can drive you in the … Continue reading →

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Nature: God’s work on earth…

Posted on October 4, 2011 by admin

 As a counselor for the past two summers, I have worked on the nature program by leading cabin choice, ChooseIts!, and the Natural Wonders camp. Some of my best memories of camp come from leading these programs with campers who … Continue reading →

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Nature and God at Camp Westminster

Posted on September 23, 2011 by admin

The morning watch bell rings at 7:50 every morning—a familiar occurrence for those of us who have spent time at Camp Westminster. While this early morning bell announces ten minutes to breakfast, it is more than just a call to … Continue reading →

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CW Connections: Kenya to Higgins Lake

Posted on August 1, 2011 by admin

NOTE: Each day, we are raising a flag from another country in addition to the American flag. We are learning from our staff (who represent Northern Ireland, Kenya, England, Scotland) about their cultures. Today is Kenya! All through college I … Continue reading →

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A servant’s perspective

Posted on July 25, 2011 by admin

Service Corps. The name brings up images of happy, smiling youth going about the camp doing all sorts of odd jobs. When I signed up for Service Corps, that’s exactly what I was thinking of. I was expecting it to … Continue reading →

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Choosing a Camp Program Right for Your Kid & Your Family

Posted on May 4, 2011 by admin

  Between family vacations, sports team camps, visits to family and friends who live far away, summer classes, work schedules, school schedules, and downtime at home, making summer plans is no easy task. Need a moment to breathe? While you … Continue reading →

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