Preparing for Camp

Sorry it has been so long since I posted but life has continued to remain busy. Two weeks ago the community went through a process called Visitation. This is a process through which Benedictine communities are assisted in looking at their current situations and coming up with ideas of where they want to go in the next few years. At the end of the process a community meeting is held, a report is given compiling all the findings and recommendations are given. It was a very good week but also very full. Last week, the intensive preparations for Leadership camp began. With it approaching in a few weeks, all the final details need to be in place: materials bought, lists compiled, rooms assigned, name tags created, t shirts ordered etc. It never fails to amaze me how much work goes into a three day event. This year, I have decided once again to weave the commissioning crosses for the campers and counselors. It takes a great deal of time but it allows me to pray for each one as I weave the cross. Above are examples of 2 of the colors of crosses (I also have bright yellow crosses). In the 10 years of camp, I have made these crosses two other times. The campers and counselors really enjoyed the unique design of the crosses. So it is nice to give them something special to add to their memories of camp. Today is the community Senate. This is an organization within the monastery, where elected members are given a chance to study and present various topics of interest for the community. It is not a governing body but one of study and discussion. Senate meetings are usually very interesting and packed full. So while it will be a long day, it should be a good day. Have a great day and if possible enjoy the weather!