I am sitting at my desk and even though the sun is streaming in the window I know it is bitterly cold outside. The bright sunshine causes the snow to glisten on the trees but the wind defies the sun and pure cold swirls around the corners. So I am dreaming of summer. This was kicked into gear because I am ordering the supplies for Vacation Bible Camp. That’s right, even though August is a long way off, it is time to place our order for all the things we will need to make our Vacation Bible Camp a week to remember.
Every summer, for as long as anyone can remember, Bracebridge United Church has had a summer Vacation Bible Camp. We usually have about 50 children and we are proud of the fact that we have repeaters! It seems that most kids, coming to Camp one summer just want to come back.
This year the theme is Everest – Conquering Challenges with God’s Mighty Power. The curriculum offers that the kids will get to explore one of the most majestic, beautiful (and sometimes) dangerous places on earth – Mount Everest. Kids will learn to overcome obstacles and will realize that, with God’s help, we can overcome any “mountain” or problem in our lives.
The great thing about Vacation Bible Camp is that it brings kids together – kids who are happy, hurting, curious, doubtful, wonderful, wounded and weak. And, together with the love and support of our adult and teen leaders, they get to learn about God’s love and understand that God is a source of strength and comfort.
So, I am glad, that on this February day I can dream of the shrieks and giggles of children, the sound of singing, the delight in their crafts, the fun of friendship all enjoyed at Vacation Bible Camp. August will be here before we know it. Who knows, then I might even be complaining about how hot it is!
