Cinnamon Roll Cake has quickly become one of the most popular desserts at Camp Widjiitiwin this summer. We started this at home and amped up the cinnamon by a factor of three or four. Of course, we make it about 10 times bigger than this. So here you have it. Cake: 3 cups flour 1/4Continue reading “Cooking with Moose: Cinnamon Roll Cake”
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God goes ahead of us… again
Yesterday at Widji the UV filter unit in our water pump house went down and a new one had to be ordered. Of course this isn’t one of those ones you can just go pick up at Canadian Tire or Home Depot. That meant no water at camp for another day as the new oneContinue reading “God goes ahead of us… again”
It’s that time again
It’s that time again. Tomorrow after my last exam at school, I am beginning my journey up to camp. I won’t be returning till September 1st, 2 days before my crazy grade 12 year begins. This is my third summer working at camp, and every year has been so different, but the common thread isContinue reading “It’s that time again”
Seven Grandfathers’ Teachings
I’ve been looking for a new and creative way to convey to the campers how to get along well at camp. Then I discovered this native story about seven grandfathers who teach a great lesson. Here it is: The Ojibway story of the seven grandfathers’ teachings was passed down from parent to child for manyContinue reading “Seven Grandfathers’ Teachings”
Every Child Deserves to go to Camp!
Dear Camp Widjiitiwin Partner, It’s all about relationships! That’s true of campers and cabin leaders; staff and leadership; donors and camp. We are stronger together and can accomplish more for the Kingdom’s sake when we work together. In the last five years we have built some terrific partnerships between Camp Widjiitiwin and individuals, families, churches,Continue reading “Every Child Deserves to go to Camp!”
Summer Camp Pastors 2013
I wanted you to know more about the summer camp pastors that will be speaking in our Camp Widjiitiwin chapels this summer. Matt (Newb) Naismith Matt Naismith lives with his wife, Andrea, in Guelph, Ontario, and serves as the Teaching Pastor for Student and Young Adult Ministries at Lakeside Church. Summer 2012 was Matt’s firstContinue reading “Summer Camp Pastors 2013”
Two Wolves Live Inside Me
There is a profound Cherokee story involving a conversation between a young boy and his wise old grandfather. One evening, as the two of them sat together by the fire, the old man began to teach his young progeny – as wise old grandfathers are wont to do – about the most important lessons ofContinue reading “Two Wolves Live Inside Me”
I See a Generation Rising
I have taken this title from a line in the popular song by Brook Fraser called, “Hosanna”. It has been my privilege over these last many years to work with amazing young Christian teens and adults who are living their lives for Christ. Every summer they come to camp as dish washers, service staff, cabinContinue reading “I See a Generation Rising”
Mealtime Songs
It’s part of our schedule at Camp Widjiitiwin to sing a song and pray before every meal. We have lots of songs to choose from and sing them loud and proud as part of a camp-life tradition. Here are some of the songs we sing: Walking with the Lord Fresh Prince Pizza Hut Superman graceContinue reading “Mealtime Songs”
Props, Costumes and Stuff for 2013
If you have any of these items and are willing to donate them or loan them to Camp Widjiitiwin, we would greatly appreciate it and these items will help enhance our summer program themes. Items can be dropped off at MBC/Camp Widjiitiwin. We may be able to pick up some items. Contact Mike Greenfield atContinue reading “Props, Costumes and Stuff for 2013”
Meandering Moose 