Each summer when you pick up your campers from Widjiitiwin, they are busy getting their t-shirts signed by staff, saying goodbye to cabin leaders and new friends. There is an element of grief for what they are losing when they go home. Many are crying because they don’t want to leave. Camp has become aContinue reading “Tips For Talking To Your Kids About Cancelled Summer Camp”
Category Archives: blog
Weird Collections-What’s Yours?
This blog was inspired by one of the hosts on a Zoom call with fellow camp directors, including Joe Richards (aka YoYoJoe). In addition to the yo-yos that I knew Joe collected, he also have several other somewhat odd collections. That got me thinking about my collections. I (Moose) thought I just had a couple.Continue reading “Weird Collections-What’s Yours?”
Christ is Enough. Really?
The leadership team and board at MBC have been working at refining our vision, mission and core values these past few years. One of the results of this effort has been a reinforcement of the core values that will drive our ministry. These core values are also the basic principles that will guide our contentContinue reading “Christ is Enough. Really?”
We Are Sailing Without a Map
As you know, this is a difficult time in Canada and the world. How many times have you heard the term “unprecented“? It’s a new normal for sure. Hard decisions must be made in the face of the greatest challenge that our world has faced in our lifetimes in dealing with the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.Continue reading “We Are Sailing Without a Map”
Happy Siblings’ Day
Last Friday, April 10, 2020 was Good Friday. It was also National Siblings Day. I missed many of the posts, as I hit social media later in the day and didn’t get a post done. It also caused me to ponder, what do I publish for siblings day. Hence you’re getting a blog about it. Continue reading “Happy Siblings’ Day”
Good Friday 2020
At the age of 33, Jesus was condemned to death. At the time crucifixion was the “worst” death of all. Only the worst criminals were condemned to be crucified. Yet it was even more dreadful and horrifying for Jesus, unlike other criminals condemned to death by crucifixion, Jesus was to be nailed to the crossContinue reading “Good Friday 2020”
The People Who Have Loved Us Into Being
Last weekend Elaine and I watched, “A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood“. A story about Mr. Rogers. After watching the movie, I found myself thinking of him with a very different perspective. He is a deep and thoughtful man, gentle and empathetic. The movie covered forgiveness, kindness, love, making an impact on the world, and evenContinue reading “The People Who Have Loved Us Into Being”
Is Prayer Your Steering Wheel or Your Spare Tire?
Is prayer your steering wheel or your spare tire? This quote from Corrie Ten Boom was the opening question at one of our small group meetings (thanks Lisa). We all paused! And in the quiet we had time to think and reflect. My hesitant answer was yes?!. It sounded a little uncertain, even to me.Continue reading “Is Prayer Your Steering Wheel or Your Spare Tire?”
What are we doing about COVID-19?
People are concerned about Coronavirus, (COVID-19), and so are we. We take the safety and health of our campers and staff into account as we plan the summer season and beyond, knowing that campers are entrusted to us for a short time. By now you will be aware that the COVID-19 situation has been givenContinue reading “What are we doing about COVID-19?”
You Are Here for a Purpose!
What on earth am I here for? Rick Warren inside the dust cover of The Purpose Driven Life says, “You are not an accident. Even before the universe was created , God had you in mind and he planned you for His purposes. These purposes will extend far beyond the few years you will spendContinue reading “You Are Here for a Purpose!”
Meandering Moose 