When Elaine and I first crested the hill from the parking lot and the Grand Canyon came into view we had an overwhelming sense of awe and wonder. It was jaw dropping, stop you in your tracks, take our breath away amazing (you have to see it first hand, pictures do it no justice). WorshipContinue reading “Worship Without Wonder is a Waste”
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My Girls Wrecked Me
It used to be “my way or the highway”. It used to be “suck it up”. It used to be “its okay if you want to be wrong”. My girls and now my grand-kids (Olivia, Logan & Liam) have wrecked me. I’ve become soft. They’ve made me mushy. I almost don’t know how to handleContinue reading “My Girls Wrecked Me”
Knight’s Honour Code of Chivalry
The Code of Chivalry was the honour code of the knight. Each of King Arthur’s Knights swore the Oath of Chivalry which included lofty ideals such as: protecting the weak and defenseless, obeying those placed in authority, and always speaking the truth, bravery, courtesy, honour and great gallantry toward women. A knight was expected toContinue reading “Knight’s Honour Code of Chivalry”
Back 2 School They GO…
Pray as our campers and staff as they go back to school today! The next few weeks are full of some very important transitions and developments. Pray for .. Youth who are making the transition into high school Children and youth who know the Lord to resist negative peer pressure to have strength and peace inContinue reading “Back 2 School They GO…”
38 Days – A Moose Update
As most of you know, I (Moose) have been on sick leave this summer from camp as a result of health issues (dizziness that had become debilitating over the spring months). As of today, I am 38 days without dizziness. This hasn’t happened since in probably two years. However, my energy and stamina are still lower thanContinue reading “38 Days – A Moose Update”
Oh Bother
What’s the word or phrase that you say SO often that people notice and comment about? My wife pointed out recently that I’m saying “oh bother” a lot recently. I don’t mean to be quoting Winnie the Pooh, it just comes out. I don’t really know why. A number of years ago it was the word, “indeed”.Continue reading “Oh Bother”
What King Arthur can Teach us about Leadership!
What could we learn about virtue, honour and leadership if we looked to the founder of The Round Table as an example of practical and chivalrous action in the modern world? Arthurian literature is filled with rich metaphors regarding the nature of ethics, honour and humanity. Embodying the ideals of bravery, courtesy and loyalty, KingContinue reading “What King Arthur can Teach us about Leadership!”
The Ultimate Guide to Amazing Devotions
Even I have to admit that the title of this blog is quite a claim. And that’s true. But hopefully it caught your attention enough to read further. I hope you will find some insight to help your walk with Jesus. So, here’s my list: Do them. It seems like a simple idea, but sometimesContinue reading “The Ultimate Guide to Amazing Devotions”
Summer Leadership Team 2017
Every summer it is my pleasure to work with a summer leadership team of 18-25 year old staff. Summer camp is one of the very few industries where we entrust our operations to 18 to 20-something leaders and 15-17 year old staff. BUT, what a great time to be learning and practicing their leadership skills andContinue reading “Summer Leadership Team 2017”
Good-bye, July
Guest Blog by Colgate By the time I came to the realization that camp had started, it was already half over. Four weeks of kids have come and gone, the fifth week in full swing. As I sit in my office and write this, I am beginning to understand that the cliche “time flies” holdsContinue reading “Good-bye, July”
Meandering Moose 