This Summer is beginning to take its shape as the summer staff begins to arrive in the peaceful woods. Summer 2022’s leadership has been jumping into their roles over this…
2021 Summer Program, Staff Orientation, and Reflections on Longing
I’m Kate, the Summer Program Assistant and Communications Coordinator at camp this summer. For a bit more about me, see this blurb. Hi all! Summer staff arrived last Sunday, June…
Seeing Friedenswald Bubble Up: A reflection from camp pastor Melissa Florer-Bixler
The following reflection by Melissa Florer-Bixler, pastor of Raleigh Mennonite Church, was shared following a week serving as camp pastor. Last Sunday my son was picked for “hymn tag.” Each week…
The Peaceful Woods: A Pause on the Journey
Have you noticed the breeze lately? Extra rustling among the leaves, extra cooling across your summer skin? The calendar may try to explain this delightful phenomenon by telling you autumn…