Campers Learn to Make Peace
Trinity Lutheran Church and Faith Lutheran Church held their annual summer Peace Camp the week of July 9 at Faith. The theme for Peace Camp this year was, “Listen, God is calling.”
Each afternoon at Peace Camp was dedicated to learning about peacemaking. Campers were taught about conflict resolution and how to deal with bullies. Five counselors from Lutheran Outdoor Ministries in Ohio were brought in to lead the camp, including traditional activities such as crafts, music, Bible studies and games. Other activities included a trip to the park, water day and hearing screenings by the parish nurse.
On Thursday night of camp week, parents of the campers were invited to a special evening program at Faith. Campers had the opportunity to show their parents what they had learned all week. Counselors led everyone in songs, and groups of campers wrote and performed skits to showcase their new peacemaking skills.
During the week, campers also took time to help the Lakewood Christian Service Center. The Center provides food and assistance to needy Lakewood residents and families. Campers went out in the neighborhood and asked for food donations. Peace Camp collected almost 20 bags of food for the Center.
Peace Camp is a yearly summer event for Faith and Trinity. If you would like to enroll your elementary-age child in Peace Camp for next year or your middle school-age child as a helper, please contact Trinity (216-226-8087) or Faith (216-226-6500).