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Camp Ewalu

Camp Ewalu is a wonderful ministry of the ELCA. Holy Redeemer has many connections there, asa number of our members have either been campers or counselors, and as we utilize the Camp's Day Camp Ministry each year. Camp Ewalu has a long history of bringing God's Word to many people--of all ages and backgrounds.

While the "Fourth-Weekend Offering" for May will be helpful to the Camp, we do have another opportunity coming up, as the Camp begins there "All are Welcome Campaign." This capital campaign will help Camp Ewalu update the facility's cabins, by adding space to each one for restrooms and gathering spaces.

This campaign is intended to encourage individuals and families to contribute. While congregations can set a goal, it will be these people who contribute the funds. Camp Ewalu will not begin any of the remodeling/additions until the money is in hand. The camp will not go into debt to handle these projects.

Recently, the Council had a visitor from the Board of Directors come and explain a bit about this. We learned that to help with this campaign, it would be helpful if each congregation appoints a "Campaign Leader," to relay information and facilitate the process. This person would receive training from Camp Ewalu.

If you would be interested in this short-term commitment to help this very worthwhile project, please contact Pastor Brenda or Marc Van Buren.

Update: Doris Leathers has volunteered to serve as our congregation's "Campaign Leader" for Camp Ewalu's "All are Welcome Campaign". Our thanks and appreciate to Doris for serving in this role. Watch for campaign progress updates here and in future newsletters.