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We arrived late yesterday to the beautiful grounds of the Ionian Village to begin one week of coverage and sharing. Ionian Village for me has special meaning. As I entered the flowered and well-manicured property I remembered my days here as a chaperone over 30 years ago. Thousands of young people have come here from all of the Archdiocese, lead by their most capable priests and outstanding staff members they witness and explore the best that Greece has to offer while searching the inner most depths of their soul to connect with God and possibly even reconnect with Him as well.
Saint Iakovos Chapel awaits another summer of campers and memories.
There time spend here will be filled with activities, trips to historical centers, venerating the Saints of the Church, Orthodox Life Classes, Hellenic Culture class (if you listen carefully you will here this class learning the Greek National Anthem), Athletics and much more. You will also hear their voices in prayer during both the Orthros and Vesper services as well.
I was especially thrilled to see the bright shining faces of these wonderful young people as they began to form new friendships with their fellow campers. By the way parents who send their children to this camp have nothing to worry about when it comes to food. The food is delicious. The dedication of the priests, Frs. Mark, Jason, John and Chris, along with the seminarians and counselors was obvious for everyone to see.
What's Summer camp without Arts & Crafts?
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Fr. Jason takes some time to share his thoughts on IV.
Signing off for now.. Fr. Chris
Introduction to Ionian Village and a talk with Father Jason
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Julie (aka Spiro P's yiayia)