It started as Christmas in June Camp, but that name didn't last.  Cow Camp is a much better name, and reflects the purpose of the camp.  Cow Camp was June 21 - 25, 2010.  For five afternoons a total of thirty kids gathered in St. John's Parish Hall to do crafts which will be used to raise money for Heifer International! 

The crafters, aged three to thirteen, worked together to create an incredible array of items that will be sold at St. John's Christmas Bazaar (November 20, 2010).  All the money raised by the sale of these crafts will be donated to Heifer International. 

For many this was the first opportunity to give of themselves to help others they will likely never know.  There were stories, maps, time to learn about our blessings and abundance, and discussions of what animals they might be able to buy.

And the kids didn't want it to end after five days.  Fortunately, Art After School will be back this fall.  It is a similar format and gives the artists a chance to use their creativity and build community.  The group enjoyed working together so much, we will be hosting potluck suppers starting in August to continue the fellowship. And, best of all, planning for Cow Camp 2011 has already started!

Heifer International provides families around the world with animals.  By giving families a hand-up, not just a hand-out, Heifer International empowers people to turn lives of hunger and poverty into self-reliance and hope.

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