A Message from Lauri SoJourner,

Interim Executive Director

Summer camp is in full swing, and what a fun, faith-filled summer it has been! As we approach the final two weeks of camp, I want to extend a heartfelt thank you to our incredible Camp Director, Sam Marxsen, and her dedicated team. Their hard work and enthusiasm have made this season truly special for all our campers.



We’re looking ahead to an equally busy fall with many opportunities for youth and adults alike to gather at Camp Weed. Read on to learn more and join us!

Faithfully,

Lauri SoJourner 

lsojourner@campweed.org

(386) 364-5250

Dining Services Transition:

Farewell to Teri Hokanson and Next Steps

We are sad to announce that Teri Hokanson, our amazing Culinary Services Director, will be leaving Camp Weed to be closer to her son in Orlando. For the past two years, Teri has worked tirelessly to care for our guests and campers with delicious, nutritious food and a spirit of hospitality. We are so grateful for her dedication. Please join us with prayers for her next venture.

We are grateful to Paul Mehalko who is stepping in temporarily. Paul worked with Camp Henry and Cerveny Conference Center from 1985 to 2007 and recently retired after a long career in food service.

Camp Weed is searching for our next Director of Dining Services. The job description is available here. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to Lauri SoJourner, Interim Executive Director as soon as possible. Application review has already begun.

100th Anniversary Celebration

From its beginnings in 1924 at St. Augustine Beach to this year’s summer camp the lives of thousands of people have been transformed by this ministry.

We are excited to celebrate Camp Weed’s 100th Anniversary as part of the Diocesan Convention this year. Mark your calendar now for September 20. More details are coming soon. Watch Facebook!

Scroll to the bottom of this email and enter to win a Camp Weed Swag Bag when you correctly answer the Camp Weed History question! You can also see the answer to last month’s trivia.

New Camp Weed Store

Camp Day at General Convention – and at Home!

Our Diocesan Deputies represented Camp Weed with their summer camp

t-shirts on Camp Day at General Convention in Kentucky. We also loved seeing other participated in our Diocese. Thank you for sharing your photos!

Fall Cursillo Registration is Open

Cursillo is a three-day learning, sharing, inspirational experience of living in a Christian community. The objective of the Cursillo movement is to make Christian community possible in neighborhoods, parishes, work situations, and other places where people live the greater part of their lives.

Click the links for registration information:

• Men - September 26-29
• Women - October 3-6

Please note that Cursillo participants need to be sponsored. Speak to your rector if you need assistance finding a sponsor.

Yoga and Christian Contemplative

Prayer Retreat this Fall

The Bishop's Institute for Ministry and Leadership invites you to attend a Yoga and Christian Contemplative Prayer Retreat this Fall on Friday, September 27 - 29.

Megan Cochran will lead the yoga sessions and our retreat chaplain leading prayer will be The Very Rev. Kate Moorehead Carroll. This retreat follows in line with several very much appreciated retreats at Camp Weed pre-COVID.

Donate for Camp Summer Camp Staff Appreciation

For 100 years, Camp Weed has been a cherished place where campers create lifelong memories and friendships. Our dedicated young leaders, the heart and soul of our camp, work tirelessly to ensure each summer is magical for every child.

As we approach the end of another incredible season we are thinking about how to thank our camp staff, and we seek your support to honor these amazing staff members with a special end-of-summer gift and celebration. Your generosity will help us show our appreciation for their hard work and commitment, ensuring that Camp Weed continues to thrive for many more years to come. Thank you for helping us celebrate our invaluable camp staff!

Register for the 181st Diocesan Convention

Registration for the 181st Annual Convention of the Episcopal Diocese of Florida, which will take place at Camp Weed & Cerveny Conference Center, is open.

The convention will begin on Friday, September 20, 2024, at 5 P.M. with a Eucharist. After the service, we will celebrate the 100th anniversary of Camp Weed with a special dinner and entertainment. This is a wonderful opportunity for us to spend time together and build strong fellowship.

On Saturday, June 21, 2024, we will continue with the business portion of our convention.



Limited overnight options are available at the camp and conference center.

Happening #151: Registration is Open!

Happening is a weekend renewal retreat for led by youth for youth. High school students put together an incredibly moving weekend filled with learning, sharing, and building relationships. Happening #151 is scheduled for September 16-18, and registration is open now.

Happening #151 Deadlines: 

• Candidate Application Deadline: August 19, 2024  
• Team Application Deadline: July 29, 2024  

Learn more and register here by clicking here.

Questions? Contact Sam Marxsen at sam@campweed.org

Tiered Pricing for Youth Programs

We are excited to announce that Camp Weed is implementing a Tiered Pricing System for youth programs, starting with Fall Happening. Realizing that families have different abilities to pay, Camp Weed allows you to choose the tier that is the most suitable and affordable for your family. It is important for parents to understand that every participant receives the same experience no matter what tier is chosen.

Learn more about Tiered Pricing here.

Camp Weed History Trivia Question of the Month

Provide the correct answer before July 26, and you’ll be entered to win some awesome Camp Weed swag! One prize winner will be selected from all correct answers.

What are the original and current names of the 8 cabins used for camper lodging during summer camp?

Last month’s question: Name Camp Weed’s 7 locations.

And the answer:

1.    Near St. Augustine Beach, Florida

2.    St. Andrew Bay

3.    St. James Bay

4.    St. John's River in Hibernia, Florida

5.    St. Teresa site

6.    Live Oak, Florida

Congratulations to Claire Smith who won the June Swag Bag!