Church camp offers an incredible opportunity to give your children a break from the noise of the world and surround them with a community of believers. In this episode, Father Andrew Andrews explains how camp can transform lives and form a faith that lasts beyond the weeks of summer. He also shares practical guidance for parents about who camp is for and how to overcome common fears around sending your kids to camp. Download this week's free Discussion Guide here.

Episode Recap:

• Today we’re talking with Fr. Andrew Andrews about the role of church camp in spiritual formation.
• What sets this generation of Orthodox kids apart?
• How can camp strip away some of the falsehoods of the modern world?
• Can you share a story that exemplifies why camp matters?
• What does liturgical life look like at camp?
• How can parents extend the impact of camp when kids come home?
• What would you say to parents who are scared to send their kids to camp?
• How do we teach our kids to love people while holding firm to their beliefs?
• How can church camp help kids who don’t have Orthodox friends at school?
• Is camp helpful for kids who are new to the Church?
• How can I get my spouse on board with the idea of camp?
• What if my teenagers don’t want to go to camp?
• Lightning round camp questions

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