Camp Texas Day 6

This morning as Adrian roused the boys we were all very excited for another full day of faith and fun here at Camp TX. As the kids made their way to morning mass some still showed signs of sleep but gradually shook off the yawns to experience the amazing graces present in the sacraments of confession and the Eucharist.

While this was the final full day at camp, the kids seemed to dive deeper with every formation and talk. Each speaker seemed to feed the fire within each of the boys’ souls to give it their all to become modern day saints. While the boys begged to just stay inside and listen to talks all day we had to attend the amazing activities like paintball for the older track and MESSY wars for the younger track. Many of the older boys arrived back to the cabins with war stories for the ages! The younger boys came back with a few clean spots left on their clothes and huge smiles on their faces.

One of the highlights of the day was once again the lake with all of its slides, inflatables and lifeguard whistles. Father decided to challenge of the kids for dominance on a floating mat, while kids ziplined, blobbed, and had a great time. A few used the slide to test out new methods of sliding which resulted in a tidal wave splash after exiting drenching the life guard on duty. From here everyone proceeded back to the dining hall for a meal of grilled cheese and tomato soup while we watched special training videos.

Following lunch we had another formation for the boys, Father Michael taking the younger boys while the older boys had bonding time with the brothers and other religious. The boys came out awed and inspired and Father confided in me that he felt it was one of his best talks ever. Then the younger track met up with Brother Jared for a quick talk and some soccer out behind the chapel while the older boys joined Father Michael in the chapel for “Stump the Priest”.

Even after this packed day we still weren’t through! The boys all came together for a moving meditation during adoration while many received the sacrament of confession. That time in adoration has been the highlight of the spiritual growth here and we moved to another highlight and camper favorite, CASINO TOWN YEAH! After playing cards and carpetball the teams headed back to their cabins for winners circle and a well deserved nights rest!

To all parents the staff here at Camp TX, which includes our religious and counselors would like to thank you for the blessing of leading your young men to Christ. Seeing them all grow in and share their faith has inspired us all! Thank you so much and we look forward to seeing you all soon! Signing off here from Camp Texas.