September 23, 2015 By Sister Jennifer Votraw In its Sept. 9 issue, the North Country Catholic focused on youth ministry in our diocese. A portion of that issue highlighted people and events in Guggenheim, our diocesan summer camp, located in Saranac Lake. This beautiful camp is right on the lake, with five buildings used by our various programs. Over 350 youth participated in our youth summer camping program, followed by several families who took part in our family camping program. These programs are supported by a dorm and meeting rooms, the Inn, which houses arts and crafts, the cafeteria which can feed participants from each week and a building which is combination storage, garage, with rooms overhead. Additionally, we have a lovely lodge which is separate from our children’s and family camp and provides a place for adults, family respite/vacation, retreats and prayer days. All these buildings are modern, well-kept with clean water, bathrooms, and beds. These facilities are made possible for our use and enjoyment because of the Bishop’s Fund. A segment of these monies are set aside each year to help maintain this special place. Without your generous contributions, it would not be possible to continue to keep Guggenheim open. Thank you so much for your generosity. |