Teen volunteers lift hands and hearts through weeklong Catholic Heart Workcamp

During the week of July 14-19, more than 300 teens from across the Midwest are participating in a weeklong Catholic HEART Workcamp hosted by St. John the Evangelist Parish in Davison. Their week of service includes painting, general home repairs, cleaning, landscaping and interacting with children at local daycare centers in low-income communities. They also will assist at food distribution locations, homeless shelters and local outreach centers.“This is the fifth year we’ve hosted the camp – the needs of the people in Genesee County are tremendous,” said Elaine Ouellette, director of RCIA and Family Faith Formation at St. John. “It is through the generosity of these young people that we can bring some help and happiness to those in need.”
The goal of the work camp is twofold. First, it gives teens a chance to serve and give back to the community. Second, it allows them the opportunity to live out their faith. For more information, contact Elaine Ouellette at 810.658.4776 ext. 272 or email meolet@stjohndavison.org.