A few highlights from the 2022 CAM Fam: “CAM made me more aware of the poverty throughout our world, and reminded me of the importance of service to our Catholic faith” “CAM showed me what it means to love and serve my brothers and sisters in Christ. I was moved by people's stories and seeing how despite the poverty of the area, people were still so faithful and loving. Everyone was so kind to each other and selfless, making sure to only take what they really needed. I was so moved to see the ministry groups working together as a team. Everyone got so close on the mission and we became part of a family. My faith was definitely strengthened because of this trip and I have decided to start going to daily mass.” It opened my eyes to the areas of our country that needed our help and I could feel God calling me to take action to help them.” This was a very humbling experience and a reminder of what my Diaconate calling and ministry is all about. I intend to use this experience to help start a youth group at my parish and see how the group can support the less fortunate in the local setting.” “I found the Theo group helped me put into perspective what we experienced each day. I was impressed with each member's openness and honesty, especially the teens.” “I formed a family with the people I met on the mission, grew in my faith, and learned a lot from those in Harlan…everyone worked so well together and we truly learned how to function as a team in our ministry groups and with everyone else on the mission. We became so close, like family, and this special bond cannot be broken. I grew in my faith by listening to the stories of those I met at our work sites. One lady reminded her children not to be greedy and only take what they wanted...even though these people are poor, they are still so selfless and considerate of others. It was so refreshing to see how open these people are about their faith. They are not ashamed about their faith and are happy to share the ways in which they see God working in their lives... I found that so inspiring.”
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