Vashty Segovia Santos – Loveland, Colorado … The female students at Campion Academy (CA) in Loveland, Colorado, enjoyed a fun-filled weekend on campus learning how God can help with anxiety and relaxing with friends, September 27-29. The retreat was especially unique as there was no one else on campus, providing the girls with a peaceful and intimate environment.
The retreat began with activities on Center Campus, and they received special devotionals focused on anxiety and Bible characters who had to overcome their own struggles with it.
Kylee Hart, a CA freshman village student, shared, “I had so much fun painting with my friends on Friday. It was a great way to start the retreat.”
As the sun set on the first of the retreat, the students gathered for their first session in the chapel. Tenisha Tavares-Kincaid, Voice of Prophecy project manager for evangelism, led the afternoon program, sharing the story of Esther and how she had to go against expectations in order to save her people. They welcomed the Sabbath with praise music around a campfire complete with s’mores and hot chocolate.
The girls were able to sleep in before enjoying a leisurely Sabbath morning brunch together, September 28. Later, they separated into their halls for devotional time where they discussed their personal experiences with anxiety and explored what the Bible says about it.
In the evening, the girls attended a tea party in the Administration Building, followed by a question-and-answer panel where they had the opportunity to ask questions. The panelists, Jessica Rios, CA enrollment director, Tenisha Tavares-Kincaid, Erin Johnson, CA English and drama teacher, Shannon Brown, CA registrar, history teacher, and guidance counselor, and Naomi Fernández, CA music director provided thoughtful and encouraging answers.
“I enjoyed the girls’ retreat so much. My favorite part would definitely be the panel. All the serious and fun questions that were asked and answered were so helpful, and it was just a fun time to listen!” said Pam Lah, a CA junior student.
The night ended with games of sardines and a fashion show. Each hall chose someone to dress up for different categories, and judges voted on the best outfits.
The weekend wrapped up on September 29 with a trip to Fort Fun activity park in Fort Colins, Colorado, where the girls enjoyed go-karting, mini-golf, and laser tag.
“My main goal for this retreat was to bring the girls closer together and to have fun. We enjoyed having a slower-paced weekend and just enjoying our time together. Sometimes with all the school activities, we get tired of constantly doing things. This was a great break. I’m glad the girls had a great relaxing weekend,” Phoebe Wullur, president of the Girls’ Club.
—Vashty Segovia Santos, Campion Academy Student News Team. Photos by Vashty Segovia Santos.
