"Do you not know that the runners in the stadium all run in the race, but only one wins the prize? Run so as to win." -1 Corinthians 9:24

This week we're joined by two great coaches, Jeremy and Jacob Hickey, who break open the beauty of sport and show how their coaching is a direct vehicle to Christ, to help others run so as to win. They highlight the importance of healthy competition and stories of moments when the circumstances of victory mattered much more than the victory itself. Tune in to hear the connection between athletics and being a disciple of Christ.

This week, we travel out to Prince of Peace Catholic Church to speak with Fr. Andrew Dawson about the power of the sacraments. Combining his experience as a camp counselor as well as a priest, Fr. Andrew offers many deep points of reflection in terms of how we can allow ourselves to be overwhelmed by the sacramental grace that the Lord desires for all of us. Tune in to hear how Fr. Andrew makes this reality present at his parish and how he views its importance within the upcoming generation of the Church.

This episode we're joined by our very own Melissa Marter! Combining her experiences with Hard as Nails Ministry and Catholic Family Land to now serving at Our Lady of the Fields, Melissa brings a breadth of ministerial knowledge and a deep understanding of the youth. Tune in to hear about her specialty: the art of debriefing and how it enhances the experience of all of the groups we have here.

Before Damascus finished up for the summer, we had the wonderful opportunity to speak with Abby and Tyler about praise and worship, as well as how they help others to enter into this form of prayer. With insights even new to our ears, they both truly bring a refreshing and creative perspective to praise and worship, which reflects in their effectiveness to reach youth and adults alike. We hope that you are as blessed by this conversation as we were.

Fr. John has been a long time supporter of OLF and a vibrant figure during many of our retreats. We get a chance to sit down with him and really talk about the spirituality behind forming a relationship with Christ and how that relationship can help us model love to those around us.

After a full day of fun, we had the chance to sit down with Selena and Matt, who both serve on the administration of Chaldean Youth Camp. They both have a passion for serving their Chaldean community and passing on to the next generation what they've received by fully engaging with their Chaldean roots. CYC has been the longest running camp at OLF, celebrating their 10 year anniversary this year! Tune in to hear some great stories through the years of how CYC has grown and developed.

Welcome to Our Lady of the Fields' inaugural podcast, The Fruits from the Fields! We notice such a bountiful harvest from the various groups that we host, and our hope is to bless others by sharing those fruits through talking with all of the diverse personalities that come through OLF! This episode, we are joined by Emily Knuth, Director of Catholic Youth Summer Camp Great Lakes and the Missionary Recruiter for Damascus. Much more than a business agreement, Damascus and OLF join forces to change the lives of the next generation through high adventure and deep faith experiences. Tune in to hear how Emily is contributing as director to bring about this mission and how it aligns with what OLF does as well.