#CourageouslyLiving

The Northern Deanery Initiative

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To learn more about the Diocese of St. Petersburg's Mutually-Shared Vision of Courageously Living the Gospel visit, www.dosp.org/courageouslyliving

 

Cabin Renovations for Our Lady of Good Counsel Camp

Donate: 

If your parish is part of the Northern Deanery, you may write a check or make a cash donation and deliver it directly to your parish. Be sure to note that your donation is for the "Deanery Initiative." Contact your parish office for specific instructions. 
 

About the Deanery Initiative:

As part of the Diocese of St. Petersburg's Mutually-Shared Vision of Courageously Living the Gospel, the Northern Deanery has selected Our Lady of Good Counsel Camp as the recipient of it's Catholic Impact Initiative. 

Why renovate the cabins at Good Counsel Camp? 
Most of GCC's buildings are the originial structures dating back to the 1940's and 50's. They were designed with weeping mortar walls, screened doors and windows and without A/C or insulation. In its current state, it is a challenge to attract youth groups and ministries year-round due to the rustic nature of these buildings, the harsh Florida heat and cooler winter months. Renovated cabins would make GCC a more inviting youth retreat destination for our diocese and potentially Catholic parishes throughout Florida. 

Our diocese has called us all to be courageous as we work to improve our communtities, share our faith and prioritize youth and family ministries. This initiative alligns us perfectly with our diocesan vision of Courageously Living the Gospel. 

What work needs to be done, how much will it cost, and how will the funds be raised?
There are 12 cabins at GCC and all of them need insulation, new windows, new doors, A/C, heat and new bunk beds. The total cost of the project is estimated to be $212,000, and the funds will be raised between the 6 parishes of the Northern Deanery. The parishes have pledged to contribute at least $33,000 per year until the project is complete. The amount each parish will donate is prorated according to the individual parish's offertory collection. 

What progress has been made? 
The project has just begun! The project will be completed in phases as funds become available to Good Counsel Camp. At the moment, insulation has been installed and windows and doors are on their way!

Check back here for more updates!