Fall Sports Ramping up for CYO

September 6, 2018September 5, 2018Sr. Krista von Borstel, SSMO Leave a comment

CYO SPORTS PORTLAND, OR SEPTEMBER 5, 2018

The CYO program is ramping up for fall sports 2018 as youth from across the greater Portland area and Clark county, Washington practice and prep. Schedules will be handed out soon and the officials are brushing up on their rules at officials training workshops. The kids are excited about upcoming contests! If you haven’s signed up, see your local Catholic School Athletic Director today! CYO is open to school and parish kids!

Fall CYO Sports include: Cheerleading, Football, Hot Shot Basketball, Volleyball and swimming. For more information, check out the CYO/Camp Howard website at:

http://www.cyocamphoward.org

A New Sister of St. Mary of Oregon – Sr. Alexa Weight

September 4, 2018September 3, 2018Sr. Krista von Borstel, SSMO Leave a comment

AUGUST 14, 2018 BEAVERTON, OREGON SISTERS OF ST. MARY OF OREGON

Sr. Alexa Weight joins Sr. Thanh Pham as a novice with the Sisters of St. Mary of Oregon. Sr. Alexa took the white veil, and constitutions of the Sisters on August 14th as she progressed from candidate to novice on her 7 year journey to becoming a fully professed Sister of St. Mary of Oregon.

Sister Alexa and Sr. Thanh began their “canonical year” on August 15, 2018. The year will be filled with a balance of prayer, study and work. This special year, set aside, allows a novice to learn the rudiments of religious life under the guidance of a professed sister known as her “Formation Director. Sister Thuy Nguyen currently serves as the Formation Director for the novices.

BELOW: Proud Parents, Mr. & Mrs. Weight, await Alexa’s ceremony!

BELOW: Candidate Alexa Weight asks for the community of sisters to support and teach her in her quest to become a novice.

BELOW: Sr. Charlene Herinckx, Superior General of the Sisters of St. Mary of Oregon, accepts Candidate Alexa’s request as Sr. Thuy prepares to present her with the white veil, a symbol of a novice.

BELOW: Candidate Alexa is now known as Sister Alexa as she receives the white veil, and constitutions of the community.

BELOW: Sr. Thanh Pham joyfully welcomes Sr. Alexa Weight to the ranks of Novice!

BELOW: The Sisters of St. Mary of Oregon are filled with joy at the sight of two novices!

BELOW: Sister Alexa’s parents and grandparents share in her joy on August 15, 2018 at the convent of the Sisters of St. Mary of Oregon in Beaverton.

BELOW: Mom and Dad joyfully congratulate Sr. Alexa on taking her next step in Religious life!

BELOW: Sr. Colleen Schmitt serves the ice cream cake at the reception for the family and Sisters!

BELOW: Mother, Daughter and Grandmother! Congratulations Sr. Alexa and family!

Feeding the Fish Another Look

August 31, 2018August 24, 2018Sr. Krista von Borstel, SSMO 1 Comment

Fish Chow is the favored Camp Howard fish food. They are fed daily to grow to a good size in order to delight the lucky fishergirls and boys! Many Camp Howard campers catch the first fish of their lives right here at the camp. Trust me, it is a delight to watch!

Part 6: The Mural up Close

August 29, 2018August 24, 2018Sr. Krista von Borstel, SSMO Leave a comment

Wayne Chin put the finishing touches on Mary’s Lodge with his spectacular mural painted for the youth of Camp Howard in July of 2018. Check out his masterful individual animals that come to life before your eyes!

The Cougar is the symbol of Camp Howard, built in 1953 on Cougar Mountain. The Cougar Award springs from the location of the camp.

Part 5 Dedication: The Lodge

August 28, 2018August 24, 2018Sr. Krista von Borstel, SSMO Leave a comment

Mary’s Lodge is the first component of a four part improvement plan for Camp Howard. Built in the early 50’s, the major buildings at the camp, dining hall, chapel and adult housing are slated for replacement. An additional building, the Franz Finley Welcome Center is scheduled to be built in 2019 followed by the Chapel and adult lodge.

Mary’s Lodge affords a variety of comforts and views:

Welcome to Mary’s Lodge at Camp Howard! The building was designed by Henry Fitzgibbon of Soderstrom Architects and built by Todd Construction.

The beautiful mural in the building was painted by well known Northwest artist, Wayne Chin.

Sister Michael Francine SSMO gazes on the mural as she visits the new facility.

The new fireside room at the entry to the building adds a remarkable warmth and comfort to the camp.

The fireside room at Mary’s Lodge includes a meeting space and lounging area.

The dining hall portion of the facility combined with the outdoor eating spaces will accommodate in excess of 350 individuals.

The kitchen, designed by the camp cooks, makes cooking for large numbers an enjoyable experience.

New to the kitchen includes two grills, a combi oven and a steam kettle. Other equipment was brought from the old kitchen.

The outdoor seating area includes space for 200 guests.

Outdoor fireplace and patio area makes a wonderful evening party spot!

Landscaping including grass and rhodies will be added this fall to enhance the facility and provide fire suppression.

Part 4: The Dedication of Mary’s Lodge

August 27, 2018August 24, 2018Sr. Krista von Borstel, SSMO Leave a comment

Plenty of friends were on hand to help us dedicate and celebrate the new Mary’s Lodge at Camp Howard. The donors, architects, builders, fundraisers, fun raisers, camp staff, year around staff, campers, parents, Sisters of St. Mary of Oregon, you name it, they were there! THANK YOU all for being a part of our special day! Fr. Dave Gutmann, Pastor of Holy Trinity Parish blessed the facility and all present. It was a truly remarkable day and one that all who were there will remember fondly.

Fr. Dave Gutmann and the guests give Sr. Krista a surprise blessing!

Sr. Krista and Fr. Dave after the dedication of Mary’s Lodge!

Part 3 Dedication of Mary’s Lodge – The Music

August 26, 2018August 21, 2018Sr. Krista von Borstel, SSMO Leave a comment

BIGFOOT MOJO, a Bluegrass/Country Music band from Portland, OR played on the outdoor patio during the dedication event at Mary’s Lodge at Camp Howard. They had a great sound that entertained the visitors and staff! 5D3_3501 Music

Part 2 Dedication of Mary’s Lodge “The Food”

August 25, 2018August 21, 2018Sr. Krista von Borstel, SSMO Leave a comment

Buster’s Barbecue catered the dedication of Mary’s Lodge August 11, 2018 at Camp Howard. The food was wonderful and greatly enjoyed by all in attendance! The pulled pork, bbq beef, coleslaw, rolls, and Camp Howard Cookies made the day!

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6 Part Dedication of Mary’s Lodge – 1 The People – THANK YOU!

August 24, 2018August 24, 2018Sr. Krista von Borstel, SSMO Leave a comment

Some 250 – 300 people were present for the dedication of the new Mary’s Lodge at Camp Howard August 11, 2018. The turnout exceeded expectations which thrilled the CYO/Camp Howard staff!

The event was catered for the purpose of allowing the hardworking camp cooks the opportunity to enjoy the day as well! I might add they were all in attendance!

Special thanks to all of our friends for attending the dedication and sharing our joy!

The Kneefel Clan

The McCormick Clan

Sue & Rich Haener

Steve Beaird, (Fundraising helper), Ed Langois (Sentinel)

Dan Petit, Site Superintendent and family

Sr. Adele Marie

Ann Fitzgibbon & Dina Marie

Dr. & Mrs. Birkel

The Haener Clan

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Carol Veranizan and Susan Menendez

Sr. Krista & Sr. Theresa Ann

Sr. K and Sr. Theresa Lan

Sr. Thuy, Sr. K, Sr. Marie Bernadette

Sr. Diana Jean

Sr. Alexa & Sr. Krista

Sr. Marcella, Sr. Rita

The Gentry Clan

Sheri Dooney (Leonard Adams Insurance)

Sr. Michael Francine, Sr. Angeline

Fr. Leo Remington, early staff member at Camp Howard

Sr. Krista, Sr. Charlene

1999 camp staff member, Andy Smith

Mr. & Mrs. Josh Danielson, Sr. Michael Francine

Sr. K with “The Gravel Man”, Mr. Davis

Sr. Angeline, Madi Parvankin

Holy Trinity: Ingrid, Fr. Dave with Sr. Krista

Ron Hungate, one of the Camp Howard outstanding cooks!

Sr. Rosemary, Sr. Charlene, Sr. Krista, Sisters of St. Mary of Oregon

Carolyn Romey, longtime cook at Camp Howard

Fergie Bush, Sr. Krista

Mark Gravengaard, June Gravengaard, Virginia Martinez

George & Tammy Weivoda

Gail Joseph, Sr. Krista, Ann Reinhart (Ann lead the dedication committee!)

Sr. Michael Francine, Sr. Krista and Judith Winczewski

The Awesome Fishing Hole at Camp Howard

August 23, 2018August 21, 2018Sr. Krista von Borstel, SSMO Leave a comment

Scads of kids catch their first fish at Camp Howard’s Sporeen Pond! The pond is stocked once or twice per year with farm trout which are fed daily as evidenced below! Once the Purina Fish Chow hits the water, the fish are on it creating a swirling frenzy at every feeding! Sr. Michael Francine fed the fish this summer to take one job off the hands of Property Director, Karen von Borstel. Feeding time provided some great photo opportunities!