Spirituality
CAP is an interdenominational organization that encourages volunteers to express their faith through their actions and grow in faith together as a volunteer community. Personal spiritual growth is an integral part of the CAP volunteer experience, and is just as vital as a volunteer’s commitment to service and community. CAP challenges each volunteer to view his or her time at CAP as an opportunity to deepen his or her relationship with God.
To foster a spiritual environment, volunteers gather for prayer and reflection after weekday dinners, and long-term volunteers are officially welcomed to CAP in a commissioning ceremony. Volunteers are also encouraged to invite a local minister to join them for dinner to lead prayer and enhance their knowledge of the spiritual values of the community in which they live. Though not required, many volunteers find that independent small groups and Bible studies within one or several volunteer communities enhances their volunteer experience.
Retreats
CAP sponsors annual volunteer retreats during the spring and fall at either Camp Andrew Jackson or Camp Shawnee. For the weekend retreat, volunteers can reunite with other volunteers and CAP staff, meet new people and enjoy a time of fellowship and relaxation in the beautiful Appalachian Mountains. The retreats also give volunteers an opportunity to reflect on their spiritual journey in a more intentional way.
