Spirituality: It’s why we’re here
As one of the three pillars of Christian Appalachian Project volunteer life, spirituality is just as important to the life of a CAP volunteer as service and community. But what exactly do we mean by “Spirituality?” Prospective volunteers understand service pretty easily, and they usually get community after some explanation, but spirituality, though absolutely critical, [...]
Seth Willard: Devotions
December 2, 2010 by admin
Filed under Volunteer Voices
Devos. Every CAP volunteer knows them well. Those short little segments following dinner during which someone, often the cook of the meal still being digested, shares a bit of wisdom which they prepared days in advance. Well, maybe. I know for a fact some people put a lot of thought into their devos, but then [...]
Christian Community draws 13 new volunteers to CAP and Appalachia
On Thursday, February 11, 2010, Christian Appalachian Project (CAP) Volunteer Program officially welcomed 13 new long-term volunteers at its winter Commissioning Service. Although some have been serving since October, many are just beginning their CAP journey. One of those new arrivals is Ed Riehl, 64, from New York City. Ed is experienced in both long-term service [...]
