On Wednesday, October 18, Camp Ondessonk received funding through the Diocese of Belleville’s Catholic Service and Ministry Appeal (CSMA) Fund for Ministry to support ministry programs for teens. The CSMA…
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Bequests, any gift made as part of a will or trust, continue to be the most common legacy gift, and their popularity is not waning. It is estimated by Giving…
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Nestled amidst the serene beauty of the Shawnee National Forest in Southern Illinois, Camp Ondessonk Stables stands as a beacon of outdoor education, personal growth, and community building. Within this…
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By Pati Egan The first year Camp opened, boys were taught the safe use of .22 rifles at the Rifle Range. The range location has remained the same since 1959!…
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By Pati Egan Campers since 1975 have looked forward to Fridays and Friday means Marathon. Marathon is a huge relay race that encompasses the whole Camp starting at the Archery…
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Why have I continued to manage “Lost & Found” for the past 30 years? Rewards for my efforts come in the form of copious thanks, joy and relief in a…
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