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December Chanco Chatter
News from our diocesan camp and retreat center 
In This Issue:
*Campaign Update
*Happening Gathering
*Winter Camp Upcoming
10 Days Left
For your gift to have double the impact!
Have you heard?! 10 days left to help Chanco receive the full $300,000 diocesan challenge match! This capital campaign is the first of its kind in Chanco's 53-year history. Make your gift today and help ensure Chanco's ministry for generations to come. No gift too small - every dollar makes a difference. Why give? Listen to the voice of a Chanco alumnus, “The place most important to my personal development – and to the growth of two of my sons – has been Camp Chanco. When I learned the diocese would match all contributions for the rest of the year as we conclude the Campaign for Chanco, I doubled our original pledge and immediately mailed a check. I invite you to join me and make your own gift in support of all that Chanco's ministry brings to our diocese and beyond.” – Dave Belote, St. Aidan’s, Virginia Beach. 
Click here for a campaign flyer. Click here for more information and for all the ways to give. Click here to make an immediate online gift today. THANK YOU for your generosity. Chanco is you! 
Happening Gathering
January 2, 2022
We invite you to join the us for a Happening Gathering on January 2, 2022 from 1-3 pm at St. Christopher's Episcopal Church, Portsmouth (3300 Cedar Ln, Portsmouth, VA 23703) for an event full of fellowship and prayer. This gathering is an opportunity for those who are interested in learning more about the Happening Community to experience a bit of what the program entails and a chance for alumni to gather together to share their fond memories and catch up with one another. There will be some awesome merchandise giveaways, a delicious pizza lunch, and some of your favorite parts of the Happening experience all for the low, low price of free! We do ask that attendants be vaccinated and masks are worn while we are together since we will be inside for the event. Please sign up using the link here. Questions? Contact Diocesan Youth Missioner Megan Dern at mdern@diosova.org.
Winter Camp
January 15-17, 2022
Pack your bags and do your stretches - it’s time for the 2022 Winter Camp Games at Chanco on the James! This fun-filled weekend is perfect for kids who are missing the Chanco sunshine or for first timers who want to test the waters of camp. Bring your A-game in the first ever Winter Camp Olympics as you compete for gold against your fellow campers. This weekend will feature worship, zip lining, archery, awesome counselors, bonfires, and loads of fun! Winter Camp is open to campers aged 7-12 and price is $125 per camper. Click here to register today. Questions? Email Director of Programs Lexi Barnhill at programs@chanco.org. Download the Winter Camp 2022 event flyer here.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Happening Gathering: January 2, 2022. Open to all youth grades 9-12. Join us for a Happening Gathering from 1-3 pm at St. Christopher's Episcopal Church, Portsmouth (3300 Cedar Ln, Portsmouth, VA 23703) for an event full of fellowship and prayer. Questions? Contact Diocesan Youth Missioner Megan Dern at mdern@diosova.org.

Winter Camp: January 15-17, 2022. Open to all youth ages 7-12. This session is the perfect opportunity to introduce a new friend to Chanco! Questions? Contact us at hospitality@chanco.org or 888-7CHANCO (888-724-2626).

Pray, Write, Stretch: Spiritual Writing and Yoga Retreat: February 10-12, 2022. Get away to delve into faith using three vehicles: yoga, prayer, and writing. Facilitated by the Rev. Elizabeth Felicetti, the Rev. Samantha Vincent-Alexander, and the Rev. Lauren McDonald. Questions? Contact us at hospitality@chanco.org or 888-7CHANCO (888-724-2626).

Cursillo #168: Co-Ed Weekend: April 28-May 1, 2022. Cursillo is a movement within the Episcopal Church. It is an adult retreat designed to help us grow closer to Jesus Christ. It's also a community where we're encouraged to live joyfully and serve faithfully in grace.  For more information on Cursillo or to apply to be a candidate, please visit the Cursillo website at www.cursillodiosova.org or contact Rector Travis Kennedy at travilus@gmail.com.

Chanco 1980's Alumni Reunion: May 13-15,2022. Were you a camper, EYC'er, or Happener in the 1980's?! If so mark your calendars and save the date! The 1980's alumni are reuniting for giant fun back together again at Chanco. Whether you have been at Chanco in the last month or not since 1980, we know you will immediately feel back home at Chanco with friends who outlast the decades. More information and registration coming soon. For now, save the date! Questions? Contact us at hospitality@chanco.org. or 888-7CHANCO (888-724-2626).

May Weekend: May 20-22, 2022. Open to grades 6-12, this youth retreat seeks to bring our young people closer to God and to each other in Christian community - along with some favorite outdoor camp activities as well! Questions? Contact Youth Missioner Megan Dern at mdern@diosova.org or 757-423-8287.