Mistakes and miscommunications are all part of the process of learning how to live lovingly, building authentic relationships and sharing our lives. Passing from strangers to colleagues to friends and sharing our joys and struggles along the way has been an enriching and enjoyable time. Feedback from guests this season as well as last has shown that the value of staff relationships with one another and with guests is an influential aspect of young people's time at Camas. Comments have been that the staff have set an example of how men treat women or have taught young people to communicate with respect. Seeking to set an atmosphere of care and welcome is an integral part of living as an open community.
Camas often attracts people who are seeking to live valuably.
Having listened to eleven staff reflect on their experiences here as they came to leave, I am aware of the impact of the place and work. Camas touches the lives, strengthens the values, and inspires the direction of the staff. Whilst it is not for everybody, Camas plays some role in enabling people to think about what motivates them and what is their passion. I am grateful for all that people give here, yet one of the exciting things is when people leave Camas. Seeking to communicate, seeking to integrate and seeking to live out something of their experience and discoveries here.