The power of space

Part of the chapel project

Taking time to create a positive space is worth the effort. Yesterday I was in the Clinton Frame youth area where John (our Feb. 25-27 speaker) and Sheila Troyer have worked to shape the place and make it a great place for youth. Later in the day, we finished our Christmas decorations moving some furniture to make space for the tree. Now I set in my favorite chair and face a different direction, a whole new world opens up. Space shapes our experience, how often do we take time to shape the space?

Over the past two summers we have cleaned, painted, and spruced up the chapel and the arts and crafts building as part of the Art Camp. Summer staff designed the spaces and then made it happen. The power of the process was evident as creativity was unleashed and community was built. Amazing what some paint, hard work and some freedom can do. Take some time this season to care for your space, remove some clutter and change your view.