Rays of Hope

Community Health Professionals’ Hospice held its annual Rays of Hope Camp on June 26-28 at Camp Clay in Van Wert. Approximately 30 kids from Van Wert and surrounding counties enjoyed swimming, rock wall climbing, crafts and games in addition to therapeutic, educational activities. Those who helped with or sponsored the event include First United Methodist Church, Trinity United Methodist Church, St. Paul’s United Methodist Women, Praise Point United Brethren Church, Ohio City United Methodist Church, Trinity Friends Church, Bob & Kathy Finger, Rocky Top Ice Cream, Nikko’s Pizza, YMCA Camp Clay/Clint Myers and staff, Robin Kraner of Stoneco Quarry, Denny Smith of Van Wert City Clowns, Mark’s Ark, Lifehouse Church, McCoy’s Flowers & Diamonds,  and CHP volunteers Kellie Mace, Haley Sinning, Stacie Ford, Camile Harting, Rebecca and Madison Tracey. (CHP photo)