Camp Dates: August 11-16, 2025
A Letter from the Camp Director
Dear Parents and Campers,
God bless you! I am thrilled to invite you to the inaugural session of Camp Saint Joseph of Damascus, a historic milestone for the Diocese of Worcester and New England. Camp St. Joseph will be the culmination of a full year of SOYO programming in New England giving our youth the opportunity to create tight-knit relations with fellow Orthodox youth. The young adults who serve as counselors will continue to serve as mentors throughout the year as they enrich their relationships with each other and deepen their faith in Christ through our SOYO activities.
At Camp Saint Joseph, we are committed to embodying the four pillars of SOYO—Worship, Witness, Fellowship, and Service. Our program will feature all the hallmarks of a traditional Archdiocesan camp, including Christian education, recreational activities, and spiritual services. Hosted at a facility that operates as a sports camp, campers will enjoy a wide variety of activities, such as a pool/lake, facilitator-led ropes course, and team sports. We are also extremely blessed to have His Grace Bishop JOHN preside over the entire camp session, offering his spiritual leadership and care.
As we gather this August at Camp St. Joseph, I invite you to join us in making history with this first camp session. This camp is more than just a summer program—it is a unique opportunity for our youth to deepen their faith, form meaningful relationships, and experience the joy of living in a Christ-centered community.
In Christ,
William Ozone
Camp Director
Camp Saint Joseph of Damascus