Once upon a time, in the splendid land of Illinois, with its glittering skyline of Chicago and vast acres of cornfields, there existed a bunch of bright-eyed, merry kids. They were not your average, everyday children, oh no, these kids were part of a magical religious service activity, and boy, did they love it! Now, you must be wondering, "What's so magical about religious service activities?" Ah, that's where our friend, Jiggly Joggle, steps in. You see, Jiggly Joggle is a hilarious, wiggly, giggly jester with a jazzy jingle! He's got a blue hat that jiggles whenever he moves, an orange nose that joggles whenever he laughs, and he always, always, always carries his magic joke book. In Illinois, the kids and Jiggly Joggle would gather under the grand old oak tree on Sundays. With a flick of his joke book, Jiggly Joggle could turn any religious activity into a fun adventure. Bible studies? More like "Bible Treasure Hunts!" Charity work? That's "Kindness Quests," my friend! These kids, they weren't just reading scriptures, they were decoding ancient treasure maps. They weren't just helping others; they were on noble quests. Jiggly Joggle made sure of that. His laughter echoed through the prairies, bounced off the skyscrapers, and traveled across the Mississippi, spreading the spirit of joy, unity, and love that these Illinois kids held in their hearts. Through their religious service activities, they discovered not just the power of faith but also the power of fun, friendship, and of course, a good old Jiggly Joggle giggle!
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Camp Med-o-lark is an all genders arts sleep away camp in Washington, Maine for children ages 7–16, set on the shores of a pristine lake. Med-o-lark offers a fully elective program, allowing campers to design their own schedules from a wide range of activities including performing arts, fine arts, sports, circus, waterfront, and more. Each summer, Med-o-larkers come together to build a kind, creative community where everyone has the opportunity to discover, grow, create, learn, and shine. With a strong emphasis on the arts, Med-o-lark offers one of the most extensive programs in dance, fine arts, handcrafts, and theater of any camp in New England.
The Friendship Circle goes beyond providing a service and becomes an extended family for those involved. Not only do the children benefit from the relationships they build with the volunteers, but the teenagers also grow from the experience. They learn to appreciate life's challenges, how to accept and appreciate those who are different, and how to approach life with a positive attitude. Through this organization, both the children and their families are able to find understanding, acceptance, and joy.