Oakwood University Church Makes History!

Posted By: Reginald Culpepper on August 29, 2025

"Oakwood University Church in Huntsville, Ala., made history earlier this month by launching its first Friendship Camp, a dedicated camping experience designed specifically for 10-year-old Pathfinders in the Friend Class — the youngest members of the Pathfinder Club.

The pilot program, held April 5-7, 2025, offered an engaging, hands-on, and spiritually enriching outdoor weekend.

The camp was created to address the developmental needs of the Friend Class while focusing on essential Pathfinder skills, building friendships, and supporting spiritual growth."

Adapted from Southern Tidings article written by Dwain Wood, M.D.

Read the full article at https://www.southerntidings.com/news/oakwo...
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