Camp GLOW (God Loves Our World) is a week-long residential summer camp for adults with developmental disabilities held at the Monsignor O’ Dwyer Retreat Center in Sparks, MD. Begun by Sr. Justa Walton, I.H.M., in the 1970’s, Camp GLOW has been an annual tradition providing spiritual development and social enhancement to hundreds of camp participants.
Under the direction of the Archdiocese of Baltimore, Division of Evangelization and Catechesis, Camp GLOW fosters a loving environment in which participants strengthen their relationship with the Lord through the celebration of Mass and other spiritual activities. In addition, there are many fun activities including music, swimming, hiking, sports, arts and crafts, movies and parties. For many, Camp GLOW provides the only vacation they will have during the year. It also provides a respite for parents whose sons or daughters live at home.
Camp GLOW is funded entirely through the generosity of parishes, Knights of Columbus Councils, religious and civic organizations, businesses and individuals. Donations may be made to the Sr. Justa Walton Fund and mailed to the Division of Evangelization and Catechesis.
for the summer of 2010 there will be two sessions of Camp GLOW (God Loves Our World). The first session will run from June 20 through June 25, 2010. The second session will be held from August 1 through August 6, 2010. Both sessions will be held at the Msgr. O'Dwyer Retreat House, 15523 York Rd., Sparks, MD 21152.
For a Camp participant application or for an application to be a camp companion, please contact Bill Fleming (see information below) or download the applicable forms:
Camp GLOW 2010 Participant Application Form
Camp GLOW 2010 Code of Conduct
Camp GLOW 2010 Companion Application
Camp GLOW 2010 Companion Code of Conduct
Camp Glow 2010 Companion Verification Form For Stand Training
Camp Glow 2010 Companion Consent Form
Camp GLOW Christmas in April 2010
On April 25, 2010, Camp GLOW celebrated Christmas. Since the original party in December, 2009 was cancelled due to snow, over 100 participants gathered to celebrate Christmas (and Easter) together at the Msgr. O'Dwyer Retreat House on a beautiful Sunday afternoon in April. A wonderful craft was generously provided by Susan Griisser and everyone was entertained by Patty Kake the clown, Elmo, the Easter Bunny, and of course, Santa Claus. For pictures of the event, please click here.
Camp GLOW Christmas 2008
Camp GLOW Photos Page
Bill Fleming
Coordinator of Catechesis For Persons with Developmental Disabilities
320 Cathedral Street
Baltimore, Maryland 21201
Phone: 410-547-5410
FAX: 410-347-7896
