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5 DENVER CATHOLIC | JUNE 9-22, 2018 Presented in Denver by: Presented in Denver by: Major Support from: In partnership with: A CAMP WITH OPEN ARMS While Annunciation Heights is pri- marily a Catholic camp, other groups from di§erent Christian churches and denominations will be "absolutely" welcome to use it, Mills said. In fact, its picturesque location just outside of Estes Park makes it an ideal spot for any sort of group to hold a retreat. "I can't help but hope we become a place where true ecumenism hap- pens; we don't sacrifice in any way our Catholic identity, but rather, clarify and proclaim it respectfully to those who come to the camp," Mills, a former Evangelical Protestant said. Annunciation Heights will also be the new location for the ever-popular JPII Outdoor Lab program. Beginning its 11th year of operation, and under the dynamic leadership of its director, Julie Morrison, JPII Outdoor Lab will con- tinue to serve all the Catholic schools of the Archdiocese, and will even serve some public schools for their outdoor education classes. Annunciation Heights will serve a variety of guests, hosting and provid- ing programmed camps and retreats throughout the year. No matter who stays at the camp and experiences the beauty of the natural wonders that sur- round it, the mission remains the same. "Youth and families are particularly hungry for a place to encounter Jesus, and hopefully in a way that is tangible," Mills said.€ "At the very heart of every- thing, we want to make Jesus known." Kyle Mills, Executive Director of Annunciation Heights, and his wife Amberly treasure the blessings and opportunities the new camp brings to them and their children, as they encounter other Catholic families. PHOTO PROVIDED