Lake Lust is a recent graduate of the University of Vermont's forestry program. They previously attended the Medill School of Journalism at Northwestern University in Evanston, Illinois. Though non-religious, they have a deep connection with their Jewish heritage. Outside of reporting, they enjoy playing guitar, painting and exploring forests in the Pacific Northwest.
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In Idaho, an Episcopal Camp Stands as Solace for Queer People
The Episcopal Diocese of Spokane, Washington, has maintained Camp Cross—a 130-acre property on the west side of Lake Cœur D’Alene, Idaho—for more than a century. Each week throughout summer, the church hosts themed retreats, from Arts and Music Camp to Clergy Camp.
One of those retreats is Queer Camp, a session for LGBTQ+ people and allies of all ages that the church has hosted since 2024. Registration is now open for Queer Camp’s third year, which will run August 28 to 31.
“My hope is folks can know there is a place where they can be Christian and be their full self,” said camp director Alex Flannagan. “It’s not conditional, no one’s trying to change you, you’re fully welcome.”