Meet the Staff: Brian Piccioni

Brian is our Facilities Director at Charis Camp! Get to know this busy man with a big smile below!

What have you been up to @Charis over the years, Brian?

I've been involved with the camp since 2007, doing everything from washing dishes and cutting carrots to cleaning rooms and cabin leading to training staff. I have worked here full time since 2012. First as Program director from 2012 until 2016 and since then as the Site Director. I'm responsible for making sure everything around site is working and ready for the groups when they arrive and for planning ahead to new needs and expansion!

You must love #chariscamplife! Tell us what's to love?
I love the "aha" moments when staff,campers and guests have an opportunity to learn something new about Jesus and when I get to stand back and see all the pieces that God has put in place work together.

What is life @home like for you?
My wife and I have been married for 4 years.  We met, got engaged and were married at Charis and we live here now. We love to spend time together going on drives, walks, hikes, just anything that involves being together. Personally, I like reading, being outside, working on our truck and tinkering with electronics and other things that can be taken apart. 

We have two little boys, one is almost two years old and the other is almost 3 months old. Jack, our oldest, has tons of energy and loves to talk and make friends and play with anything and anyone. Barnaby, our youngest, loves to look at faces, smile, and keep the grandparents cozy.

Help us get to know you a bit more with some Fun Facts!

• I once had a big, curly, out of control afro!
• I have a Masters of Arts in Christian Studies and at one point was almost a high school teacher, until God drastically changed the course of my life.
• I grew up in Surrey, but have lived in Chilliwack since 2009.
• Not only did we meet, get engaged, and get married here at camp but both of our children were also born in our home at the camp. #campkids
• I lost our truck in Vancouver the night I proposed. We went out for dinner and I guess I forgot where we parked. I was freaking out because I had a bunch of things waiting for us back in Chilliwack.
• I'm a first generation Canadian. My dad was born in Italy and came here when he was 11. My mom's parents are from Switzerland, but she as born in Smithers, BC. So I guess first and half generation.
• I used to play the trumpet, too!

Thanks for helping us get to know the man behind the beard, Brian. And thank you for all you do at Charis Camp! It wouldn't be the same without you!!!

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Why the Team thinks Brian is Awesome:

Brian has a kind, gentle and humble servants heart. He is always willing to help out. We love how he seeks to see Jesus in every situation. Brian is a good guy, a hard worker and he knows the camp like the back of his hand.  He is unassuming; he gives people the benefit of the doubt and believes the best about them. We like that Brian is honest, passionate and has incredible dedication to Charis Camp.  Plus, he's a lot of fun! What a guy!

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