Not Just A Name on a Piece of Paper

Not Just A Name on a Piece of Paper

Not Just A Name on a Piece of Paper Counselors and staff gathered in the chapel, and Darren picked up the mic. It’s his job to get camp started. He went over the rules, the expectations, the what-not-to-dos and introduced support staff. Then he started his talk. As he...
The Best Week of My Life

The Best Week of My Life

The Best Week of My Life Many years ago, I was counselor to a camper named Sarah. She had just finished third grade, and she was a little sponge soaking up every experience. After the Bible stories at Kids’ Club, she would want to know the whole context of the episode...
Wise Words from the Scribe

Wise Words from the Scribe

Wise Words from the Scribe Dear God, It’s me, the camp scribe. Thank you for bringing us this flock of children that you have entrusted us with this year. The connection, joy, and intentionality has been so visible, and your fingerprints are clearly seen all over this...
Jesus’ Favorite Folks

Jesus’ Favorite Folks

Jesus’ Favorite Folks Some of Jesus’ favorite people were fishermen. Just try eavesdropping at the fishing pond at camp, and you can certainly see why. You can see the patience, see the learning unfold, and hear the laughter. It’s not only a place for fish...
Today or tomorrow

Today or tomorrow

Today or tomorrow Alan, a teen helper at camp, is on assignment: His mission is to relieve the counselors for a few hours at night, watching over (hopefully!) sleeping campers. If his assigned campers aren’t asleep, his mission is to help them feel secure and peaceful...