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Lessons in the Dish Room
Let me set the scene... It is a beautiful, sunny, and warm February day out at Camp Akiva. 49 teens joined us for our Onward & Upward retreat, and we are all just finishing lunch. That means that some teens are hanging with their counselors at their tables, having fun conversations and...
January Blues
Join us in praying over all our campers, even when these winter days are dreary and blue. Dear God, Our campers have trudged back to school, hopefully bundled up to fight the cold. We pray to you now that these children of yours know the true comfort and warmth of your love. Let them...
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 spoke, “not just a name on a piece of paper” caught my attention....
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 from the Bible. She would literally sit...
Grateful & Thankful
This month’s prayer email is going to be a little different, but stick with me! I have a challenge for you, an activity that can be as creative as you want and such a blessing to you (and your family). So grab a pen and a piece of paper! This activity is something you might see in the...
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 ministry. You are providing connection by...