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ABOVE: Summer 2026
This past weekend, we sent our last summer staffers home for the season. As I sat in our lounge with them, recalling memories from the past weeks of labor and growth, a certain staffer looked at me and said, "You know, Anthony, it was a good summer. A very good...
7 Reasons NOT to Send Your Kids to Summer Camp This Summer
Let’s be honest.
Sending your child to summer camp can feel like a big step.
Will they make friends? Will they miss home? Will they be safe? Will they actually grow from the experience?
For many parents, especially moms, summer camp can feel exciting… and just a little overwhelming.
But...
Unplug and Connect With What Matters Most
Some of my favorite moments in ministry happen at family camp. Every year, I get a front-row seat to watch families slow down, unplug, and reconnect with each other and with God. I've seen tears turn into laughter, exhaustion turn into joy, and distant hearts draw close again, all because...
Top Tips for Making Friends at Camp
Making friends at overnight summer camp - especially when you don't know anyone - can feel overwhelming at first, but with the right mindset and tools, it can be a great opportunity to build meaningful connections. Here are friendly, concrete tips tailored for teens (including those with ASD or social...
The Legacy of Camp: A Lifelong Journey of Faith, Friendships, and Family Calling
I was just nine years old when I first experienced Girls Camp at Lake Geneva Youth Camp. I can honestly say it changed my life. I didn't come to camp by accident. I was sent by my parents and lovingly encouraged and sponsored by Kay Middleton, one of my mom's...
