As we close out the year, we’ve been sharing the stories of camp: our favorite camper moments from the summer, funny memories from our own staff days, and the ways camp has shaped our lives. As these stories have surfaced, one theme has clearly emerged-the shared experience of camp creates lifelong memories and cherished relationships.
Camp leaves an imprint early. A safe, fun, gospel-centered environment gives children, youth, and families a place to step away from the noise of everyday life and create the kinds of shared memories that inspire spiritual growth and a deeper relationship with God. These moments, big and small, become the scenes that help write each camper’s story.
Think about a teenager on a canoe trip at Adventurous Christians. We’ve heard countless stories of young people saying their Boundary Waters trip was the hardest thing they’ve ever done, and yet one of the most transformational. Instilling confidence, perseverance, teamwork, and a sense of accomplishment can change the direction of a teenager’s story in a profound way.
We’ve also heard plenty of lighthearted stories from former summer staff-funny skits by the campfire, chasing animals out of buildings they didn’t belong in, pranking each other between cabin duties. But every story ends the same: working at camp created some of their favorite memories and some of their most meaningful Christian friendships. And those friendships, rooted in faith and shared mission, continue to help write their stories long after the summer ends.
So, what is your camp story? And how has camp shaped the story of your life? As we wrap up the year, we hope you find a moment to connect with a camp friend, share memories, and celebrate the ways God has worked through Covenant Pines Ministries to encourage campers to take a next step in Christian faith.
Your story, and the stories of so many others, remind us why this ministry matters. Thank you for considering a year-end gift to our Camp Tells a Story campaign. Together, we can keep creating the spaces where faith grows, friendships form, and life-changing stories begin.
