Better than Christmas?
Here’s a throwback Post from December 2022: Bible Adventure Weekend better than Christmas? That is exactly what the youngest of these three sisters told me on Saturday when asked if she…
More Than Fun: Worship Changes a Camper’s Heart
Over the summer, I served as a Jumpstart counselor for a boys’ cabin, and there was one camper in particular who was on the fence about believing in Jesus. During…
From Darkness to Light: A Journey of Transformation within the Christians In Action Program
Imagine being a 7th grader filled with confusion, burdened by a past you don’t understand, and petrified by the circumstances that have shaped your life. The confusion and anxiety turn…
Utilizing Divine Appointments
A throwback post from 2018: “Be very careful, then, how you live—not as unwise but as wise, making the most of every opportunity, because the days are evil.” –Ephesians 5:15-16 (NIV)…
The Life-Changing Gift of Camp: One Family’s Story of Hope
Today’s blog come from Psalm68Five! To view the original post click here Camp has always been about more than just summer fun—it’s a ministry dedicated to making an eternal impact…
No Waiting Required: Embracing Jesus at Bible Adventure
Psalm 100:4–5a “Enter his gates with thanksgiving and his courts with praise; give thanks to him and praise his name. For the LORD is good and his love endures forever.”…
Faith in Action: A Camp Counselor’s Story Igniting a Movement Among Friends
This past week, I had the privilege of speaking with the mother of a camper who has attended Camp Joy El for several summers. Each year, he and a few…
Advancing the Gospel Together: Reflections on the Giving Expo
Last week, we had the privilege of sharing the mission of Joy El at Faithful Give’s Giving Expo. Faithful Give is a fairly new faith-based organization. This year marked their…
Saying Yes: The Benefits of Quality Time at Mother Daughter
Earlier this month, I had the chance to attend the Mother Daughter Retreat with my daughter, Cadence—a weekend filled with meaningful moments and memories. The theme, “Be Real,” challenged us…
Learning to Overcome
Over the years, there have been many children who come to camp who have many obstacles and hurdles to overcome to have a happy life. These children don’t ask to…