The End of the Summer of 2011

It has flown by. It seems like just a few weeks ago that staff were first arriving. Before we knew it, the middle of the Summer had arrived and now the end is in sight. It has been great. It is always amazing and refreshing to see how God is working in the lives of the campers who come here. It is wonderful to watch the fiery red sunsets on Round Lake, to hear about the fish that were caught with the camp grand parents and to watch the power of God in a thunderstorm. It is joyous to listen to campers sing worship, to listen to the staff playing their instruments and to hear God's word shared, for some, hearing it for the very first time. It is energizing to hear kids playing at the waterfront, to see the splash of a person jumping off the rope swing and to hear the hum of the speed boat pulling the red shark across the water. And it is powerful to sit in the silence, to hear the wind in the leaves and to look into the night sky and realize that we are so very small but that a God who created it all knows each and every one of our names. This is why we do what we do. And, although it is not the end of camp for the year, it is the passing of another season. It is a season that holds many fond memories for those who are blessed enough to be able to come to this place. We pray for many more Summers to come, many more sunsets, bon fires and Hallelujah's to echo across the lake. And we pray that those who do not yet know Jesus would be able to experience his transformational love here, at home or wherever his followers are sent. We hope to see you sometime in the next year at Covenant Pines. If not, we will see you again next Summer. God Bless.

2011 Sr High 2

It has been a busy week and it is hard to believe it is already Friday! Yesterday, campers participated in the all camp Ga Ga Ball tournament. Due to the rain we had, the Ga Ga Ball pit was nice and muddy again. There were lots of muddy arms, legs and even a few faces. Campers had the chance to wash away the mud in the swimming area and find respite from the warm, but enjoyable, weather.

Today, campers can look forward to the Powder Puff Football game between female campers and staff. There are rumors that Rosie Peterson will be playing for the staff team. We shall see. Even though it is Friday, there are still plenty of activities to participate in, worship songs to sing, moments to be in awe of God and time to spend with friends, new and old. Please continue to pray for the campers here and that God does amazing things this week in their lives.

Sr High 2

Thunderstorms rolled through the McGregor area last night. It was a rainy start to the week but morning brought sun and a fresh start. It has been a powerful week already. Pat Hall, the speaker for the week, started off with a rousing session that has set a high tempo for the week. It will be fun to see how the campers grow and expand this week in their faith. It is great to talk with them and see what God is doing in their lives. Perhaps there will be a few storms exposed in peoples lives that will bring a new day, sunshine and a fresh start.

2011 Sr. High 2

It is the beginning of the end! The last youth camp of the Summer! Today kicks off our Sr. High 2 week of camp and we are all excited, tired but excited. Our speaker is Pastor Pat Hall and we are ready to see and hear the amazing things God is doing in the lives of the campers. Please keep all of the staff and campers in your prayers. Also, remember to check the facebook fan page or website for pics of the fun. Facebook.com/covenantpines or www.covenantpines.org.