Summer 2009

Well, summer camp 2009 has all of us here at SON-Life Camp "On The Run"! With only 2 weeks of camp left after this week we can not believe how fast this summer has gone. Our theme this summer is "On The Run" based on 1 Timothy 6:11 where we are learning how to run away from evil things and run towards things such as rightousness, godliness, gentleness, faithfulness and living the way that God would desire for us.

Many campers have come to camp and we have had a great time swimming, playing field games, and learning more about Jesus. What a joy it is to watch campers and staff having fun and learning more about themselves and God in his amazing creation.

This week we have out teen campers here and they are having a blast. I love to hear a few of them sing for their mail at supper time. Right now I hear the speed boat pulling tubers on the lake. The "girlie" screams that echo across the lake always make me smile. Mike Bell, from Northwest Community Church just outside of Chicago, is here this week challenging the kids in the evenings during our FUSION times and many exciting things are happening through those lessons.

The past 2 weekends we have had 2 large church groups here where the families have really enjoyed spending time getting to know eachother in a deeper way and drawing closer to God. Daisy Park Campground has also hosted many families who loved to cook over the open fire and spend some time in the woods away from the hustle and bustle of home. What a joy it is to be able to serve churches and families in this way!

Thanks for checking in - please keep camp in your prayers. We ask for safety and continued growth for each person that comes to camp and for the ministry as a whole.

Running for the Lord,
Hope