We all have high expectations for the events that we plan; after all, isn’t success everyone’s ultimate dream? It’s not enough to simply wish upon a star and hope for the best, though. Even prayer, the most powerful tool in the world, cannot save your event if you don’t take the necessary steps to ensure […]
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How to Handle Homesickness with Young Campers
Planning a Christian camp is always exciting. As you’re putting together all the pieces of what is sure to be a great week, it’s easy to expect that your campers will be just as enthusiastic. It’s easy to act like this event will be the most groundbreaking program on earth. After all, you planned it; […]
Tips For Choosing a Theme for a Youth Retreat
So you’ve got your youth retreat planned to a T- all the events are in order, the worship team is organized and ready to go, the bills have been paid, and even the food has been ordered. It seems that there isn’t a thing you haven’t planned… or is there? One of the most important […]
What Makes Youth Camp So Epic That You Never Want To Miss One?
There are very few events that people say they would never want to miss; weddings, birthdays, and even big concerts are among them. So when people call youth camp an ‘unmissable’ event, it’s kind of a big deal. Every youth camp director’s dream is to execute an event that excites, engages, and delivers. They want […]
How to Eliminate Your Fears and Doubts About Youth Camp
For teens everywhere, youth camp is always a blast; it’s a time of building relationships, making unforgettable memories, and recommitting your life to Christ in a new and powerful way. It’s an unpredictable adventure and a yearly highlight. But the truth is that a lot of planning goes into making youth camp happen every year. […]
How to Determine the Purpose of Your Ladies’ Retreat
When you’re planning an event as big and exciting as a ladies’ retreat, you absolutely have to have a purpose. If you don’t, all of your efforts will go to waste. You’re giving all of this time, energy, prayer – but for what? There may be times when you know your retreat has an important […]
3 Ways Volunteering First Will Make You a Better Leader
Some people are naturally daring and ambitious; they’re always the first to volunteer for everything, no matter what it may be. Those people have a gift, but they are rare. The majority of us often hold back when it comes to being first. What is it that stops us? Maybe we’re insecure about our abilities. […]
3 Steps to Take Your Retreat from ‘Lame’ to ‘Wow’
On paper, retreats sound fairly simple to plan. They sound like powerful, effective events that have the potential to change lives with minimal effort. But if you want your retreat to be truly amazing, you can’t just follow all the steps and wait for a miracle to happen. You have to make an effort to […]
How to Get Youth Fired Up About Camp
When it comes to youth camp, there’s a lot to get fired up about. There’s always a variety of entertainment, amazing speakers who get you pumped about the gospel, and not to mention, great food. It’s always a time of revitalization, relationship building, and just plain fun. But youth who haven’t experienced it firsthand might […]
The Simplest Ways to Make the Best of Bad Camp Weather
There’s nothing more deflating than bad weather. You pack all your things, say your goodbyes, and head off to a brand new place, pumped for a great experience- and then it rains. Or snows. Anything less than sunshine seems to throw a wrench in all your hopes and dreams. But bad camp weather doesn’t have […]