Pray First Updates
One of the joys of camp ministry is watching young people grow–both in their faith and personal development. Camp is a place for trying new things, and–especially for our young volunteers–for stepping out and taking small (and sometimes big) risks in a safe space. These can be as simple as running the big dish machine in the kitchen, learning how to weed whack, running sound during sessions, or as big as leading Archery Tag or communicating announcements.
This year we’ve had the privilege of adding two interns to the camp team. Both started coming to Maranatha several years ago as young guests at Family Camp. Since then, they have come back year after year–faithfully serving in a variety of small, but vital, roles. And this year we asked them to consider making a bigger commitment and growing their responsibilities.
Meet Katy and Maddy!
Maddy is learning the ropes of programming, daily camp ministry, and event planning and operations. And a little secret…she’s planning a minute-to-win-it for family camp, plus developing and leading various summer activities, and so much more!
Katy has taken on a more behind-the-scenes role learning the ins and outs of bookkeeping and non-profit financial management as well as various other office tasks. While not a glamorous role, you can’t come to camp unless someone is faithfully managing a thousand little things in the background to keep every event running smoothly.
So, if you run into one of these young ladies at camp this year, take a moment to stop and say, “Thanks for your faithfulness in the many little things.” (Luke 16:10a)
Praises
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God’s provision of many volunteers this year, and now two new interns!
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The gifts we’ve received towards Pond View so far (see below).
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A fruitful Mother Daughter Retreat with many new faces!
Pray For
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For our interns to grow in their love for Jesus and practical skills this year.
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For diligence and rest for our staff team as we prep for summer events and guest groups.
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That God would bring the guests He wants us to serve this year.
POND VIEW MATCHING CAMPAIGN STATUS
Current Gifts: $4940
Current Matched: $3205
Total: $8145
Still Needed: $45060
Every dollar given until July 31 (up to $50,000!) will be matched by a ministry partner in increments of $2,500.
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