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Renew: Staff Conference 2025

by Pine Cove

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At each region, our summer staffers gathered to kick the year off together. Hear from our program teams on how it went and take a look at some highlights of the first annual Pine Cove staff conference!  “It was so encouraging for staff to be together as the new year started! Just the concept of […]

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Oh What Fun! 7 Indoor Winter Activities

by Pine Cove

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Welcome to your family’s guide to winter fun at home! Inspired by the serious fun of camp, we’re here to bring laughter, creativity, and meaningful moments to even the chilliest of days. Think dance parties in the living room, skit nights with unexpected plot twists, and purpose-filled projects that make everyone feel connected. These ideas […]

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Staff Favorites: Silly Christmas Gifts

by Pine Cove

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The holidays are full of surprises, and so are the boxes wrapped under the tree! This month, our staff is sharing their most hilariously silly Christmas gifts. Whether it’s a gerbil in a wheel or a VHS tape with a twist, these stories are sure to bring a little holiday cheer (and maybe a few […]

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Advent: Christmas Liturgy

by Marshall Wallace

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Advent is an opportunity to pause and reflect on the birth of Jesus. Jesus’ first advent, on the night of His birth, the Light entered darkness. Through this theme of ever-increasing light penetrating the darkness, we see a picture of the Gospel. Regardless of the tradition, Advent is a significant time in the life of […]

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A Camper’s Leap of Faith

by Pine Cove

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Editor’s Note: The following story was shared by Sami Grace “Scoob” Donnelly, a summer staffer at the Pine Cove Woods.  I was a Crew counselor for Week 5 in 2022, so I was super excited when I found out my assignment for Week 5 of 2023 was Crew again. My old cabin and my new […]

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Staff Profile: Micah “Whip-Flash” Howard

by Karissa Pitaniello

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What do you get when you combine marathon training, wisdom-packed quotes from Teddy Roosevelt, and a camp name like “Whip-Flash”? You get Micah: a leader with an unmatched blend of energy, humor, and faith. Follow along as Micah takes us through his favorite Athens hangouts, his dad’s timeless advice on failure, and how God is […]

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Advent: The Greatest Gift

by Craig Langemeier

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It’s the most wonderful time of the year!  I know that Christmas can be both exciting and stressful. It is filled with beautiful and bright decorations. And for young children, there is such sweet innocent anticipation for presents (and no school)!  However, for some of us it may be filled with thoughts of missed loved […]

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A Glimpse Into the Forge 2024

by Pine Cove

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Our first semester here at the Forge is wrapping up, and it’s hard to believe that these four months have flown by so quickly! From monthly trips, to biblically rich classes, to the deep community we live in, the Forge has already made lasting impacts on the lives of my classmates and I.  When I […]

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2024 Christmas Camp Names

by Pine Cove

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These staffers are sure to be extra excited for this season! Laugh along to this year’s edition of Christmas camp names, brought to you by our hilarious and clever summer staffers!  Songs and Sayings! Jingle Belly Flop Walkin in a Winter Slumberland Bulk Seasons Greetings Away in a Manager BunBun The Rednose Reindeer Have Yourself […]

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Advent: Waves of Grace

by Erin Harris

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In the beginning, all was right in the garden, and God walked with man.   But then sin fractured that fellowship and fear entered in.  “Adam, where are you?” “I was afraid.” Ever since, the ocean of God’s grace has been crashing against the shore of humanity. Wave after wave of His word, washing over a […]

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