The four Gospels tell us amazing stories of how Jesus lived. The miraculous stories of provision of healing and food. The deeply moving stories of caring for the hurting and the outcast. The ushering in of an entirely different view of how to live out and think about things. He patiently taught and trained those […]
by Pine Cove
We hope you had a great week! We are excited to see you back for pick-up. We know you will be looking forward to seeing your camper and hearing about their experience. Picking Up On Property Arrive between 9 am – 9:45 am Saturday and we’ll load up your luggage into your care before we […]
by Pine Cove
We NEVER STOP JUMPING on opening day! Today we’ll hear from Austin “Homestar” Langemeier about Silverado’s opening day traditions and learn how Noah “Beef” White received his well done camp name! To finish up our episode, Christin Sharpe will share her experience as a Pine Cove mom. Not subscribed yet? That’s a bummer. Fix that […]
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Last weekend each camp welcomed their summer leadership teams for a time of prayer, planning, and of course, play, in order to get ready for this summer! In Central Texas, the Austin Stone Worship led our teams in corporate prayer and worship at the Ridge. TJ “Philly” Connor, CTX Senior Director of Ministries and Crier […]
Every year, the Forge students take a trip to Israel in the spring. Having spent the past six months studying the geography, the people, the history, and the significance of Israel in the scriptures, it’s the pinnacle of our learning experience to travel to the Holy Land. And let me tell you, it did not […]
by Pine Cove
Drumroll please… our theme for this summer is ONE. This theme is based on Romans 15:5-6, which reads: “May the God of endurance and encouragement grant you to live in such harmony with one another, in accord with Christ Jesus, that together you may with one voice glorify the God and Father of our Lord […]
by Pine Cove
Ahh, Spring! As winter is saying its last goodbyes, the sun is hanging around a little longer, baseball spring training is in full swing (pun intended), flowers are starting to bloom, and spring-cleaning is on the brain! What better way to hit “refresh” than with some fun new spring-themed wallpapers for your phone? Isaiah 61 […]
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by Anna Birch
Camp is often the launching pad for deep, long-term friendships. Let’s face it: even though we all have good intentions of keeping up with our camp besties throughout the year, it’s easier said than done! But a group of Impact campers and counselors from Chimney Point have shown that it’s possible to follow through on […]
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In the small community of Mount Vernon, Texas, Keith Williams grew up with one stoplight and a tumultuous childhood. “My family life was wheels off,” Keith says. “My dad was on the wrong side of everything—guns, violence, drugs, the whole bit.” When he was in eighth grade, Keith’s dad got into a physical altercation with […]
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From praise and worship to some fun Disney tunes, and lots in between, we’re coming at you with some of our staff’s favorite music jams. “I’ve been loving Needtobreathe (as always), and also ‘Hypotheticals’ by Lake Street Dive is a BOP!” – Annelise “Smilin” Morrison “Recently I have been listening to new music from Stephen […]