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Shepherding Includes Going With The Sheep
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]This summer, I had the great privilege to serve for two weeks as the Camp Shepherd at Bethany Birches. The first week when I was with the older teens, they kept asking me to go to basically every event they had. Which I was honestly surprised by. But, of course, I had to say yes!…
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Receiving Love and Passing It On
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Our kids have been involved with Bethany Birches Camp as campers for many years and recently counselors. They have had a great time at BBC, and they have also come home feeling like they had great experiences where they connected to their counselors and fellow campers. At BBC they gain a closer relationship with nature…
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Director’s Update and Announcements
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Greetings friends! This year’s newsletter includes voices from parents, volunteers and staff. Our goal in sharing from their experiences is to help you connect with what happens at camp. The Soil and Seed Project One of those voices is past staffer Greg “Elvis” Yoder who brought the Soil and the Seed Project to my attention.…
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Board Spotlight: Body of Christ and Recruitment
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]I first came to Bethany Birches Camp in the spring of 2015. Amber (Cheeks) Bergey who was running the program had recently found out she was expecting their first child that summer, so Brandon asked me to help by jumping in as Program Director. I ended up staying for an additional three summers and falling…
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Changes and Constants
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] As the seasons change here on the hill, I’ve been reflecting on the changes camp has undergone as well as the spirit that has remained constant. My faith was ignited and continues to be supported by Bethany Birches. The foundation was laid by compassionate counselors, engaging Bible stories, and prayer songs. As a teenager,…
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