Igniting Passion

Can you believe that just last week we were digging up trenches across the road and into Mammoth Creek Park to thaw out our frozen water main? Winter camp almost didn't happen for us, but our passion to see The Station live on as well as remarkable donations gave us the hope needed to finish the job. Without a day to spare, we began to see running water just a couple of days before our first winter camp arrived. Someone must really like us!

Last winter, we were fortunate enough to have Heart of the Canyons set the tone for the season as they were our first winter camp. This season started off no differently as HOTC was again our first winter camp and brought an amazing spirit of energy to The Station! Although snow conditions were minimal, campers, leaders and staff still had an incredible time together whether they were playing volleyball (yes, it's warm enough to play volleyball on the lawn!), snowboarding at June Mountain, singing karaoke, taking pictures in our photobooth or competing in our version of the Amazing Race.

Along with all the craziness and fun that comes with winter ministry camp also came a new understanding of the word Incendium, which in Latin means to ignite with passion - in this case, a passion for God. Campers received an incredible message from Mammoth/Bishop local Michael Geringher accompanied by worship leader Patrick Paegel. Together they broke down what it really means to passionately live for God and how that passion can happen not just in church but throughout campers' everyday lives. Michael also gave the campers a fresh look into words of encouragement and how those words could have a powerful impact on campers' lives, especially as many of them transition from middle school to high school and beyond.

To properly send off the group and cap off an amazing week, The Station staff were asked to give each camper words of encouragement, which was probably the highlight of camp up to this point for many staffers. Many of the kids have never been encouraged this way before and were completely blown out of the water as they received a refreshing love from each staffer.

All in all, it was a fantastic week and great way to kick off the season. We're stoked to see what the rest of camp looks like this winter and how many more kids' lives become forever changed!

*Pictures of our photobooth coming soon! Stay tuned for an update