The Christian Youth Camp Podcast

Counselor and podcast host, Meagan has learned from her camp friends the art of living loved. At camp she has practiced both hard and intentional conversations, witnessing the power of listening to others, asking good questions, and living in the moment.

At Camp Ch-Yo-Ca it has been our mission for the last 50 years to lead campers into a deeper relationship with the Lord and with each other.  We are excited for you to hear th...

High school camper, Nolan Jenkins loves his annual spiritual retreat to camp. He recognizes life is about relationships and strives to prioritize his relationship with Jesus, then embodying Truth as a student athlete. Nolan has also learned to find friendship within his family and embrace their differences.

At Camp Ch-Yo-Ca it has been our mission for the last 50 years to lead campers into a deeper relationship with the Lord and wi...

Growing up at camp, Lauren learned her identity as a beloved daughter on our grounds. Lauren speaks of the Lord’s love from such a place of personal depth that it brings tears to our eyes! She encourages vulnerability and creativity to know God better.

At Camp Ch-Yo-Ca it has been our mission for the last 50 years to lead campers into a deeper relationship with the Lord and with each other.  We are excited for you to hear the ...

Everyone’s camp mom, Carrie shares with us some of her own strongholds and how camp has led her to combat those in Christ. She is learning to see herself and others from the eyes of Jesus. God’s Word is her go-to and she is prayerful for it to direct her path.

At Camp Ch-Yo-Ca it has been our mission for the last 50 years to lead campers into a deeper relationship with the Lord and with each other.  We are excited for you to h...

This husband and wife duo makes the best food, but more importantly makes it with the most love. Mike and Sara love the Lord through serving His people and recognize every gift as beneficial to the Kingdom. Their experiences show that every personal lesson and experience is never wasted, always meant to benefit a neighbor.

At Camp Ch-Yo-Ca it has been our mission for the last 50 years to lead campers into a deeper relationship with...

Our Media Team lead, Rachel found authentic friendship in her first year at camp and working alongside these friends has shown her the physical body of Christ in action. She is in awe of the way our gifts complement one another and draw people back to Christ. Rachel is inspired that we would carry on that mindset after summer.

At Camp Ch-Yo-Ca it has been our mission for the last 50 years to lead campers into a deeper relationship ...

Former Camp Director, Willie shares some of his favorite camp memories. His stories point back to God’s faithfulness, the gift of community and answered prayers being immeasurably more than we could ask for or imagine.

At Camp Ch-Yo-Ca it has been our mission for the last 50 years to lead campers into a deeper relationship with the Lord and with each other.  We are excited for you to hear the wisdom from our staff and cam...

Staff Coordinator, Brittany is digging deep into God’s fatherly love. Sharing part of her testimony with us, she is learning to rejoice in the Lord even when it’s hard or it doesn’t make sense. Brittany reminds us all to walk as the children of light that we are called.

At Camp Ch-Yo-Ca it has been our mission for the last 50 years to lead campers into a deeper relationship with the Lord and with each other.  We are excit...

Second-generation campers and counselors, the Gilbert siblings remind us all that the body of believers is meant to be family. They’ve each learned different lessons from camp, then coming together to compliment one another in their growth. Tray, Daijah, Logan, Mollie, and Tramar all approach difficulties together, finding strength in their numbers.  At Camp Ch-Yo-Ca it has been our mission for the last 50 years to lead camper...

Caleb’s service as a counselor and on maintenance every summer inspires us all to serve more humbly. Caleb sees the Lord’s call for us to serve and is aware of that daily, leaving things better than he found it. He is kind-hearted and intentional, encouraging guys to balance vulnerability and fun.

At Camp Ch-Yo-Ca it has been our mission for the last 50 years to lead campers into a deeper relationship with the Lord and with each ot...

Camper from the start and camp legend, 2mama embodies the heart of camp. She encourages us to find freedom in trying new things and by being with one another. Meeting her husband here and raising her family on these grounds, her life is a testimony of faithfulness through generations.

At Camp Ch-Yo-Ca it has been our mission for the last 50 years to lead campers into a deeper relationship with the Lord and with each other. &nb...

Lifelong campers and counselors, Madeline and Matthew’s friendship as siblings touches all of our hearts! They believe comparison is the thief of joy and are learning to celebrate their differences. The Enlows intentionally love one another and find strength in facing battles together.

At Camp Ch-Yo-Ca it has been our mission for the last 50 years to lead campers into a deeper relationship with the Lord and with each other. &n...

Our worship leader, Reeves positions us to grow closer to Christ every night at camp. Reeves deeply desires obedience to God’s calling. Seeing God delight in the details, he sees the Lord’s intimate care for us and invitation to that intimacy year-round.

At Camp Ch-Yo-Ca it has been our mission for the last 50 years to lead campers into a deeper relationship with the Lord and with each other.  We are excited for you to he...

Former camper, Sadie loves camp because of its simplicity, testifying that fruitfulness is more evident when stripped back of everything. She trusts God confidently in ministry, knowing that the Gospel alone is enough. Through Sadie’s life, she’s grown to see fear as an invitation to press forward and step into what God is doing.

At camp Ch-Yo-Ca it has been our mission for the last 50 years to lead campers into a deeper relationsh...

Day Camp Coordinator Kendall reminds us all of Jesus’ invitation to childlike faith, trust and joy! In leading the littles, she learns to ask more questions, give more grace and rejoice in the little things.

At camp Ch-Yo-Ca it has been our mission for the last 50 years to lead campers into a deeper relationship with the Lord and with each other.  We are excited for you to hear the wisdom from our staff and campers this season...

Our favorite newlyweds and camp couple, Grace and Bryant reminds us all to seek the Lord above all else, even a camp crush! They encourage fellow campers and counselors to utilize summers for just Jesus and to remain where their feet are. 

At camp Ch-Yo-Ca it has been our mission for the last 50 years to lead campers into a deeper relationship with the Lord and with each other.  We are excited for you to hear the wisdom f...

Former camper, Korie was inspired to exit her comfort zone at camp and now inspires her kids to do the same.  She finds great joy when she is able to lie on the other side of fear.  Korie has also been learning about the gift of listening to others, small image of how known we are by Christ. 

At camp Ch-Yo-Ca it has been our mission for the last 50 years to lead campers into a deeper relationship with the Lord and wi...

Videographer, archery instructor and dad, Jordan shares what he has learned from watching our counselors love his kids. He also believes media can glorify God and wants everyone to use their talents to get another to heaven.

At Camp Ch-Yo-Ca it has been our mission for the last 50 years to lead campers into a deeper relationship with the Lord and with each other.  We are excited for you to hear the wisdom from our staff and ca...