February 2012
So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God. 1 Corinthians 10:31
This is our monthly update sent out through our E-Newsletter. Stay connected with all that happens around Spofford when you are not here!
The monthly update will include happenings around the Camp during the Retreat season; recaps, stories and updates about the Summer at Spofford; as well as updates on the Spofford Missions programs and much more!
Camp Spofford Features
"Glory to the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Spirit" Bill Smith - Week 1 2012
Check out our new monthly section, featuring a short devotional by a different Family Camp Speaker from our 2012 Summer line-up!
Each has particular interests as the Lord has directed his ministry, and this is an opportunity for him to share his heart with you. We hope you are blessed by what is written! This month we are featuring Bill Smith of the C.S. Lewis Institute, Atlanta, GA, and Family Camp Speaker for Week 1, June 30 - July 7. Click here for Bill's Devotional!
Past Devotionals
January Spofford Connection - Dave McDowell Devotional, Week 7 2012 Speaker
Dishing It Up with Doug
Have you always wondered just HOW Doug made that delicious meal? Here's your chance to check out a different featured recipe each month and wow you friends at home! Then you can tell them just where to find more great food... and fun... and fellowship! SEND THEM TO CAMP SPOFFORD! Click here for Almond Skillet Cake
Past Recipes
Three Gifts from God on Our Cancer Journey - Gary & Jenni Hoag
We were sad to hear that the Hoag family will not be able to join us for Week 2 of Family Camp this year. Gary was scheduled to be our speaker, but after Jenni's battle with cancer, they needed to shift their schedule... More about the the Hoag's journey is available here!.
Past Features...
- From Lake Spofford to Lake Michigan- The Syvertsen's Move - 01/08/12
- Family Missions Focus - 10/18/2011
Family Camp, Youth Camp and Staff --- Year-Round Fun
Meet New Youth Camp Director, Chris Studley and His Family!
Last month, we had the opportunity to interview Chris about his family and the huge role Christian Camping has played in his life. We are happy to introduce you to him here.
Click here to read more about Chris and family!
Staff Selection - How Someone Makes the Cut
Each year, over 80 people come together for a summer of service at Camp Spofford. Many teens have waited years for the opportunity to make it onto this team, and only a percentage of those who apply will get a coveted bed in either Lower Girls or Lower Boys (the names for our Youth Staff cabins).
Read the full artile about "How to Make the Cut" HERE!
Youth Camp Registration Has Started!
Youth Camp continues to fill! Enrollment is 20% higher than this time last year. Waiting lists have begun for Girls’ Waterski and Beach Weeks, as well as Boys’ Roughin’ It. Spaces are dwindling for certain other weeks, so do not delay!
Some folks have asked what alternative there is if space is fully booked during their favorite week of Overnight Youth Camp. We are always thrilled to suggest... Read More!
The Retreat Season, Not the Off-Season
A Marathon of Memory Making - Camp Spofford's Very Own Scrapbooking Retreat!
Scrapbooking retreats have become some of the most popular womens' getaways today. About five years ago, Camp Spofford decided to get in on the action, and it has become not only a smash hit but a great way to introduce new people to our ministry. At the price of only $169 for the weekend, we have been told that it's an unheard of value in the industry. And we have only a handful of spaces left for our March 23rd - 25th weekend!
Continue reading more about the scrapbooking retreat here!
Celebrating the Winter!
Aside from space for a few small groups, we are fully booked from now through Easter!...
Continue Reading More about our Retreat Season HERE!
Upcoming Events
- 50th Anniversary Celebration Weekend - June 1-3, 2012 - More Info is available HERE.
- Annual Golf Classic - May 21, 2012 - Minisceongo Golf Club, Pomona, New York. To benefit the Youth Camp Scholarship Fund! Click Here for more info.