As I reflect on this past year, I am overwhelmed with gratitude for the Lord’s steadfast love and constant provision. Our family has been richly blessed with milestones that point to His goodness. Lyn and I celebrated 40 years of marriage—a journey filled with God’s abundant grace and faithfulness. My parents marked an incredible 70 years together, a beautiful legacy of faith and commitment. And perhaps the sweetest of all, we welcomed a new granddaughter into our family, a joyful reminder of the gift of life and God’s unchanging love.
These moments bring to mind the powerful words from Lamentations 3:22-23:
“The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases; His mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is Thy faithfulness.”
This Christmas season, there is no greater reflection of God’s faithfulness than the birth of His Son, Jesus Christ. His arrival into our world is the ultimate gift of mercy, love, and hope—a gift that continues to renew us every day.
At Hume Christian Camps, we have witnessed the transforming power of His steadfast love in the lives of campers, staff, and ministry partners like you. It’s your prayers and generosity that allow this ministry to thrive, bringing the hope of Christ to so many. Thank you for walking alongside us in this work.
May His mercies be new for you and your loved ones this Christmas and in the year ahead.
Lyn and I want to wish you a very Merry Christmas,
Dr. John R. Boal, Executive Director Hume Christian Camps