Category: Behind the Scenes of Camp
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Retail With Purpose
By: Ty Flora, Hume Christian Camps Concessions and Retail Manager Hume is a special place where God is at work, and the gospel transforms campers’ lives. While we are rightfully focused on and driven by our mission, Hume campers have many unique and exciting opportunities during their week of camp. Our Retail and Concession areas…
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Ministry to Summer Staff
By: Hume Lake Summer Staff RD’s (Garrett, Joey, Ana, Morgan, and Becca) For the second year in a row, we the Resident Directors (RD’s) have had the opportunity to share about the young adult ministry that happens here at the lake throughout the summer. While the fruits of the summer youth ministry may be more…
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Touchdowns and Triumphs: Recapping Hume Football Camp
By: Russell Halterman, School Ministries Director More than just a training ground for gridiron ability, Hume Lake Football Camp serves as a haven for public high school football players, offering them not only the chance to work on their skills but also to come together as a team and hear the Gospel message. For many…
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Thank You, Men on a Mission!
By: Tim Kapadia, Chief Development Officer For 25 years and counting, the Men On a Mission team from Emmanuel Faith Community Church in Escondido, CA, has hosted a family work week at Hume Lake, under the leadership of Mark and Kathy Pearsey. They have completed hundreds of needed jobs and tasks, from skilled labor projects…
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From Catalog to Cargo: The Power of Your Generosity
By: Richelle Latona This week marked a truly extraordinary moment! Picture this: Two mighty semi-trucks, brimming with 600 gleaming, brand-new camp mattresses, made their triumphant arrival at Hume Lake. And guess what? This incredible delivery is all thanks to YOU — yes, YOU! Remember our very first Hume Christmas Catalog from the holiday season? A…
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Spring Update: Hume New England
By: Tim Desilets, Hume New England Site Director Greetings from Hume New England! It’s Spring here in Monterey, Massachusetts which means our red Adirondack chairs are spread out around the property, flowers are starting to pop up, and the grass will soon need to be mowed! We have plenty to celebrate this spring, so we…
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Summer Camp Theme ’24
By: Jeff Brannan, Youth Ministries Director With summer right around the corner, the anticipation and excitement for summer camp continues to grow. Here at Hume, we love that students get to experience all the fun, energy, and excitement of camp throughout the year, in a variety of different camps, retreats, and seasons. We also love…
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A 10 Year Old Who Wanted to Serve
By: Meagan Duffy, Registration Manager “I love Hume!” How many times have you heard or even said this? I do love Hume. The life-changing impact the Lord has allowed this ministry in my life, and countless others, is astounding! While I was a camper, I wanted to be one of those cool girls in the…
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A Behind the Scenes Look at Preparing for Winter Camp 2024
By: Jeff Brannan The Fall at Hume Lake is an exciting and unique time of year. As soon as our Summer camp season comes to a close in mid-August, our Fall season begins. This Fall, in addition to running our Spiritual Emphasis and Outdoor Education programs (which are our Christian School youth camps), our Adult…
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Up at Hume Podcast
Need a bit of Hume in your week? Listen in to Hume’s podcast with Executive Director, John Boal, and it will feel like you are sitting at the Snack Shop chatting with friends! A few episodes you will want to catch up on: Episode 15- Philosopy of God: A special message from a Hume favorite,…