Podcasts about church camp

Send us a textSpecial Guest:Cara Meredith, Author of Church Camp: Bad Skits, Cry Night, and How White Evangelicalism Betrayed a GenerationQuestion of the Week:Church and faith camps have a reputation for being tools for conversion and committing to Christ in white evangelical culture, perpetuating problematic theology and beliefs. But faith-based camps also can be opportunities for kids to have their faith challenged or grow in real substantive ways. How can camps navigate this to avoid the former but keep the potential for the latter?Church Camp: Bad Skits, Cry Night, and How White Evangelicalism Betrayed a GenerationFor Listening Guides, click here!Got a question for us? Send them to faithpodcast@pcusa.org! A Matter of Faith website

In this final talk, Mark helps us see how God takes us into his mission to make all things new. God renews us, refreshes us and recommissions us. Mark concludes by giving us practical steps of how we can begin to walk into all that we heard over the weekend.

This talk focuses on the vision of Revelation 21:1-5 and how God wants us, with him in our midst, to be the city of God bringing life to all.

Tim takes us through the vision in Revelation 21:1-5 of God's making all things new and how God wants to renew us and to enable us to be a signpost of his future to others.

As we start our church camp, looking at all things new, Joe begins to explore what that means to us as individuals, our church and the communities we live in. God is Making All Things New so what can we do to tap into what God is doing?

Today, I'm joined by Cara Meredith, author of the new book Church Camp. We're digging into the ways camp shapes our faith, our friendships, and our sense of who belongs. We get real about the fun memories, but also the uncomfortable parts—who was included, who was left out, and what messages we picked up along the way. Cara and I talk about how camp can turn faith into a checklist—who's in, who's out, who fits and who doesn't. But we also imagine what camp could be if it became a place of real belonging, where every kid was seen and valued, no matter their story. If you've ever looked back on your camp experience with mixed feelings, or wondered how those weeks shaped your view of God and yourself, you'll find something here. This episode is about holding the good and the hard together, asking better questions, and dreaming about what's possible. So join us as we go to camp.A sought-after speaker, writer, and public theologian, Cara Meredith is the author of Church Camp and The Color of Life. Passionate about issues of justice, race, and privilege, Cara holds a master of theology from Fuller Seminary and is a postulant for Holy Orders in the Episcopal Church. With a background in education and nonprofit work, she wears more hats than she probably ought, but mostly just enjoys playing with words, a lot. Her writing has been featured in national media outlets such as The Oregonian, The New York Times, The Living Church, The Christian Century, and Baptist News Global, among others. She lives with her family in Oakland, California.Cara's Book:Church CampCara's Recommendation:Here I AmSubscribe to Our Substack: Shifting CultureConnect with Joshua: jjohnson@allnations.usGo to www.shiftingculturepodcast.com to interact and donate. Every donation helps to produce more podcasts for you to enjoy.Follow on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Threads, Bluesky or YouTubeConsider Giving to the podcast and to the ministry that my wife and I do around the world. Just click on the support the show link below Support the show

In this wide-ranging and unfiltered Friday segment, Tara and Lee riff on everything from Kid Rock's viral critique of liberal protestors to navigating teen dating in a divided America. Tara shares a candid story about convincing her 13-year-old son to attend church camp—to "scope the honeys"—as a strategy for finding like-minded, conservative girls. The conversation veers into pop culture, with jabs at Bruce Springsteen's overseas comments on Trump, and frustration over what they see as leftist dominance in entertainment and values. With colorful listener texts and off-the-cuff banter, the episode dives into generational divides, political dating pools, and the importance of raising kids with intention in a changing cultural landscape.

One of our greatest tools in understanding ourselves and the world is the concept of both/and. When we can hold two ideas or feelings in tension, we discover whole worlds of understanding and goodness.Author, speaker, and Episcopal-priest-in-training Cara Meredith has been fascinated with this concept for years. After dabbling in some essays about it, she landed on a both/and topic that really spoke to her soul: church camp.Today we celebrate her new book, Church Camp: Bad Skits, Cry Night, and How White Evangelicalism Betrayed a Generation, hot off the presses from Broadleaf. We talk about the good, the bad, the ugly, and how we might all be a little bit more faithful to the both/and in our lives.Plus: a little detour about penguins. Get full access to Keep Looking Up at courtneyellis.substack.com/subscribe

For some of us, Christian summer camp is where we felt most at home. But for campers at white Evangelical church camps in particular, camp was also often the place to inherit an image of God—and of each other—that was incomplete at best and toxic at worst. Author Cara Meredith joins Amy Julia Becker on the podcast to explore belonging, betrayal, and new beginnings as they talk about Cara's latest book, Church Camp: Bad Skits, Cry Night, and How White Evangelicalism Betrayed a Generation. They examine:Personal experiences of church camp, including joy, exclusion, and betrayalComplexities of faith and belongingEmotional manipulationReconstructing faithDeciding if church camp is right for your child_MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:Amy Julia's Live, In-Person Workshop on May 3: Reimagining Family Life with DisabilityFree resource: 5 Ways to Experience God's Love and Practice PeaceSurprised by Hope: Rethinking Heaven, the Resurrection, and the Mission of the Church by N.T. Wright_WATCH this conversation on YouTube by clicking here. READ the full transcript and access detailed show notes by clicking here or visiting amyjuliabecker.com/podcast._ABOUT:Cara Meredith is a speaker, public theologian, and development director who found home at a church camp in the Santa Cruz Mountains. After serving in various roles, she continued as a speaker for two decades at camps up and down the West Coast. With a master of theology (Fuller Seminary) and a background in education and nonprofit work, she is also the author of The Color of Life. Her writing has been featured in national media outlets such as The Oregonian, The New York Times, The Christian Century, and Christianity Today, among others. She lives with her family in Oakland, California. CONNECT with Cara on her website (carameredith.com) or on Facebook and Instagram. ___Let's stay in touch. Subscribe to my newsletter to receive weekly reflections that challenge assumptions about the good life, proclaim the inherent belovedness of every human being, and envision a world of belonging where everyone matters.We want to hear your thoughts. Send us a text!Connect with me: Instagram Facebook YouTube Website Thanks for listening!

Today, Cara Meredith and I talk about what church camp gets right (and wrong) about community.Cara Meredith is the author of Church Camp: Bad Skits, Cry Night, and How White Evangelicalism Betrayed a Generation (Broadleaf Books, 2025). She is also a sought-after speaker, public theologian, and development director who found home at a church camp in the Santa Cruz Mountains. After serving in various roles, she continued as a speaker for two decades at camps up and down the West Coast. With a master of theology (Fuller Seminary) and a background in education and nonprofit work, she is also the author of The Color of Life. Her writing has been featured in national media outlets such as The Oregonian, The New York Times, The Christian Century, and Christianity Today, among others. She lives with her family in Oakland, California.  Church Camp comes out April 29 and is available wherever you buy books. You can follow Cara on socials @carameredithwrites. Check out her Substack and her website, carameredith.com. Join the Found Family crew over on Substack and get your free Found Family Cheat Sheet! Support the show

This week, we're diving into the drama, the mess, and the moments that had everyone talking! We break down the Trump administration's cryptic war text group chat mishap (seriously, what was that?), pay tribute to the legendary George Foreman, and give our unfiltered thoughts on Lizzo's latest music drop—was it a bop or a flop? Then, we review Opus and Snow White before getting into the TV chaos of the week, from White Lotus hype to the fiery feud between Summer House and Southern Charm cast members. And of course, we end with a deep dive into the wildest, weirdest, and most addictive trends on our currently on our TikTok FYP. Spill your drink, clutch your pearls, and get ready for a ride—this episode is serving all the entertainment you need!

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Alayna and Mak unpack their trauma from going to Church Camp and what triggers it. Ashley recovers from bombing big time on stage. FOLLOW CHOSEN FAMILY TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chosenfamilypod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chosenfamilypod/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9WM_cdLWHtsCXLg3ygFiww FOLLOW ASHLEY GAVIN @ashgavs   TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ashgavscomedy Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ashgavs/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ashgavs Twitter: https://twitter.com/AshGavs FOLLOW ALAYNA JOY @MissFenderr   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MissFenderr Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/missfenderr/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/MissFenderr TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@missfenderr FOLLOW MAK INGEMI @Makingemi   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/makingemi TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@makingemi YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Makingemi JOIN OUR CHOSEN FAMILY PATREON https://www.patreon.com/chosenfamilypodcast This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/chosenfamily and get on your way to being your best self. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Gods Posts: Truth Lives in us All! by Russell Harper IIThis, to me, was like a Paul moment in Acts 9:3. Not that dramatic, but It felt like it. Two things drove me to this book, not just to write, but to get these words into your hands and those out there that think or feel they are not worthy, those that feel they have wronged GodJesus by doing something they cannot be forgiven for. He is still standing there beside you, He knows what the temptations of this world are, and he is still there with open arms. I wrote these words in this book while being prompted by the Holy Spirit when he said to me in a way I cannot describe except to say a convicting whisper, "You need to write this, and later after the other Story I wrote, I feel it is time you publish a book to reach even more people.I grew up in the country of Ohio and was raised in a Christian atmosphere and attended Church and went to Church Camp for 3 or 4 years. It was there that God made sense to me, that was where I got a young but meaningful Ah Ha moment. I could not get enough of the Bible and sermons.I joined the Navy before I graduated in 74 and enlisted a month after. When I did my 4 active I knew it was time to settle down with my childhood sweetheart but during a layoff I returned to the Naval Reserves and retired from steaming boilers after 24 years as well as from my current civilian job at Mansfield Plumbing Products at 22 yrs. We moved from Ohio to Arizona where my parents are and I worked with a Defense Company, Nammo Talley INC. for 20 and I am now happily retired as is my wife. I am a Prayer Warrior at Central Christian Church of Mesa, we have 3 grown Children of which two served in the Navy Wesslee, Desiree, and one Crystal who has been a wonderful foster family for children in Ohio.https://www.amazon.com/Gods-Posts-Truth-Lives-All/dp/1639457372/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&dib_tag=se&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.M5ZAPw82xcGIAZTIHVxRYVxt72i9LlWkwFHw11SoV7HGjHj071QN20LucGBJIEps.JcPNXRs7Urtir2STI4qKmMtkVsNH438j3jBH30b5yew&qid=1710425917&sr=1-2https://authorrussellharper.com/http://www.LettraPress.com    http://www.bluefunkbroadcasting.com/root/twia/53024lpr2.mp3 

Send us a Message!Welcome back to another episode of Clash Royale Radio! This week will be the last time we will hear from Caleb as he will under go Church Camp duties! But this week we talk about the meta and what cards are the best in the game. Twitter: https://twitter.com/Minireed_DylanDiscord: https://discord.gg/BmuR6zw3fWYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MinireedDonate: https://paypal.me/clashroyaleradioPatroen: http://patreon.com/user?u=86614718The Gaming BlenderCould you design a video game?Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the Show.

*This episode includes topics on child abuse, purity culture and child sexual abuse. Please use discretion when listening.* Shelly Snow Pordea was raised as an Independent Fundamental Baptist, and experienced CSA at a very young age, in fact too young for Shelly to process what had happened to her. It wasn't until a tent revival style sermon about Jezebels and Harlots at Church Camp that Shelly even made the connection to her abuse years earlier. When she brought this newfound information to the adults in charge of protecting her, they instead ostracized her and made her an example of what not to be, requiring supervision to even sit next to other girls her age. Though her deconstruction of leaving the IFB, Shelly shares a beautiful story of getting back to what's truly important. Show Notes Connect with Shelly! : Instagram | LinkedIn | Twitter | Website The Cheating Wife by Shelly Snow Pordea Independent Fundamental Baptists Let us Prey World's Largest Sunday School (Time Magazine) Mrs. America (Hulu) The Moral Majority Nicolae Ceaușescu Out of MLM The BITE Model LAMLM Book Club MLM Dupes How can you help? MLM Change Report Fraud Truth in Advertising Report to your state Attorney General's office! Not in the U.S.? No Problem! Support the Podcast! Website | Patreon | Buy Me a Taco | TikTok | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | Discord | Merch! Life After MLM is produced by Roberta Blevins. Audio editing is done by the lovely Kayla Craven, video editing by the indescribable RK Gold, and Michelle Carpenter is our Triple Emerald Princess of Robots. Life After MLM is owned by Roberta Blevins 2024. Music : Abstract World by Alexi Action *Some links may be affiliate links. When you purchase things from these links, I get a small commission that I use to buy us tacos. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ever imagined Drake at church camp? This episode takes you on a hilarious journey, imagining the softer side of the rap icon mixed with the unpredictable world of church camp. Our hosts dive deep into parody and satire, crafting funny stories that explore what happens when hip-hop meets holy water. It's stand-up comedy meets improv, with a dash of comedy news as we dissect the cultural phenomenon with our unique comedic twist. Ready for a laugh fest that's part confession, part celebrity roast? Join us at https://foqnfunny.com for this unmissable episode. And for those who want their comedy uninterrupted, tap below to subscribe to FOQN Funny+ today. Let's see if 'Church Camp Drake' has the chops to become your new favorite comedy special! Love what you're hearing on FOQN Funny? Go a step further and become a member of FOQN Funny+. Enjoy exclusive perks and never-ending laughter. Join now at: https://plus.acast.com/s/foqn-funny. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, Mere & Nikki are joined by drag performer KIKO SOIRÉE to discuss the endless delusion of forming a crush, trauma-bonding at Church Camp, and tween (suburban) street photography. Plus, cold brew-induced spiritual ascension, beans for some reason, peeping at other drivers, how to offer a drink to guests, and the smooth recovery from forgetting if you've already met someone.Share your own "Why did I do that?!" or request a personalized "Social Cue Card" by sending an email or voice memo to socialcuesthepod@gmail.com.You can follow the show on Instagram & TikTok. And, you're not gonna believe this, but you can follow Nikki on Instagram & TikTok and Mere on Instagram & TikTok, as well.Music by REMMI & artwork by Michael Wolf.Social Cues is a podcast for entertainment purposes only. Nothing discussed should be substituted for professional advice, formal diagnosis, or therapy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We continue our Marks Madness brackets with a bracket of rap songs from artists selected by Andrew. Dusty had an odd encounter at the gym and Andrew impossibly worked out mere feet away from WWE Intercontinental Champion Gunther. Like and Subscribe!

Episode One in the Disconnect from Tech Series Coach will be conducting a session on Non Digital Games in the the Classroom for the NJAMLE (New Jersey Association of Middle Level Educators) Conference in mid March 2024. The next few podcasts will be expansions of some of the ideas he will be sharing. In the first of this series, Coach shares how being a recreation/camp director of a small church camp shaped his views of how to develop community in the classroom in order to engage learners. How fun and games help break down differences of the diverse experiences of kids from various racial and socio-economic communities as well as to "pick the lock" of barriers kids build out of fear of rejection by others to form a cohesive camping experience for all the teens and allow them to engage with the messages being presented. And how these camp lessons can be adapted to the classroom setting. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ptcpodcast/message

Brian, Terry, and Dan tackle your toughest questions in this podcast.  Will our pets be in heaven with us?Is it a sin to question God?   How does Christianity compare to other religions?  Are “near death” experiences and glimpses of heaven real?  Join us as our guys answer all of these questions and more from a Biblical perspective.You'll hear about the lessons each of these men learned from their parents.  They reveal how their parents led by Godly example and give advice for keeping your children and grandchildren on the right path.Finally, you'll hear about some of the exciting plans that are in store for Fearless Faith Ministries and this podcast in 2024.  You don't want to miss a minute of this episode of Finish Strong!Support the showFearless Faith Websiteffaith.orgTo leave a review - Open Finish Strong on the Apple Podcast app and scroll down until you see "Ratings & Reviews". There will be a link to click so that you can "Write A Review"FacebookYouTubeInstagram

Hi everyone! Welcome back to another episode. Today we have something a little bit different for you and discuss our faith journey, times we've questioned religion and fallen off the path and our experience at church camp growing up. We hope this episode encourages you to start or grow deeper in your walk of faith. Happy listening! link to our church where you can find their podcast & youtube channel: https://www.wordoflifeag.org/ link to our church camp, Casowasco: https://casowasco.org/ Follow us on Instagram @girlslikeyoupod Follow & listen to Girls Like You on Spotify & Apple Podcasts Click the link below to show us some listener support --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/girlslikeyoupod/support

Do you want to tell others about Jesus but aren't sure how to do it?  Maybe you are worried that you don't know the Bible well enough or you don't understand theology.  The good news is you don't have to worry.  You simply have to be willing to share your story.Your personal testimony (or your story) is the most powerful tool you have for sharing your faith.  One of the most powerful testimonies in the Bible is found in John 9:25. Jesus healed a blind man and when the Pharisees interrogated him about what happened he simply responded, “One thing I know.  I was blind, now I see.”Terry, Brian and Dan discuss the power of your story in this installment of Finish Strong.  You'll learn how to tell others about Jesus in a simple but powerful way. The world needs Jesus now more than ever, so if you want to “finish strong” start sharing what He has done for you today!Support the showFearless Faith Websiteffaith.orgTo leave a review - Open Finish Strong on the Apple Podcast app and scroll down until you see "Ratings & Reviews". There will be a link to click so that you can "Write A Review"FacebookYouTubeInstagram

What are the 4Qs?  (1) Three favorite films. (2) An underrated film. (3) An overrated film. (4) A lesser-known film people should seek out. Andrew Bourne brought his short film "Church Camp" to the Sherman Oaks Film Festival in 2022 and took home two awards; Outstanding Short Film – Comedy and Outstanding Director – Comedy.  This touching, humorous and above all honest film resonated with everyone who saw it at the festival.  And you can watch "Church Camp" right now on the streaming service TVHi, available in the Amazon Fire TV, Roku, Android TV, Apple TV, Android Mobile and iPhone app stores. After this interview I got so see more of Andrew's work and you should definitely check it out.  In fact, I can't get the Wong he wrote for his comedy music video "Gettin' Horizontal" out of my head! Learn more about Andrew on Instagram @andrewbourne Discover Indie Film Links DIF Website  - DIF Instagram  - DIF Facebook  - DIF Twitter  TVHi Links TVHi Website  - TVHi Instagram  - TVHi Facebook  - TVHi Twitter 

Andrew Bourne brought his short film "Church Camp" to the Sherman Oaks FIlm Festival in 2022 and took home two awards; Outstanding Short Film – Comedy and Outstanding Director – Comedy.  This touching, humorous and above all honest film resonated with everyone who saw it at the festival.  And you can watch "Church Camp" right now on the streaming service TVHi, available in the Amazon Fire TV, Roku, Android TV, Apple TV, Android Mobile and iPhone app stores. After this interview I got so see more of Andrew's work and you should definitely check it out.  In fact, I can't get the Wong he wrote for his comedy music video "Gettin' Horizontal" out of my head! Learn more about Andrew on Instagram @andrewbourne Discover Indie Film Links DIF Website  - DIF Instagram  - DIF Facebook  - DIF Twitter  TVHi Links TVHi Website  - TVHi Instagram  - TVHi Facebook  - TVHi Twitter 

OK! Don't let the title fool you! Not all of us were French Kissing at Church Camp!

Tales from church camp. Snakes falling from the sky. Phil Mickelson's gambling habits. Alabama riverboat brawl. Call Your Grandparents Month. Support our sponsors: FitBod.me/ROSS for 25% OFF your subscription Manscaped.com (code "RBP" for 20% OFF + FREE shipping) MyBookie.ag (code "ROSS" to unlock deposit bonus) Exclusive ad-free episodes: Patreon.com/RossBolenPodcast Subscribe on YouTube: YouTube.com/@TheRossBolenPodcast Presented by Bolen Media: BolenMedia.com

Content Warning: brief mention of SA, religious trauma, purity culture, & a school shootingThis week we have the hilarious Jey (they/them) and Clint (he/him) of @howgaythouart to talk all things church camp. We cover everything from cry nights and emotional manipulation to Michael W Smith and Christian comedians. If you want to support Jey & Clint, and check out what they're doing over at How Gay Thou Art, you can follow them @howgaythouart. How Gay Thou Art is a comedy podcast about growing up queer, Christian, and hella confused! The podcast is available on all streaming platforms and you can find more info at howgaythouart.com . Products & Services we LOVE:- Skouts Honor: We are HUGE fans of Skouts Honor. Their probiotic products saved our pup from SO much itchiness. If you use code MINDFULMINDS at checkout, you can get 20% off of a purchase of $50 or more! Keep those pups happy & itch free. - Buzzsprout: I started my show with NO podcast experience and Buzzsprout made it so easy. If you are looking to start a podcast, or find a new host, try Buzzsprout! Listeners will receive a $20 credit by using our link and you'll be supporting the show. Support the showMindful Minds is a podcast centered on mindfulness and intentionality. Fina is passionate about growing in her own life journey whilst actively unlearning what no longer has a space in her life. In every episode, she invites her listeners to do the same.Please rate us 5 stars and leave us a review! You can find all things Mindful Minds here. You can also follow us on Instagram (@mindfulmindspod) or on Tik Tok where I do a lot of deconstruction content (@mindfulmindspod). Mindful Minds is owned and operated by Serafina. All content belongs to Serafina. Please feel free to contact us at mindfulmindspod@gmail.com for any and all questions, sponsorships, or guest requests!

Kayaking, friendship bracelet making, and oh yeah, threats of eternal damnation! What better way for a kid to spend the summer than at church camp? These pricy summer experiences for God-fearing kiddos might look all wholesome from the outside (a little *too* wholesome, in fact), but there have been enough allegedlys over the years to make Amanda and Isa think church camps might be serving up their 'smores with a side of cultiness. But are Christian summer camps a Live Your Life, a Watch Your Back, or a Get the Fuck Out-level cult? Actor, writer, and former church camper Joel Kim Booster joins this week's episode to help us figure it out! To support Sounds Like A Cult on Patreon, keep up with our live show dates, see Isa's live comedy, buy a copy of Amanda's book Cultish, or visit our website, click here! Thank you to our sponsors! Go to Zocdoc.com/CULT and download the Zocdoc app for FREE. Visit ritual.com/CULT to start Ritual or add Synbiotic+ to your subscription today. Download SmartNews for free today in the app store! Sounds Like A Cult listeners get 20% off your first Liquid Death apparel purchase available exclusively at LiquidDeath.com/CULT. 

One ghost story and two Bigfoot encounters.