I had the privilege of sharing how God is at work here at Kenbrook Bible Camp recently with one of our Atlantic Conference BiC churches and it was amazing as I prepared for the time of sharing to stop and truly reflect on all that God is and has been doing at camp.  

As many of you know, less than two years ago there was serious consideration of whether Kenbrook could or would continue to operate. Thankfully, the decision was to keep camp open. God provided and continues to provide through the support of many faithful prayer warriors and financial donors. While the last two years have been tenuous at times, God has provided every step of the way.  

And, to be honest, many times I worried about finances and the structural/capital/maintenance needs at camp. And, each time, God kept asking me..."Do you trust me?" My answer, honestly was, "Yes, but...." (can you relate?) Thankfully, God is patient and kind! And, He is so, so good! He has continued to meet every need with just enough and just in time. From providing the resources to ensure our pool was operational for this summer (and even an unexpected financial provision that covered unexpected additional repairs...well, unexpected for me....but not to God!) to providing the staff needed to serve our campers and growing number of retreat guests, we continue to see God move and provide.

As we come to the end of 2022, I want to personally thank you for your support and prayers and ask you to consider how you could continue to bless the work of Kenbrook Bible Camp. There are several ways you can partner with us:

• Give an end of year financial donation to support the ministry (approximately 25% of our budget comes from donations....$250,000)
• Become a monthly Campfire Circle donor
• Share the word about Kenbrook! Summer camp registration will open in early January and retreat groups can book at any time
• We will be hiring several year-round staff and all of our 2023 Summer Staff! If you know of anyone who has a love for the Lord and wants to serve him in a camp setting, please have them apply at  Employment Opportunities

As I close, I want to share a few quotes from campers and parents from this past summer. One camper stated, "My counselor talked to me about how the Lord loves me and will never leave me." Another camper noted, "I had so much fun learning about Jesus and God and I made lots of friends."

Thank you for your part in helping make those memories and Kingdom impacts through Kenbrook Bible Camp. I hope you find this TrailTalk full of helpful information and inspiring content!  I thank you for your continued support and interest in Kenbrook. Please know you are always welcome at camp. I would love an opportunity to meet you, give you a tour (especially if you've never been here before or it has been awhile) and hear your story and connection to Kenbrook. Please feel free to contact me at jmcfarland@kenbrook.org

Blessings,

Joe McFarland

While winter hasn't even arrived, we are busy preparing for an awesome Summer Camp 2023! This year's theme will be "Marvelous Light." Stay tuned for more about the Scripture verse and the logo!

Registration will open in early January, so be watching! We are happy to announce that rates for this year are unchanged from 2022 thanks to our generous donors!

Want to be a part of summer staff or know someone who would be a great candidate for summer staff? Applications are now being accepted. To apply or share the link, go to:   Summer Staff Application

Are you a parent, grandparent, aunt/uncle or friend looking for a gift idea for Christmas that can have eternal impact? Consider gifting a week of summer camp to that special camper in your life! This year we have "Gift of Camp" certificates available. Each certificate purchased will have a unique code which will then be entered when registering the child who was gifted the week of camp and will cover his/her camp registration. Each certificate cost is $285 (day camp) and $495 (resident) *Explorer Week (July 2-5) cost is: $170 (day camp$330 (resident camp). For more information or to purchase a certificate, call (717) 865-4547 or email Joe McFarland

This year's golf outing was truly spectacular! From a perfect weather day to having the support of many, many sponsors and eighteen golf 4-somes, we were able to raise just over $28,000 for our Camper Scholarship Fund!  At Kenbrook, we never want finances to stand in the way of a young person being able to experience and know God at camp and these funds help to ensure that everyone who wants to come to camp will be able to do so! On behalf of the entire Kenbrook staff, board and campers, THANK YOU!!

Plan now to support and attend next year's event (the 45th Annual!!).  

When: Thursday, September 28, 2023

Where: Pine Meadow Golf Course, 319 Pine Meadow Road, Lebanon, PA

DADCAMP PA!

Our first DADCAMP PA took place on October 7-9 with seventeen dad/child pairs! Each Dad received a copy of the book "Father God" and learned how to speak to his child's heart and show love, truth and life in meaningful ways to his son/daughter.  

From rousing campfires, "gorilla wars", fun games, zip lining and one-on-one times as father/child, everyone had an incredible weekend!  

A highlight was the closing activity on Sunday where each dad got to pray a blessing over his child and share his heart's desire for the child in the four areas of need in a child's life. I'm pretty sure there wasn't a dry eye to be found! 

Plan now to attend DADCAMP 2023! 



September 1-3, 2023

You won't want to miss it!



FALL VOLUNTEER WORK DAY...THANK YOU!!

On Saturday, October 15, seventeen people gave of their time to help prepare camp for winter.  Much got accomplished and we are so thankful to all who volunteered and volunteer their time in many ways!   



Will you consider helping with our Spring Work Day?  Mark your calendar for Saturday, May 6

FAMILY CAMP SURVEY...We want your input please!

Kenbrook Bible Camp is committed to providing meaningful opportunities for individuals and families to have fun, relax and draw closer to each other and God.  One way we do that is to offer our annual Family Camp weekend.  In order to make the experience the best possible for families, we are asking you to take a few minutes and complete a short survey.  Thank you so much!

SAVE THE DATE for FAMILY CAMP 2023:  September 1-4, 2023 (Labor Day Weekend)



FALL FAMILY FUN DAY AND HOOPOMANI 5K WALK/RUN

On Saturday, October 22, Kenbrook welcomed over 450 guests to camp for a great day of family fun, food and fellowship at our annual Fall Family Fun Day and Hoopomani 5K. The day started at 9AM with the running of the Hoopomani Memorial Run/Walk in honor and memory of long time Kenbrook supporter and Board Member, Dave Dietz. We had the privilege of having his family with us and hearing more from his wife about Dave's love of Kenbrook and running (Dave started the Hoopomani!)



Then, from 10am-3pm, families enjoyed a gorgeous fall day and activities such as the climbing wall, pumpkin painting, canoeing, making smores, bounce houses and so much more!  

NEED A TIME OF RELAXATION AND REFRESHMENT?

Would you consider becoming a Campfire Circle Member as a regular financial donor?

Donors are a significant part of Kenbrook's ministry. In fact, approximately 25% of our annual budget (approximately $250,000) is dependent upon the faithful giving of our donors. We are so thankful for all who give of their finances to support the mission and vision of Kenbrook Bible Camp!

Have you heard about our Campfire Circle? Campfire Circle friends are our monthly financial supporters of Kenbrook Bible Camp. Through your monthly donation, you ensure a consistent source of funding that helps maintain and sustain the ministries of Kenbrook for generations to come! Will you consider supporting Kenbrook in this way as we strive to create an environment where campers and guests can grow in relationship with God, self, others and nature? For more information or to sign-up to be a Campfire Circle donor, click here.

Kenbrook's mission is to be like Christ in all relationships in order to facilitate a closer connection to God, self, others and nature. The staff (both year-round and seasonal) are integral to helping fulfill that mission. We encourage you to pray for the staff and hope that by introducing you to us through this spotlight, that even if you don't get to camp often, you know who we are and can be praying for us as we serve our campers, guests and all who come to Kenbrook. 

This issue's staff spotlight is on Elaine Padovani

Elaine has been part of the Kenbrook family since May of 2000. Elaine and her husband Sam relocated to Lebanon from Erie, PA in 1984, and in June of

2022, celebrated their 50^th wedding anniversary. They have 2 sons, the oldest, Jeff, lives in Denver, Colorado and the youngest, Chris and his family, live in Jonestown PA. 

Elaine states: "It's hard to believe that when I first started, I worked in the evening because we only had 3 computers and they were all used during the day. We certainly have come a long way.

The first event I attended at Kenbrook was the dedication of the Fairland Lodge and Multi-Purpose Building, and we have been growing ever since.

I love the surroundings here, the sound of nature and how close one feels to GOD just being here. HE is always watching and listening."

We are so thankful to have Elaine as part of the Kenbrook family and so grateful for who she is and all she does for camp!