Comments by Kirkwood's
Campers and Their Parents

First, here's a story from a summer staff member who attended Kirkwood as a camper:

"I was in the 4th grade and 10 years old when I first went to Kirkwood Camp. Raised in the church my entire life, I knew all the Bible stories and was in touch with our church. However, at Kirkwood, Jesus became a reality -- in the trees, in nature but especially in the counselors.

On Thursday evening of the last night at Kirkwood, our small group camped out under the stars in the lower meadow. This special night began with eachcamper being given a "witness bracelet" that contained three knots. Each knot had a special meaning:

1) I'm not of this world
2) I'm not ashamed to be a Christian
3) The third knot completed the Trinity.

Later that evening, the entire group walked over to the darkened pond. There, floating in the middle was a large wooden cross, lit with candles. Our counselor then asked if anyone had made a decision that week to accept Christ. I spoke up saying that I had. Then, hand in hand with the counselor, we walked to the end of the dock and together prayed and invited Jesus into my heart and life."

More comments from summer campers and parents:"On a scale of 1 to 10, 10 being the highest, I would rate Camp Kirkwood as a 10+.

"He told us some very heart warming Bible stories and he is reading the Bible all on his own more."

"As long as I can remember, Kirkwood Camp has been the backbone of my life, the building block of my youth and the highlight of my summer. It has shaped my outlook on life, formed me into a devoted Christian and helped mold me into the person I am today."

"Kirkwood has taught me how to accept God into my life and apply His Word to life. It has taught me to accept others, no matter who they are. I have been guided in how to forgive, teach and live for God's glory."

"At Kirkwood, you can sense God all around you. It gives you an immense feeling of freedom and peace."