by LaShell Stearns | Apr 7, 2026 | Inspiration, Staff Spotlight
In 1980, I was working at a little hamburger and ice cream cafe in Blue Eye, Missouri. I had just graduated high from school and I was thankful that I didn’t have to drive to Branson or further for employment—gasoline was $.87 a gallon! During that summer, our manager...
by Greg Snyder | Jan 20, 2026 | Inspiration, Staff Spotlight
I spent the early part of my life working with my hands, helping on local farms, building, and taking on whatever jobs came along. Later, as a general contractor, the pace accelerated, and the scoreboard became straightforward: deadlines met, projects completed,...
by Connor Wilkins | Jan 13, 2026 | Inspiration, Staff Spotlight
At Kamp, one of our core values is positivity—“finding the best in all people in every situation.” It’s more than keeping an upbeat attitude or trying to “look on the bright side.” For us, positivity is a deeply spiritual posture shaped by the...
by Jamie Jo Johnson | Jan 6, 2026 | Inspiration
Happy New Year! “New year, new you.” “New Year’s resolution.” “Page 1 of a 365 page book.” I would bet that we all have this feeling to some extent as we ring in 2026. We looked back on 2025 and mentally put it to bed as we anticipate 2026. As we look at...
by Jamie Jo Johnson | Dec 30, 2025 | Inspiration
What a great year 2025 has been at Kanakuk. Year 100 was epic, beginning with the Alumni Reunion and continuing throughout the summer. We had 2,320 overnight Kampers this summer who have alumni parents! I love that! I love that Kanakuk is a gift we are passing...
by Melissa Houston | Dec 16, 2025 | Inspiration, Staff Spotlight
One of my favorite things this time of year is the glow of a fire and a decorated Christmas tree. I am currently enjoying both as I write. I am hesitant to share…but, I have a confession to make and it is controversial. My tree has been up since...
