by Jamie Jo Johnson | Aug 4, 2026 | Inspiration, Staff Spotlight
Legacy is something that I have been thinking a lot about this summer. With my dad retiring at the end of the month, the thought of legacy has been heavy on my heart. It seems to have weighed heavily on many hearts this summer as well. I have noticed Kamp...
by Jamie Jo Johnson | Jul 28, 2026 | Inspiration, Staff Spotlight
I have had such a great summer! As many of you know, I have had the wonderful “job” of leading the wave runner tours at K-Kauai. Of course, I had to put job in quotation marks because how on earth could riding wave runners on beautiful Lake Taneycomo ever be...
by Jamie Jo Johnson | Jul 14, 2026 | Inspiration, Staff Spotlight
In February, I had the opportunity to take several Kanakuk couples to Iceland for a long Valentine’s Weekend. The trip was EPIC, and I am so thankful for the new friendships that formed while we traveled and adventured together! I’m sure I’ll be writing about...
by Collin Sparks | Jul 7, 2026 | Inspiration, Staff Spotlight
After working with kids at Kanakuk for the past 30 years, I’ve had the unique opportunity to watch thousands of children grow in confidence —often in just a matter of days. What happens at Kanakuk is more than just fun and games. It’s formative. It’s impactful. And in...
by Chris Stange | Jun 30, 2026 | Inspiration, Staff Spotlight
There’s a verse that has followed me for as long as I can remember—Proverbs 3:5–6: “Trust in the Lord with all your heart; do not depend on your own understanding. Seek His will in all you do, and He will show you which path to take.” Looking back, that verse isn’t...
by Matt Hitchcock | Jun 23, 2026 | Inspiration, Staff Spotlight
When people think about ministry at a Kanakuk, they usually picture counselors leading devotionals, speakers on stage, or worship echoing through the K-Dome. Those roles are vital. But some of the most meaningful ministry moments happen far from the spotlight, often...
