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“Generous Peace” – A Poem by Linda Christenson
Day blends seamlessly into night here. There is no stark contrast or surprise of darkness as the sun makes its way toward horizon’s edge — no remarkable sign that evening has come and daytime activity must cease. And so, though maybe a little bit quieter now, activity continues as the full, regular sound of water […]
Why We Give: Mitch and Jess Knoll
Throughout November and December, we’re highlighting the stories of several supporters of Camp Arcadia’s ministry, why they give, and how. Mitch and Jess Knoll A couple who needs no introduction… but we’ll introduce them anyway! Jess has been serving on Camp Arcadia’s management team since 2016 – first as Program Director and now as Assistant […]
Hosanna, Hallelujah! Jesus, Coming Light, Draw Near: A Christmas Devotion by Shelly Schwalm
Hosanna, Hallelujah! Jesus, Coming Light, draw near. Early winter mornings are brutal, aren’t they? When I’m out of bed earlier than I’d like on a dark, 4-degree Minnesota morning, the dawn seems to drag its feet worse than I do and weighs differently. The people of the Bible were very acquainted with darkness. Darkness concealed […]
Introducing Camp Arcadia’s New Chef: Kyle Toms
We are excited to announce Camp Arcadia’s new Chef is Kyle Toms. Chef Kyle brings with him 10 years experience as a district chef for the Benzie school system as well as 10 years experience on the culinary team at the Crystal Downs Country Club just north of Frankfort. With a degree from the Great […]
Why We Give: Mark & Alison Franke
Throughout November and December, we’re highlighting the stories of several supporters of Camp Arcadia’s ministry, why they give, and how. Mark and Alison Franke Mark and Alison Franke spend a week at Camp each summer as Family Week Campers and are excited to have recently become Camp Arcadia Legacy Builders. In addition, Ali serves on […]
Let the Redeemed of the Lord Say So – Thanksgiving 2022
“Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good, for his steadfast love endures forever!” You’ll probably hear this first verse of Psalm 107 several times over the next week as we celebrate Thanksgiving… but do you know the verses that follow it? “Let the redeemed of the LORD say so, whom he has redeemed […]
Why We Give: Aislin Woell
Throughout November and December, we’re highlighting the stories of several supporters of Camp Arcadia’s ministry, why they give, and how. Aislin Woell At Camp Arcadia, “giving” doesn’t only refer to financial support. Aislin Woell gives back to Camp in so many ways: whether it’s through service as a Teen Retreat Counselor or End of Season […]
2022 LCA Annual Meeting Recap
LCA Annual Meeting Summary – 2022 On November 5, 2022 the Lutheran Camp Association (LCA) held its annual membership meeting. The LCA is the legal name of the organization that owns and operates Camp Arcadia’s ministry. There are 1,740 LCA members and 292 were represented either by proxy or in person at the meeting. Watch […]
