A Home Away From Home
Cheryl cites that some of her family’s favorite parts about Fortune Lake were things that ring true for so many people: the truly stunning beauty of the landscape, the ability to connect with each other while also stepping away to explore the site, and the feeling of being at home away from home.
A Legacy of Faith at Fortune Lake and Beyond
The late Rev. Bob and Deloris Langseth invite you share in this awesome ministry of the Holy Spirit – coaxing us to believe in Jesus Christ and share God’s love with each generation.
A Case for Camp Pastors
Pr. Jack believes that most of the young adults who are in our churches have stuck around due to their experiences in the non-judgemental, supportive communities of outdoor ministry.
Just Jump!
Alexa found herself reprioritizing her use of time through her experiences as an international staff member at Fortune Lake in 2023. She states, “We can find God in different moments of our day. If you have 10 minutes, jump.”
Camp Service — It Runs in the Family
Through her experience in the Leaders-in-Training (LIT) program, Natalie Wagner found a patience, adaptability, and enthusiasm she didn’t know she had.
Thanks to early exposure encouraged by her parents and congregations, Jacqueline’s connection to camp runs deep. Now she seeks to provide similar experiences for her own family.
Mark Ehle was one of the youth performer in “One Wonderful Day.” He states, “Just like the girl in the musical, I was afraid at camp when I was younger, but in the end we both overcame our fears and wanted to go back the next summer.”
As the Forest Park students were loading onto the bus, one who often hung on the fringes lamented about camp ending. He stated, “I wish we could come to school here every week and just go home on the weekends.” The fresh air and outdoor fun, the connections with others, and the camp community had made an impact.
As the rain drew back, the sky opened up to reveal a double rainbow. The group made their way out of the pavilion to bask in the sun and the majesty of the twin rainbow. A mother deer and her twin fawns meandered their way into the clearing right in front of them, under the beauty of the now blue sky.
By leaning into the opportunities that interested her, Christine has made Fortune Lake a regular part of her faith and family life. Her experiences here inform the way she not only navigates the world, but shares her love of God with others.
