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Compass Check Spring 2016

Compass Check: Spring 2016

Compass Check

We have another excellent issue—our pre-camp issue—for your reading pleasure. I hope you find all the articles practical and encouraging in your life as one of God’s young people. I plan on being at two of our teen camps this summer.

Compass Check 0901 Summer 2023 Cover Image

Compass Check: Summer 2023

Compass Check

It’s summer time. A favorite season for teens for two reasons: summer camp and no school. To be honest, I haven’t been a teen for decades and those are still two reasons I get excited for summer!

Philippine UYC 2011: "The Best Camp Ever!"

Philippine UYC 2011: "The Best Camp Ever!"

United News
Daniel Macaraeg
2011-07-13
"Be the Best You Can Be" (Luke 2:52)
DAVAO CITY, Philippines—32 campers, 39 staff and 13 “mini-campers” gathered at Eden Mountain Resort from May 3 to 11 for what most said was “the best camp ever.” This 13th United Youth Camp in the Philippines (the 10th to be held at...
United News September-October 2016 issue.

United News: September-October 2016

United News

Read camp updates and see photos from the various camps across the United States. We also welcomed the newest Ambassador Bible College class.

Australian Summer Camp Breaks Records

Australian Summer Camp Breaks Records

United News
Scott Jennings
2008-02-09
This year's summer camp in Australia will probably be best remembered as one that broke records!
This year's summer camp in Australia will probably be best remembered as one that broke records! We had: the highest number of campers, the coolest weather, the highest number of international visitors (from New Zealand, the United...
Threefold Cord

Threefold Cord

Compass Check
by Steve Nutzman
Have you ever been emotionally hurt and needed to talk to a good friend? Have you ever prayed to God to ask Him to intervene for you? Have you ever needed the advice of your dad or mom? Have you ever attended United Youth Camps (UYC) and...

Camp is Coming!

Compass Check
by Steve Nutzman
We have another excellent issue—our pre-camp issue—for your reading pleasure.
UNITED YOUTH CAMPS: "The Zone" Alive and Well at Summer Camp

UNITED YOUTH CAMPS: "The Zone" Alive and Well at Summer Camp

United News
Larry Greider
2006-08-01
Excursions into "the Zone" have been reported at several United Youth Camps (UYC) this summer.
Excursions into "the Zone" have been reported at several United Youth Camps (UYC) this summer. Hundreds of teens have entered the safety and encouragement of the Zone—a type of the world tomorrow, today. Paul Luecke...
Campers at Camp Woodmen play a game of speedaway.

2016 UYC Camp Report: Camp Woodmen

United News
2016-09-23
Alabama—June 26-July 3
Camp Woodmen ran from June 26-July 3 with 36 campers and 46 staff. The camp overlapped with others this year and led to a smaller number of campers at Woodmen. Since there were fewer campers, activity staff were able to participate in more...
A teenager participating in water sports

Personal From Ministerial and Member Services: July 7, 2022

United News
Mark Welch
2022-07-07
In this personal from MMS, Mark Welch provides an update on Camp Pinecrest.
Dear ministers and members, There has been a lot that has happened in the last few weeks since I last wrote a column here. We have had some very encouraging meetings with pastors and others. But there has been sadness and some obstacles...

Sabbath Webcast: Cincinnati PM - July 17, 2021

Sabbath Services
by Steve Myers, Duane Phelps
2021-07-17
United Church of God Sabbath services: Cincinnati East, Ohio PM congregation - July 17, 2021
The Universe: Cradle for Life, Compass Check Summer 2019 Issue Cover

Compass Check: Summer 2019

Compass Check

Dear Compass Checkers,

Summer is here in full swing and I hope you will be enjoying time at one of our fantastic United Youth Camps. Personally I look forward to being at our new camp—Woodland, Georgia.

Campers at Camp Pinecrest.

2018 Camp Report: Camp Pinecrest

United News
Gary Smith
2018-09-07
On June 30, 2018, Camp Pinecrest began with 66 staff and 122 campers.
Campers came from 25 states and two Canadian provinces. The staff came from 21 states and the province of Ontario, Canada. This year’s contingent of campers was the largest number of campers since 2010. The campers were allocated into...

Local Church Updates: 145 Preteens and Staff Enjoy Camp Tomahawk

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Shari Fooshe
2006-09-01
Camp Tomahawk, held July 23 to 27 in Eva, Tennessee, filled to maximum capacity this year with 66 smiling campers, 24 inspiring teen leaders and 55 enthusiastic staff members, representing 15 different states in all!
Camp Tomahawk, held July 23 to 27 in Eva, Tennessee, filled to maximum capacity this year with 66 smiling campers, 24 inspiring teen leaders and 55 enthusiastic staff members, representing 15 different states in all! The camp theme...
Three ladies on nursing staff at winter camp smile with masks on.

Winter Camp 2020 Held in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin

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Aaron Creech
2021-01-21
Winter camp 2020 was an absolute success! God showered us with blessings all week as we constantly saw prayers being answered.
Winter camp 2020 was an absolute success! God showered us with blessings all week as we constantly saw prayers being answered. The week started with mild outdoor temperatures and no snow, allowing everyone to arrive on site safely. Then...
Christian Living class at Camp Florida.

Personal From Ministerial and Member Services: June 10, 2021

United News
Mark Welch
2021-06-10
In this personal from MMS, Mark Welch recounts his trip this week to Florida to visit the Jacksonville and Orlando congregations and spend some time at the brand new preteen UYC program, Camp Florida.
Jacksonville and Orlando Church Visit and Debut of Preteen Camp Florida! Last Sabbath I visited the Jacksonville, and Orlando, Florida, congregations. It was wonderful to meet so many of our brethren from the Sunshine State and to be...
Campers and staff during campfire time at Northwest.

2019 Camp Report: Northwest Camp

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Rex Sexton
2019-10-01
In all, 117 campers, 77 staff members and four junior campers enjoyed learning God’s way through the daily lessons and activities.
Northwest Teen Camp opened this year with a warm welcome from the Camp Magruder administration. Angie Nebeker compared the mission statements of the host camp and UYC and noted the similar goals and purposes. She also noted how much the...
A photo of camp and staff posing.

Camp Report: Camp Woodman

United News
Shawn Cortelyou
2015-09-02
Alabama June 28–July 5
Our theme this year, “Be Like Our Heavenly Father,” was a wonderful reminder each day, encouraging campers and staff to develop their relationship with God the Father and Jesus Christ. The Friday evening Bible study and daily Christian...

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