A Day at Preteen Camp

At Camp Highlands Preteen Camp children will experience creative Bible studies, high-energy worship celebrations, small group discussions, guided quiet times, and age-appropriate outdoor activities all to ensure an unforgettable camp experience directed toward helping preteens grow in their relationship with Jesus Christ.

Bible study, Worship, and Church Family Groups make up the most important parts of a day at camp.  Children and adults gather together for a focused worship experience involving kids in music, scripture reading, creative drama, video, and a challenge from the camp speaker.  These are special times in which the Children’s Ministers can build relationships with their kids and also build strong spiritual foundations as they direct their preteens to dynamic relationships with Jesus.

Another exciting aspect of Camp Highlands Preteen Camp is recreation, which is designed to strengthen unity between children and adults within the church group.  Through participation in carefully selected, fun filled activities, campers will experience a series of successes and the exhilaration of accomplishment, developing a stronger sense of self-worth and an adventuresome attitude.

Outdoor activities include:

Waterfront activities include:

Worship Leaders

Session 1: June 29-July 2 - SESSION CLOSED

Speaker: Steve Pennington

Worship Leader: Brent Weber

Steve Pennington has for more than 25 years given his life’s work to creating and presenting family entertainment and programs that encourage, inspire, motivate and communicate the good news of the Gospel. He is a storyteller, whose children's television efforts have earned six regional Emmy awards. He is a puppeteer, who served as the master puppeteer for Walt Disney World’s "Legend of the Lion King," "The Voyage of the Little Mermaid," and "Beauty and The Beast on Broadway." Steve serves as the program director for children’s ministries at Saddleback Church in Mission Viejo, California where he lives with his wife Danielle and his daughter Amber. www.chambersministrygroup.com

Brent Weber is a high energy worship leader and entertainer. Known by the kids as their very own “Rock Star,” Brent uses this platform to present Christ in energetic and inspiring ways. Using music, illusions, and wacky stage games, Brent provides an experience that is totally relevant to both kids and families. He totally meets kids on their level. The next thing you know kids are praising, smiling, laughing, having fun and most of all learning about Jesus Christ. Brent Weber resides in Atlanta, GA and has been leading children in worship for twelve years. He became interested in saving young ones for Christ when he began to play for a Christian camp and believed that music and fun shouldn't stop there. It has become his passion to show kids that church is fun, and following Christ is cool!! www.brentweber.com

Session 2: August 3-6

Speaker: Steve Winger

Worship Leader: Brent Weber

Steve Winger has been juggling for Jesus since 1984 when he was asked to share the story of the Prodigal Son creatively with fellow college students. He told the story while using juggling to illustrate the words he spoke. Word of his talent quickly spread and he found himself being asked to share his juggling ministry for groups of all ages. Over the many years since that time, Steve’s ministry has developed into a world-class combination of juggling, comedy and Biblical teaching. You never know what you may see flying through the air—raw eggs, machetes, cannon balls, globes or giant Chinese yo-yos. No matter what is in the air you are sure to be captivated by this creative and powerful demonstration of the message of Christ. www.jugglerforjesus.com

Brent Weber is a high energy worship leader and entertainer. Known by the kids as their very own “Rock Star,” Brent uses this platform to present Christ in energetic and inspiring ways. Using music, illusions, and wacky stage games, Brent provides an experience that is totally relevant to both kids and families. He totally meets kids on their level. The next thing you know kids are praising, smiling, laughing, having fun and most of all learning about Jesus Christ. Brent Weber resides in Atlanta, GA and has been leading children in worship for twelve years. He became interested in saving young ones for Christ when he began to play for a Christian camp and believed that music and fun shouldn't stop there. It has become his passion to show kids that church is fun, and following Christ is cool!! www.brentweber.com

Session 3: August 9-12

Speaker: Keith Coast

Worship Leader: Brent Weber

Keith Coast travels nationally and internationally spreading the Gospel message in a unique and creative way that makes it easy to remember! Whether he’s making a balloon or getting inside of one, your group is sure to be amazed! Keith believes that Christians should have more fun than anyone else because of the joy we have in Christ. It’s always easier to share the love of the Lord with a smile on your face and this guy specializes in making smiles! By combining the art of illusion, escapes, ballooning and comedy along with the Gospel, Keith creates an experience you won’t forget! Keith's whole life has been spent making people laugh and he does it with a purpose in mind—sharing the love and joy found only in Christ. www.chambersministrygroup.com

Brent Weber is a high energy worship leader and entertainer. Known by the kids as their very own “Rock Star,” Brent uses this platform to present Christ in energetic and inspiring ways. Using music, illusions, and wacky stage games, Brent provides an experience that is totally relevant to both kids and families. He totally meets kids on their level. The next thing you know kids are praising, smiling, laughing, having fun and most of all learning about Jesus Christ. Brent Weber resides in Atlanta, GA and has been leading children in worship for twelve years. He became interested in saving young ones for Christ when he began to play for a Christian camp and believed that music and fun shouldn't stop there. It has become his passion to show kids that church is fun, and following Christ is cool!! www.brentweber.com

Adult Counselor Requirements

Much is required of the adult counselor, demanding a physically fit, emotionally and spiritually mature person who relates well with children.   He/she is expected to serve as a family group leader and assist with the camp activities.  The adult counselor is an encourager, disciplinarian, dorm supervisor, and discussion leader.

Churches must send one (1) adult counselor for every eight (8) campers.  For every 8 girls there must be a female counselor and for every 8 boys, a male counselor.  Counselors are to be at least 19 years of age, are required to be housed with their campers, and are expected to assist in the camp activities.