Author: Kevin Pierpont

I had the privilege of leading chapel last weekend for the teen retreat on Camp’s west side. It also snowed. A lot. Which means I needed to shovel and plow a lot of snow. It … When It SnowsRead more

We’re headed for our third winter retreat weekend of 2020. Most people don’t pray for snow, unless they’re hoping for a snow day from school. But this time of year the Barakel staff all pray … Pray For Snow and Prepare For GuestsRead more

This month the Barakel staff men are meeting each Thursday, first thing in the morning to pray. A couple of verses and a thought about them are shared, then we pray. It’s not a lot … Always Praying, Not Giving UpRead more

God made people. We thank God for people. Here at Barakel we exist for people. That is, we exist so we can make God known, showing Him in His glory, to people. We’ve been preparing … PeopleRead more

Last night we all joined together for a Camp Barakel staff Christmas party. It was a special evening with decorations, delicious food, games, carol singing, gift-giving, and best of all, the fellowship of friends. Friends … A Wonderful NameRead more

There’s a lot on my list to accomplish personally before the new year here at Camp Barakel. I’ve also been working on a list for the Facilities Care Team of projects that need to be … Is it finished?Read more

This week I had the privilege of sharing a challenge with the Barakel staff men as we met to review details for the coming winter retreat season. What I shared with the guys could be … Twelve MinutesRead more

I had the privilege again this week of teaching at our Wednesday staff fellowship. My assigned passage was in John 9 and my subject, the man born blind. One observation from the passage was especially … Two Miracles In One DayRead more

On most Wednesdays here at Camp Barakel our staff gathers for an hour of fellowship before the noon hour. Our time typically includes announcements, singing, prayer and time together in the Bible before lunch. This … “It is I”Read more

Reading in 2 Timothy‬ ‭2:1‬ recently I noticed an important phrase. Here’s the verse. “You then, my child, be strengthened by the grace that is in Christ Jesus,” ‭‭ Do you see it? Paul wrote … Strength Not Your OwnRead more

Last weekend was our final fall retreat of the year. It was a Men’s Retreat. It was also a big weekend. It was a weekend that would kick off a huge project taking place this … Fifteen MinutesRead more

Sometimes I can’t remember what I’ve done in a day here at Barakel. Partly bad memory. Partly doing a lot of different things in one day. Last Friday was a day like that. Fridays during … My Arms Are TiredRead more