Youth & Children's Ministry
The youth in the Diocese of Central Florida are not the future of the church; they are the church of today. We hope to provide the diocese with the vision and encouragement that is needed for the task of equipping students to have a long-lasting faith and kingdom focus.
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🌟 Honoring Nurse Brenda 🌟
As we get closer to camp, we want to take a moment to celebrate the amazing people who make camp so special. Today, we honor Nurse Brenda!
She has been a part of camp since the summer of 2000, and if you’ve ever met her, you know just how much love she pours into this place. Not only does she care for our kiddos, but she also takes the time to write personalized cards for every counselor—a true testament to her kindness and Christ-filled heart.
One of the many steps we take to ensure your child’s safety and well-being at camp is having a certified nurse on-site 24/7 while camp is in session. Our Nurses stay overnight on campus for the entire duration of camp session, so your campers are always in caring, capable hands.
Brenda, thank you for all that you do! We are so blessed to have you as part of our team. You keep our littles safe, and we can’t wait to see you this summer! 💙⛺✨
Drop a comment below to show Nurse Brenda some love! 💕
#CampFamily #ThankYouNurseBrenda #SafeAndSound #SummerCamp2024 #CampWingmann #cfdioceseyouth
🌟 Meet Bennett Menendez-Clark! 🌟
Hey, Camp Wingmann family! Many of you know Bennett as a dedicated camper and counselor since 2018. He has deep roots in the Central Florida Diocese, having grown up in St. Albans, Auburndale, where his mother served as the youth group director. Fun fact—he even met his wife, Jolie, right here at Camp Wingmann!
Now, Bennett is embarking on an exciting new journey as an intern with Reformed University Fellowship (RUF) at USF! He’ll be doing full-time mission work, sharing the Gospel with college students and building a strong faith community on campus.
Here’s how you can support Bennett:
🙏 Pray for him as he steps into this role, that God would use him to touch lives at USF.
💙 Give if you’re able—your financial support will help him continue this important mission.
📲 Donate here: https://linktr.ee/bennettruf
Let’s rally around one of our own and lift him up in prayer as he spreads the love of Christ!
📢 Comment below with words of encouragement for Bennett or reach out to see how you can help!
#CampWingmann #FaithInAction #SupportBennett #CampusMinistry #RUF #USFMinistry #usfministry #cfdioceseyouth
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#soulinthecity2024
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When My Soul Almost Left My Body Today… 😂🐸
There’s never a dull moment in young adult ministry! As I was making my rounds checking on the cabins, my heart nearly stopped when my eyes landed on what I thought was a real frog. For a split second, I was ready to meet Jesus!
As terrifying as it was in the moment, it actually put a smile on my face—reminding me of all the little feet that will soon be running through camp, praising Jesus, growing in Christ, and filling this place with laughter. I have no idea who left this little guy behind, but I’m tempted to lift some fingerprints and solve this mystery (some may say that’s too much, but I need answers! 😂).
Whoever you are, you definitely got me! Hope this gives you all a good laugh too. Keep praying for these Littles and for us in ministry🌻
#CampLife #JesusAndJumpScares #NeverADullMoment #PrayForUs #cfdioceseyouth
We just finished a amazing study with the youth on the prayers of Advent. And you can find the notes on the blog at...
stedwardsepiscopal.com/youth
It`s amazing how rich and robust the conversation can be when you slow down and explore these beautiful prayers and soak in each word.
Many of the youth felt like this study helped then REALLY understand the reason for the season... of Advent... and seeing how Advent is very different than Christmas itself.
And some shared how much the Advent perspectives we explored should shape us for the entire rest of the year too.
Check out our post on the study, and spend some time meditating on and discussing these great prayers.
#EYCmountdora #cfdioceseyouth #cfdiocese #youthministry #youthmin #youthgroup #advent #episcopalyouth #episcopalian #prayer
THANK YOU to everyone that gave their time & gifts to serve at Soul-in-the-city last week! What a wonderful week! #soulinthecity2024 #cfdioceseyouth cfdiocese
Throwback Photo from Last Year!
Who’s ready for more summer fun? ☀️🏕️ We’re taking a trip down memory lane! Drop your favorite camp memory in the comments and tag your camp bestie! ⛺🔥 #cfdioceseyouth #camplife #camplifestyle
Grounded, a retreat for middle and high school students in the diocese, is underway! Here are some photos from our opening night of worship and first session.
Join us in praying for the students as they continue their retreat today! May this weekend truly ground each of these hearts in the Gospel.
📸: @bibledude