I have been to Christ In Youth, Group Workcamps, Big Stuf in Florida, etc. Discovery has been the trip that has left the most lasting impression on these kids. I really think it has to do with removing them from their environment. I talk about Discovery all of the time at church. The kids and I see it as a spiritual oasis to connect or re-connect with God.--SL, Youth Minister, Illinois
We had a great time at D.M. Many of our kids did not know each other and it was a melting pot of students so it was good for us to spend time together. I thought the DM activities our group participated in reinforced the thought of making scripture intake a bigger part of their lives.--MK, Youth Minister, Indiana
We had our first FCA meeting of the 2009-2010 school year last night...the kids were very excited at school today and ready for the next meeting. My leaders are becoming leaders and taking on responsibilities. I am very thankful that we chose DM for our summer leadership camp!--Gideon FCA
I saw several realize they were able to push themselves physically allowing them to see that they could push themselves spiritually. The staff and interns at DM have helped us grow spiritually, they way they conduct the activities and the debriefing after the activities...I wanted to say how much fun I had a camp! My life is always better and changed when I leave.--CL, River Valley
We had a good retreat. The facilities were great. The campfire worship and speaking time was great for us spiritually. The group interaction was good and the talks really made us think. Our quite times/devotions were also really good for us. Our only change would be our schedule. 2 ˝ days just wasn't enough time to meet our goals….As we planned our schedule, we should have planned more times to sit as a group and talk and reflect on the day.-Tricia, Community Christian Church
