The First Sail

Sailing at Don Lee

I can still remember the first day I spent at Don Lee. I had brought a youth group in for a retreat, and we had arrived on a Friday evening, and because it had been a school day, it had been a long day. We got in late that night and after a few activities… [Continue Reading]

Our Journey Together

High Schooler Backpacking

The power of camp and retreat experiences is timeless. Early church leaders in eastern North Carolina had a vision and made the investment which today provides us with three beautiful locations where we can bring our mission to life: “In the Methodist tradition, we invite children, youth and adults to discover, reconnect and celebrate God… [Continue Reading]

A Vital Connection

A Vital Connection

By Ben Williams, pastor at St. Marks UMC, Raleigh I remember that my parents thought it was a great idea. I also remember thinking quite the opposite. I was seven years old and fresh out of first grade. I was ready for a summer filled with bike rides, trips to the pool and a week… [Continue Reading]