08/05/2025
A Special Thank You As New Life Camp 2025 comes to a close, we want to express our deepest gratitude to every individual who played a role in making this week an unforgettable, life-changing experience for our campers. It’s impossible to measure the eternal impact of your love, time, and faithfulness—but we know God sees it all. Thank you for pouring into the lives of the next generation.
A heartfelt thank you to our Special Guests, whose messages brought truth, joy, and clarity to our young people: Teen Night Speaker & Fun Time: Dave Gutierrez – Your energy and heart for teens made a lasting impression! Dave I want to also thank you for everything you did to help behind the scenes. We are so sorry for your loss and you and your family is in our prayers. Teen Bible Study: Sam Seumae – Thank you for diving deep into God’s Word and challenging hearts. Junior Speaker: Stephanie Miller – Your love for the younger ones shined brightly in every message! Junior Bible Study: Jonnie and Terry Heald – Your wisdom and compassion were a gift to every junior camper. Leadership & Founders We give honor and thanks to the visionaries and leaders behind New Life Camp: Founders: Ron and Dione Clagg – Thank you for your faithful obedience and legacy of ministry that continues to impact countless lives. Camp Coordinator: Charlotte Fields – Thank you for orchestrating the endless details with grace and excellence. Registration/Recorder: Tracy Horak – Your attention to every name, detail, and record helped us run smoothly from day one.
Kitchen & Hospitality Thank you to the hardworking team who kept us fed and cared for. Kitchen Managers: Bob & Becky McMillian – Delicious meals and servant hearts—thank you! Kitchen Staff: John McMillian, Doug Marshall, Tom Sager, Tom Mestagg – Your behind-the-scenes service did not go unnoticed. Cabin & Recreational Leadership Thank you to those who led with love, strength, and care for the campers, day and night: Head Cabin Leaders: Drex & Audrey Bailey – Your oversight and support were crucial to camp success! Rec Leaders: Nick & Amy Montanez – Thank you for filling camp with excitement, challenge, and joyful competition. Support & Safety Security: Cody Clagg – Thank you for keeping us safe with vigilance and kindness. Nurse: Devin Boyce – Your care, calmness, and quick action were a huge blessing.
Canteen Staff: Angie Clagg, Sandra Medley, Camille Sasser – Thank you for keeping us smiling and stocked with treats! Sound Tech: Joey Little – Thanks for managing all the sound and tech—your behind-the-scenes work brought everything to life. Junior Cabin Leaders Your leadership and love shaped the hearts of our younger campers: Junior Girls Leaders: Deedra Thomas, Sara Clark, Shanie Lewison Junior Boys Leaders: Josiah Montanez, Brad Thomas, Zack Lewison Teen Cabin Leaders Thank you for walking with teens through highs, lows, and spiritual growth: Teen Girls Leaders: Jacklyn Gust, Melissa Davis, LeAnna Bolen Teen Boys Leaders: Jerry Sasser, Pierson Fields, Conner Marshall Floaters & Flexible Helpers To those who filled in the gaps and gave support wherever needed—we couldn’t have done it without you: Bailey Horak, Candace Arnold, Mia Leal, Natalee Sherbahn, Raven Kask – Thank you for your flexibility, joy, and willingness to serve in every area. To all who served, gave, prayed, and supported: THANK YOU. God has used each of you to build something eternal this week. May you be refreshed and encouraged, knowing your work was not in vain. Until next year—to God be the glory! With heartfelt gratitude, The New Life Camp 2025 Leadership Team
