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Compadre Aaron Sandy introduced our daily theme, “Blessed: Joy,” this morning during his flagpole devotion: There are many forms of JOY: Comfort and joy in the hope of heaven — I Thessalonians 4:15: “For this we declare to you by a word from the Lord, that we who are alive, who are left until the coming of the Lord,…

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As Monday, July 4, 2016 draws to a close, the first day of MSC 2016 was deemed a HUGE success. Once campers registered and opening ceremonies were held, campers met their brand new friends, their teammates, and their team captains, before a fun-filled and encouraging day of activities. Although rain showers plagued Shakamak throughout the day, no one’s spirit…

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After tonight’s study, all campers and staff converged on the Rec Hall for the MSC Talentless Show 2016. With the intent to show the campers how “little” talent the staff truly has when it comes to entertainment, this show was full of humor and a heaping helping of true belly laughs.  After compadres Nick Paden, Katie Hall, Nick Hall, Laura…

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Blue team captain Eric Mizell introduced the campers to MSC 2016’s theme, “Blessed,” during a Bible study following dinner this evening.  Below is an outline of what he discussed, as well as an audio recording of the lesson: “Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, Who has blessed us in Christ with every spiritual blessing in…

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During today’s lunch, Compadre Mucho Importante Nick Paden introduced a brand new recognition program at MSC Sr. Week.  The compadres are keeping their eyes open for campers who are going above and beyond, helping out without being asked. When they spot a deserving camper, they will present him or her with a “Pay It Forward” wristband. Upon receiving one…

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Camp is in full swing and the team captains are in rare form (maybe it’s the on-again/off-again rain).   : )   We’d like to introduce you to this year’s captains as they were all decked out in their finest during opening ceremony as they were introduced to the campers. And your 2016 Sr. Week team captains are:        …

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The time has arrived and MSC Sr. Week 2016 registration is now OPEN!!!!!  We pray safe travels as everyone heads to Shakamak this morning.  The campground is pretty wet this morning, so directors Todd & Susan Hall have made the executive decision that opening ceremonies will be held in the Rec Hall at 11:15 AM instead of the usual…

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