Service Above Self

By Phil Younts Service above Self

Sometimes we think that we have to be a preacher, or a teacher, to serve God. But God has given everyone talents they can use to serve others. Camp Kulaqua is a ministry of service. God has called each worker at Camp to use their talents to serve others. Very few of us here at Camp are preachers or teachers, but we all have specific talents that keep camp functioning and serving the churches of Florida Conference. Our mission statement says:

Serving together for Jesus… • In His Church • In His Community • In His Creation

Furthering the Kingdom of Christ I have often shared the example with staff about the park bench sitting under the trees close to the office. We often see people sitting on the bench reading the Bible talking with a friend or praying to God. I have often shared the example with staff about the park bench sitting under the trees close to the office. We often see people sitting on the bench reading the Bible, talking with a friend, or praying to God. So, I share with the staff that whoever built the bench and keeps the grounds beautiful, creates an atmosphere that allows the Holy Spirit to speak to those who sit on that bench. This act of providing an environment that allows connection to our Savior is just another piece to sharing the Gospel; that fits alongside the sermon that was preached in the morning by a preacher, or lesson taught in the afternoon by a teacher. I would like to invite you to escape the hustle and bustle of city life and come out to the solitude and beauty of God’s creation. Our camp family is here waiting to serve you and your family. We hope to see you soon! We will leave the light on for you.