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2009 Summer Camp "He Took the Hill" Camp Flyer
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2008 Summer Camp "Cross Training" Camp Flyer
Thanks so much for all the dedication and hard work - what a blessing!"- Erica Beyea, Old Time Baptist Church
"The messages were exactly what our girls needed. They made a lot of good decisions that were needed!" - Kathy Faulknor, Walker Bible Baptist Church
"I think all the speakers did very well, the illustrations made it clear and understandable for kids." - Sheryl Dante, Lighthouse Baptist Church
"Messages were right on target for our kids and also helped me personally as a counselor. Camp gives me an opportunity to know my girls better and helps me to be a better Sunday school teacher. Camp’s been so great that word of mouth from former campers led to a couple bus children come. Thank you for all your hard work." - Kathleen Nicotera, Old Time Baptist Church
"One of the best camps I have ever been to - Preaching was on point all week. We saw God do something in every service. Thank you for all the hard work and time you are investing in the young people that come through your camp." - Pastor Jeff Ferguson, Grace independent Baptist
"Excellent messages! To the point!" - Pastor Justin Snow, First Baptist Church of Kenmore
"Tremendous, red, hot preaching. Preaching where they live! Staff very friendly, excellent spirit." - Mrs. Michelle Wilkins, New Life Baptsit Church
"I learned so much - Awesome." - Tonya Brown, NCBC
"The messages were absolutely wonderful. Each speaker spoke to my heart, convicting me to study harder." - Deborah Jenkins, Mt Calvary Bible Baptist church
"The messages were all great - very direct and pointed. There was no skirting the issues. Awesome. Very good service and great facilities. Thank you, thank you. I like how the segregation of guys and ladies is important but not made so obvious and awkward. That’s just the way it should be. Thank You!" - Abigail Brown, First Baptist Church of Kenmore
"Excellent speakers. There was a great spirit in the services and they were well put together. I know the labor that goes on behind the scene. May god bless you all for your hard work." - Pastor Justin Couch, First Freedom Baptist Church
"The preaching spoke to our young people. It was Spirit filled. God did a tremendous work through the preaching this week. Very, very happy with the camp! We plan on coming yearly to both junior and teen camp. The standards, preaching, and prayer are huge blessings and encouragements!" - Pastor Matt Keenan, Old Paths Baptist Church
"All messages were great and powerful. They got a hold of my heart. The facilities were all great." - Rob Brown, New Life Baptist Church
"This camp is effective because it is not trapped by schisms that are destroying independent fundamental Baptists nationwide. Pastor Krohn’s heart and ability to manage so many campers and yet maintain a fun, spirited, safe, yet SPIRITUAL Godly environment will be the reason I both recommend and faithfully attend GVBC in the future." - Pastor Tim Delello, Victory BBC
"Great Preaching! Convicting messages. My teens and myself made decisions. All the games were my favorite. They are geared so everyone can play and have fun. Thank you for following God. I was pleased that you supported and preached the same thing I do!" - Youth Leader Matthew Hall, Grace Baptist Church (Beaver Dams, NY)
"Excellent preaching that was very applicable - a real blessing to me. I was especially impressed with the spirit at camp this year - what a blessing!" - John Becher, Southeast Bible Baptist Church
"Wonderful messages!! Love the facilities." - Tami Kent, FBBC
"Excellent Preaching. Messages were all consistent, bold and spirit filled. Right on target. This is the best camp facility! I love it here, the facilities, the expanse of the land for fields, the tabernacle, it’s got it all. Food and service were excellent. Thank you Pastor Krohn and family for all your work, prayer and faithfulness in this ministry. I saw God do miraculous work here and I am now 100% behind this ministry and will do all that I can to support and help it." - Youth Leader Mike Watson, Trinity Baptist
"I thought the messages were right on, and I didn’t feel like the preachers were pressuring the kids to make decisions - the LORD moved them. The food was great - always had enough to eat. Loved having AC." - Rebecca Watson, Trinity Baptist
"So wonderful - thank you to all the cooks, servers, planners. Mexican night was the best! We really appreciate the emphasis on modesty. Last year we were even challenged to be stronger ourselves. We really appreciate your family and what you do." - Pastor Joel Royalty, Gospel Baptist Church
"Great God Honoring Preaching! I enjoyed every message! Thank you for all your hard work! This week was one of the best weeks I have been to." - Pastor Jeff Ferguson, Grace IBC (Penndel, PA)
"All messages flowed together well." - Roberta Becher, SEBBC
"Absolutely grand." - Youth Leader Bill Williams, Mt Calvary
"Decision cards - awesome. Involvement by counselors - exceptional."
"The messages were a huge blessing. The Lord spoke to my heart throughout the entire week." - Elizabeth Troyer, Grace Baptist
"The messages were very good this week. They really seemed to hit on each of my girl’s issues. We appreciate the camp’s desire to see teens make true decisions for the Lord." - Sarah Hays, First Bible Baptist (Harmony, PA)
"Keep letting God lead you as it is evident He is doing! Great Camp - keep it up!" - Pastor Pete Montoro, Open Door BBC
"Excellent - can’t imagine better." - Howard Daniels, Friendship Baptist Church
"Great Speakers." - Pastor Rick Bickelhaupt, Grace Baptist Church (Oak Harbor, OH)
"I believe the Lord has really used the preaching in the lives of the teens and leaders. Great food. Glad the salad was offered." - Tim Lenahan, Friendship Baptist Church
"1st time at camp and I had a great time!!" - Brian Mustard, Old Time Baptist Church
"The Acrostic of camp is true! Spiritual and fun. That’s a great combo." - Pastor Chuck Schwartz, Bible Baptist
"Preaching was great all Week long. Quality of information was great." - Youth Leader Nathan Smith, 1st Bible Baptist (Harmony, PA)
"Messages were right on target!" - Jay Kopazewski, WBBC
"Great" - Pastor James Mattewson
"Excellent - it was great to see the way the Lord pulled them together. Excellent Facilities - nice to come to a comfortable building for the services - keeps the distractions down." - David Corey, Freedom Baptist
"Compassion & kindness combined with your standards have made a lasting effect with our kids." - Pastor O’Bryon, New Hope Baptist
"Powerful messages and camp!!" - Kortney Lorenzer, Grace Baptist (Oak Harbor, OH)
"Food was great!" - Charlene Nacino, ODBBC
2007 Summer Camp "How Shall They Hear" Camp Flyer
"All the preaching was spectacular! I was able to get something out of every message.
Thanks staff – you’re wonderful!!" Tami Kent, Fellowship Bible Baptist Church
"Messages were pregnant with thought and application for the teens! The rooms were comfortable, the food was excellent and the snack shop had a nice variety." Pastor Jim O’Bryon, New Hope Baptist Church
"I like hearing the area preachers with the main speaker. They are just as much a blessing because you see their heart for the teens." Pastor Jared Dunbar, East Sunsbury Baptist Church
"This was my 1st experience with camp. It was a very positive experience and a privilege to counsel the girls." Jayne Gannon, Faith Bible Baptist Church
"They were the messages that we needed, God had His hand in the preaching
This was my 4th and best year at camp. God really worked in my heart and life, as well as my wife’s. Thank you Brother Jim and Mrs. Andrea for the influence and encouragement you both have been to my wife and I." Tim & Joanna Patterson, Lighthouse Baptist Church
"The preaching this week was such a blessing. All of the messages were heart changing." Rebekah Mick, Lighthouse Baptist Church
"Excellent! Staff did a great job with everything!
Camp is always a good time – we have never had a “bad” experience." Pastor Seth & Renae Garland, Faith Bible Baptist church, Eden, NY
"I have been to other camps in the past, but Genesee Valley was by far the most Christ centered camp I have ever been to!" Danielle Prater, Grace Baptist Church- Oak Harbor, OH
"Thank you for providing such a wonderful camp for our kids!" Kim Woyshner, Old Time Baptist Church
"Tremendous – right to the heart of the teens (and leaders)." Pastor Chuck Schwartz, Bible Baptist – Mercer, Pa
"Topics were awesome (touched counselors and kids). I loved Brother Morrison’s messages but I also enjoyed hearing from different men on different topics every day!
Song services were awesome! I’ve never seen teens so excited in church song services!" Tim Lenahan, Friendship Baptist Church
"The messages were so spiritually probing – right where the kids are at. It is obvious how much prayer has gone into the messages for the week.
Thanks for such a great week! The Lord touched my heart just as much, if not more, than the kids I was with." Erica Beyea, Old Time Baptist
"God sent – obviously Spirit led. I have been so blessed and challenged.
Only heaven will demonstrate all that the Lord has accomplished through your ministry. Thank you for giving us a place to minister to our teens." Michele Spaulding, Old Time Baptist
"What a blessing!
We like the staff- they were great!" Jennifer Huber, Walker Bible Baptist Church
"I love camp and I love this camp! Excellent job to staff and Pastor Krohn!" Roy Sietmann
"Pastor Krohn and the staff has once again done a wonderful job and gave each teen, each church, each counselor an awesome pattern for self sacrifice and how to love people, and even more so, those who are of the family of God."
Pastor Tim Delello, Victory Bible Baptist
"The atmosphere was Godly – beginning with the registration and climaxing with the bonfire testimony on the last night." Pastor Audron Seymour
"The preaching was energetic and convicting at the same time. The different speakers were great!
I’ve been to camps two other times as a camper and this year was my 1st time as a counselor and I enjoyed myself more than I did as a camper. It was because this camp is 110% focused on God and wants to do right and encourage kids to do right their whole lives, not just this one week." Kendrall Freyer, grace Baptist Church, Oak Harbor, OH
"Truly the Spirit of God was at work in the preaching which impacted all present and encouraged us to allow God to change us." Tim & Debbie Becker, Calvary Heights
"This is our second year coming to this camp. It has been such a blessing! It has a wonderful balance of fun and good rules. Our teens have grown because of it, thank you for hosting it. Also the staff was beyond amazing. Their servant’s heart and sacrificial spirit were very evident." Amanda Brown, Grace Baptist – Medina, NY
"The messages are the highlight of this camp – the gospel is clearly preached in a loving and convincing manner.
I love this camp!! This is our second year and kids are making decisions and having fun! None of my kids want to leave." Pastor Jeff Jones – Grace Baptist, Oak Harbor, OH
"In my first year as counselor and first year at Genesee I have to say this is the best church camp I have ever attended. The spirit here is different – it’s great." Jordan Sterling - Grace Baptist, Oak Harbor, OH
"Awesome and life changing... I have nothing negative to say. This week was the best camp experience I have ever had. The name of Christ was truly glorified and God moved in miraculous ways." Doug Dillard, Jr. – First Freedom Baptist Church
"I was dreading teen camp … I was told it was more intense than juniors… after being here… I want to come back every year!" Mrs. Sheri Griggs – Lighthouse Baptist Church - Sandusky, OH
"The power of prayer creates such an atmosphere so that the Holy Spirit is not hindered - You know I love camp." Diana Gee - FBC
"The preaching was great. Each message hit a particular need.
The very best camp I know." Pastor Dennis Grimes – Sempronius Baptist Church
"Messages were great! Each one really spoke to my heart." David Turner- Dunbar Baptist Church
"Excellent – it is great to see the Lord work to coordinate the messages
I would come back to camp even if I didn’t love teens. The spiritual refreshment is always what I need." David Corey – Freedom Baptist Church – Auburn, NY
"Thanks for a place where I don’t have to feel absurd or out of place. I didn’t have to explain or apologize to my kids." Pastor Joel Royalty – Gospel Baptist Church
"The messages were very appropriate and spiritually just what our teens and I needed.
The spirit of God really moves this camp forward. It is clear there is laborious effort and prayer put into it. We have been so blessed." Barbara Lonsky – Sempronius Baptist Church
"It is very obvious that prayer and fasting is taken seriously prior to camp! I enjoyed seeing a healthy mix in styles and preachers.
The food and housing really were great. Definitely better than what you first think of when you hear camp." Chris White – Independent Baptist Church
"Seriously, camp was great!!!!" Pastor Nathan Gipp, Emmanuel Baptist Church
*** Jr Camp Quotes:
"The messages seemed so seriously spiritual and strong right from the start and I really appreciate that. Loved the snake dodge ball game! All the games were great, very creative!" Erica Beyea, Old Time Baptist Church
"Messages were a huge blessing. Can definitely see they were prayer full, exactly what God intended. Needs were met! Everything was great! Treated better than we deserve." Adam Hartman - Walker Bible Baptist
"The water balloon volley ball game was good, all the kids could do it. The mud pit was great, the boys loved it." Rick Sietman, Walker Bible Baptist Church
"The messages were well spoken, the kids seemed to understand and get a lot out of them. As an adult, I got a lot from them. The staff was a blessing and made camp fun." Shannon Rogers, Walker Bible Baptist Church
"Very Applicable." Pastor O’Bryon, New Hope Baptist
"Great – Nice simple messages that the kids could grasp." Jon Bitner, Old Time Baptist Church
"I think I got just as much out of it as the kids." Denise Walter, Southeast Bible Baptist Church
"I felt the messages were powerful and simple enough in illustrations that the kids can apply principles to their lives." Jeannette O’Bryon, New Hope Baptist Church
"I really appreciate this camp. I appreciate all of the effort and dedication of the staff." Robert Stemp
"Messages were not only geared to juniors but on target for adults. Decision cards are great for follow up at home." Kathleen Nicotera, Old Time Baptist Church
"Totally great. I love it for the counselors and campers." Heather Johnson, Old Time Baptist Church
"The mud pit was more than amazing. I don’t really know why it was so much fun, but the kids that tried it loved it! The kids also liked the rock wall, and European Eagle." Linnea Coons, Hunters Creek Bible Baptist Church
"The messages were an answer to Prayer! God really blessed me and my kids through these messages." Kathleen Faulknor, Walker Bible Baptist Church
"The messages were awesome! They were low enough for the kids to grab and really grabbed my heart as well." Amber Dillard, First Freedom Baptist Church
"All the speakers spoke from their hearts. All were able to reach young minds. Great messages from God. My family talks about camp all year long." Clinton Barber, Southeast Bible Baptist Church
"Every message was Great." Pastor Herman Bucklew, Heritage Baptist Church
"Come prepared to change your life for the rest of your life." Shirley Diaz, New Life Baptist Church
"The preaching was great, it was a blessing. God can work in the counselors heart at camp too- not just the juniors." Heather Bradt, Emmanuel Baptist Bible Church
"Wonderful! The speakers really spoke to my heart. They were an encouragement to press toward the mark." Tami Kent, Fellowship Bible Baptist
"Good sermons, very good at relating Biblical principles to Jr. age campers. Visual Aids are Excellent." Pastor Mike Jamison, Lighthouse Baptist Church
"We are so thankful to have a place to take out children where they are learning Godly standards, excellent biblical preaching, wonderful “Christian” music, and most of all spiritual counselors who have a great desire to see children right with God." Joyce Troyer, Grace Baptist Church
"Practical messages filled with scripture and object illustrations. It was the highlight of many campers Thank you for the unique games. It was obvious that much thinking and preparation and prayer went into planning the games and themes." Pastor Joshua Miller, New Life Baptist Church
2006 Summer Camp "A Revolution in Godliness" Camp Flyer
"This camp is THE premier camp. We’ve been to four other camps and none has been run and blessed us as wall as this camp." Youth Pastor Jeff Jones, Grace Baptist Church
"Genesee Valley Baptist Camp is an effective Christian camping ministry run by a youth pastor who has an obvious love for teenagers and a genuine desire to see them grow in the Lord. The staff of this camp exhibit Christ-like spirit displaying true servant leadership." Pastor Kobernat, Harvest Baptist Church, PA
"We are very local church and I don’t believe a camp could ever be more local church than this camp. We were able to come and never once worried about the music or the preaching. It was exactly what our teens and leaders needed." Youth Pastor Ben Hayes, First Bible Baptist
"This camp is life changing. No matter if you’re a counselor or a young person." Jennifer Crawford, First Baptist Church, New London, Ohio
"My first time at camp was a great experience. Thank you for blessing our kids." Kim Woyshner, Old Time Baptist
"This camp is the best! It has everything that I could even want in a camp. You do a great job (wife and children too!) and the staff really is the best. I love and respect you." Pastor Chuck Schwartz, Bible Baptist
"We are blessed to have this camp to bring our teens to. I wish we could bring their parents." Pastor Gipp, Emmanuel Baptist Church
"One of my summer highlights is going to camp; it is beneficial and encouraging to me as a youth pastor, and this year was no different!" Pastor David Turner, Dunbar Baptist
"The preaching is great, practical, and convicting! Teens who went to junior camp don’t have to be begged or bribed to go to teen camp." Pastor Audron Seymour, Fellowship Baptist Church
"You will not find another camp in the Northeast that is as Bible focused and yet as fun filled." Youth Pastor Howard Daniels, Friendship Baptist Church
"There was an overall spiritual atmosphere at camp. It did not matter if it was game time, meal time, or preaching, the spiritual level was high, holy, and healthy." Pastor Dennis Grimes, Sempronious Baptist Church
"At first I was disappointed to be here, but I quickly realized that this is an incredible camp. I loved the experience here and will continue to pray for you." Youth Pastor Aaron Dowler, First Freedom Baptist Church
"Once again the Lord moved in the services. It is very obvious that much prayer goes into this camp." Frank Broughton, Faith Bible Baptist Church
"Very moving messages with Scripture to back up what was being preached. Not a lot of preachers do that anymore. The messages were awesome." Esther Portner, Friendship Baptist Church
"The messages were awesome. They were dead on." Pastor Tim Delello, Victory Baptist Church
"Love the camp!" Pastor Audron Seymour, Fellowship Bible Baptist
"The messages were geared for the juniors very well, but I learned from them also." Pastor Beyea, Old Time Baptist
"Great preaching at the kid’s level! Excellent food choices. Great spirit in the camp. Camp staff had great humility. The whole philosophy of camp is honoring to the Lord." Pastor Troyer, Grace Baptist Church.
"Great, the camp was excellent. I liked the organization of Pastor Krohn and his staff. Keep up the great work." Robert Stamp, Friendship Baptist Church
"Performance reflects leadership. That’s why this camp is awesome." Mike Rouley, New Life Baptist Church
"This is probably the best camp I’ve been to." Michael Girgis, Harvest Baptist Church
"This was a great week. All of our kids were glad they came. Great staff!!" Ken Dayfield, Harvest Baptist Church
"GVBC does not focus on results, but by caring for the teen and dealing with the sin, they get results." Pastor Tim Delello, Victory Baptist Church
"The theme 'A Revolution in Godliness' was great and very appropriate in the times we live in." Mrs. Seitmann, Walker Bible Baptist,
"Everything was great!" Deanna Capizzi, Lighthouse Baptist
"I would like to say thank you for the incredible staff you have! They are very kind, courteous, and eager to serve." Sheri Griggs, Lighthouse Baptist
"All of the messages were great. I enjoyed all the speakers. The food was great! The staff was helpful and courteous." Tami Kent, Fellowship Bible Baptist
"The messages were Awesome!" Kathy Fenton (pastor’s wife), Seneca Bible Baptist
“This camp is definitely Holy Spirit led!! Praise God for the Godly men who run it!" Michelle Wilkins, New Life Baptist Church.
"I felt the Holy Spirit had free liberty to work in our midst all week! I am thrilled to have my children attend this camp!" Teya Miller (pastor’s wife), New Life Baptist Church.
"If you want your teens surrounded by godly people and red hot preaching, you need to come to GVBC." Pastor Kahler, Carrollton Baptist Temple
"Winter camp was a huge blessing!" Kathy Fenton (pastor’s wife), Seneca Bible Baptist
"What God did in just a few days was amazing!" Pastor Troyer, Grace Baptist Church
"This camp meets the needs of the teens on every level – games and excitement, fellowship and fun, preaching with power." Pastor Schwartz, Bible Baptist Church
2005 Summer Camp "Go Above & Beyond" Camp Flyer
"Awesome camp – appreciate all the effort for our kids!!!" - Michelle Wilkins, New Life Baptist Church
"C-A-M-P is Christ honoring and Preaching Centered from beginning to end!" - Pastor Kahler, Carrollton Baptist Temple, Carrollton, OH
"I thought the preaching was awesome. Brother Krohn and staff has once again done an excellent job. It’s the best camp I have ever been to. Thank you so much!!!" - Ken Rose, First Baptist Church in New London
"I had a great time and the spiritual emphasis was fantastic. Staff and counselors had a good spirit and made camp a great week." - Pastor Troyer, Grace Bible Baptist Church, Greenville, PA
"God has been good to us to give us such a great camp to go to, with God centered preaching." - Jeff Csanyi, Lighthouse Baptist Church, Sandusky, OH
"The messages were great." – Rick Sietmann, Walker Bible Baptist Church, Hamlin, NY
"After attending four GVBC Camps, I am convinced this is the best." – Youth Pastor Howard Daniels, Friendship Baptist Church, Rome, NY
"Great Speakers, juniors really enjoyed illustrations. Gabby and Billy Bob were a lot of fun. Great meals: Pancakes & Sausage, bacon & eggs, burritos, pulled pork – Oh my! A fresh salad is available at lunch and dinner – great addition. Not one complaint from any of my kids on the food! Good job guys! Great camp!!" – Pastor Jeff Cox,
East Sunsbury Baptist Church, East Sunsbury, OH
"The messages were right on target! All of my kids made decisions! Some of which I had been praying for quite a while." – Katie Cox, East Sunsbury Baptist Church, East Sunsbury, OH
"Excellent motivational preaching and pertinent object lessons – I liked the reinforcement in the Zonk game. Cheerful, helpful staff – very well organized." – Paula Zandi, Friendship Baptist Church, Rome, NY
"Good Messages – excellent preachers, props made the points memorable." - Terri Seitmann, Walker Bible Baptist Church, Hamlin, NY
"The Lord obviously led in the variety of subjects addressed!" – Cary Schwartz, Bible Baptist Church, Mercer, PA
"Jim, it gets better every year! Great work!" – Pastor Michael Eastridge, Bible Baptist Church, Ashtubula, OH
"Thank you for all of your hard work – for being sensitive and caring." – Mrs. Caruso, Walker Bible Baptist Church, Hamlin, NY
"The altar said it all! Staff was excellent - your leadership and the councilors were great!" - Pastor Charles Schwartz, Bible Baptist Church, Mercer, PA
"I thought all the games and preaching were great." – Andrew Bucklew, First Baptist Church, New London , OH
"All messages were timely, convicting, and well delivered." – Joel Capizzi, Lighthouse Baptist Church, Sandusky, OH
"Bro Gipp’s message on thought life was one of the best messages I have ever heard." – Renae Garland, Faith Bible Baptist Church, Eden, NY
"Brother Gipp’s message was awesome – very powerful. Brother Dressner's on love was very needed." – Jody Lape, Faith Bible Baptist Church, Eden, NY
"I believe the messages were good and God designed. Thank you for praying about the preachers and the camp. Keep praying and giving your service to the Lord. Thank you for being aware of campers’ tiredness and health by being flexible with the games and other activities. The skits with “OD” were great!" – Andrew Doan, Walker Bible Baptist Church, Hamlin, NY
"This camp is the most Spirit-filled and God centered camp. I’m fed and blessed when I’m here." – Jennifer Craword, First Baptist Church, New London, OH
"Preachers were great. The Holy Spirit seemed to have liberty, obviously a great goal to obtain." - Youth Pastor Phil Czewkalski, First Bible Baptist Church, Lockport, NY
2005 Winter Camp - Flyer
"The messages were excellent as always! There was a great spirit in the camp. Good Activities. Thank you for all your effort." – Pastor Troyer, Grace Bible Baptist Church, Greenville, PA
"No doubt about it, when Genesee Valley Baptist Camp meets, there is great food, activities, and best of all God is in the center of everything!" – Pastor Tim Kahler, Carrollton Bapist Temple, Carrollton, OH
"I think everything at camp was done very well. I am thankful for all the effort that was put forth." – Joe Cudy, Independent Baptist Church, Elmira, NY
"Messages were excellent – straight to the hearts of teens. Great spirit in the activities – your leadership sets the tone for the others. I heard no complaints, which for teens is great." – Pastor Charles Schwartz, Bible Baptist Church, Mercer, PA
"Great preaching for anyone that attended." – Clint Barber, Southeast Bible Baptist Church, Penfield, NY
"All the messages were very good." – Youth Pastor Tim Patterson, Lighthouse Baptist Church, Sandusky, OH
"I will be sending my kids! I have heard about camp for years and now I know why my kids love camp so much!" – Jennifer O’Mara, Faith Bible Baptist Church, Eden, NY
"We would consider no other camp! We love this camp. What a blessing!" – Pastor Richard Mick, Lighthouse Baptist Church, Sandusky, OH
"All the messages were excellent." – Joel Capizzi, Lighthouse Baptist Church, Sandusky, OH
"I love this camp and have been coming here for many years." – Rebekah Mick, Lighthouse Baptist Church, Sandusky, OH
"All the messages were very good and they spoke to my heart as well as the teens." – Deanna Capizzi, Lighthouse Baptist Church, Sandusky, OH
"The messages were great and challenging." – Youth Pastor Justin Bennett, Independent Baptist Church, Elmira, NY
"I always look forward to hearing the preaching at camp and experiencing how everything works together to speak to hearts on certain subjects each camp week. Only the Lord is responsible for this!" – Elizabeth Faulkner, Walker Bible Baptist Church, Hamlin, NY
"All the messages were great! Thank you for all you and your staff do Pastor and Mrs. Krohn." – Mrs. Caruso, Walker Bible Baptist Church, Hamlin, NY
"Excellent messages and the preacher boys were great too." – Mrs. Renae Garland, Faith Bible Baptist Church, Eden, NY
"Good Messages that the teens and adults could apply to their lives." - Ken Stanton, Emmanuel Baptist Church, Martville, NY
2004 Summer Camp "Knights of Christianity" Camp Flyer
“Great! The messages were to the point and right down where juniors can understand and apply them.” - Audron Seymour
“With 200 campers the spirit was excellent, discipline and control was unbelievably good, and the many good decisions blessed my heart.” - Audron Seymour
“I appreciate your tender heart and desire to do things first class.” - Audron Seymour.
“The messages were the best.” - Andrew Bucklew, Youth Pastor First Freedom Baptist Church
“This was the best week of camp that I have ever been to. Everything was excellent.” - Kevin Overton, Youth Pastor Temple Baptist Church
“Thank you for shining the light and showing our kids how much fun Christians can have without compromise” - Jen Huber, Youth Pastor’s Wife, Walker Bible Baptist Church.
“The spirit was great. The focus was on God and not couples. The altar was full every time without any high pressure.” - Pastor Chuck Schwartz
“Great messages! Straight to the heart and emphasized the issues that teens deal with all the time.” - Pastor Chuck Schwartz
“The preaching was spectacular.” - Pastor Dan Alexoff
“Genesee Valley provides a Godly, safe, and moral atmosphere for our youth.” - Pastor Dan Alexoff
2004 Winter Camp - Flyer
"Speakers: Strong; to the heart. Great attitude on the part of the leaders and the campers. There is always a great response to the preaching." - Pastor Chuck Schwartz, Bible Baptist Church (Mercer, PA)
"The messages were great. They were very helpful to all. The messages were put together by the Holy Spirit. Life changing decisions will be made by not only the campers but also the workers and adults." – Chris Baran, Faith Bible Baptist Church
"The messages were definitely Holy Spirit led and empowered. Teens were at the alter after each message. Praise God for a fundamental Bible preaching camp. Winter camp is a very refreshing time for my Youth Group! The standards are high. The preaching is hot and God moves. I highly recommend this camp for any fundamental Bible- believing Baptist Church." - Pastor Tim Kahler, Carrollton Baptist Church
"The messages were very powerful. Everything was great – games, preaching, food." – Tina Kahler
"All the messages were great! Needed subjects were covered. Great camp! Keep up the good work." - Pastor Jeff Cox, East Sunsbury Baptist Church
"The messages were right on target, moving, needful." – Renae Garland
"It was amazing to see how all the messages fit perfectly together! Speaking personally, it was exactly what I needed, and I hope to make life changes on the return home." - Rebekah Grimes
"It’s amazing how God ties it all together! We had a great time, the food was good, the fun was exceptional and the preaching was great!" - Pastor Keith Troyer, Grace Baptist Church
"As usual God intertwined all the messages- very good and practical, God’s spirit was present in them. I always enjoy Mrs. Krohn’s devotions she gives during the girl’s activities. This year’s lesson spoke to my heart greatly." - Carrie Cohen
2003
“It’s so refreshing to bring our kids to a place that is more than sledding, hot chocolate, and fuzzy feelings. This is a camp where lives are changed!” - Pastor Gordon Gee
"I really appreciate knowing I can bring my kids to a camp that I know I can be away from them during the events and not worry about something being said or done that goes against my teaching." - Pastor Gordon Gee
“This camp is my camp! I do pray for it each year more and more and look forward to how the Lord will bless each year!” “Just what we needed! The Lord blessed! We were fed spiritually!” - Elizabeth Faulkner
“Excellent – I was both encouraged and taught by the messages.” - Michele Spalding OTBC
“So much has happened already at camp, that I don’t even know what else to pray for.” - Howard Daniels
“The messages were excellent, to the point, and greatly used by God as the men were absolutely led by the Spirit of God. Thank God for the decisions.” - Richard Rich, missionary to Japan for over 30 years.
“This camp was a real blessing to me and my kids. I have not seen a camp run this well in a long time.” - Kevin Overton, Youth Leader of Temple Baptist Church in Bladwinsville
“Winter camp is well structured. My teens talk about winter camp all year long. They love the games, competitions, songs, and preaching. I’m thankful for a camp that takes a fundamental stand without apology.” - Tim Kahler, Youth Pastor, Carrollton Baptist Temple
“A great mix of standards and spirit.” - Chuck Schwartz, Pastor of Bible Baptist Church in Mercer, Pa.
“We have plenty of worldly peer pressure. It is a blessing to see a spiritual peer pressure at this camp.” - Jared Dunbar, Youth Leader of Freedom Baptist Church
“All the messages had authority and power on them. They were very appropriate for our teens (and leaders). - Joshua Cohen, Youth Pastor of Lighthouse Baptist Church.
This page last updated
October 13, 2009
