Stories from the Point

Camp Is In Session - Meet Our Staff Part I

Camp is in session! In this series, Camp Director Forrest Walker invites us to get to know a few of the summer staff members serving at Camp Vesper Point. Each with their own passions and gifts, Lousia, Kyle, Blythe, Amos, and Malik share their stories, how they made their way to camp, and what inspires them to serve our students.   Stories from the Point is produced by First Presbyterian Church in Chattanooga, Tennessee Our theme music was written and recorded by Dr. Brian Cosby and Aaron Little Our sound and editing engineers are Caleb Woodall & Dylan Thomas. Our host is Forrest Walker For more information about First Presbyterian Church, visit our website: https://1stpresbyterian.com ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

The Case for Camp – Learning New Skills, Independence, and Controlled Risk Taking

In this episode, Camp Director Forrest Walker and his wife Alex Walker discuss how novel experiences at camp can build skills and encourage age-appropriate risk assessment. Stories from the Point is produced by First Presbyterian Church in Chattanooga, Tennessee Our theme music was written and recorded by Dr. Brian Cosby and Aaron Little Our sound and editing engineers are Caleb Woodall & Dylan Thomas. Our host is Forrest Walker For more information about First Presbyterian Church, visit our website: https://1stpresbyterian.com ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

A Practical Guide For Parents As You Prepare to Send Your Camper to Camp

In this episode, Camp Director Forrest Walker and Camp Administrator Sarah Estler prepare parents with a discussion on the essential items for prospective and returning campers to pack for camp. Sarah has faithfully served at Vesper Point for seven years and has been serving with our 1st Pres team for even longer, and her insight in this episode is invaluable to making a camper's experience even more impactful. Stories from the Point is produced by First Presbyterian Church in Chattanooga, Tennessee Our theme music was written and recorded by Dr. Brian Cosby and Aaron Little Our sound and editing engineers are Caleb Woodall & Dylan Thomas. Our host is Forrest Walker For more information about First Presbyterian Church, visit our website: https://1stpresbyterian.com ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

The Case for Camp – A Safe Place for a Play-Based Childhood

In this episode, Camp Director Forrest Walker and his wife Alex Walker continue the series, The Case for Camp, with a conversation around two topics: the benefit of a play-based childhood and how camp can be a safe place for students to take off their masks and be themselves. Tune in to our next episode for a conversation with Forrest Walker and Sarah Estler, our Camp Administrator, about the Top 10 items that a new or returning camper can bring for their next camp experience! Stories from the Point is produced by First Presbyterian Church in Chattanooga, Tennessee Our theme music was written and recorded by Dr. Brian Cosby and Aaron Little Our sound and editing engineers are Caleb Woodall & Dylan Thomas. Our host is Forrest Walker For more information about First Presbyterian Church, visit our website: https://1stpresbyterian.com ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

The Case for Camp - A Technology Free Space

In this episode, Camp Director Forrest Walker and his wife Alex begin a new series, The Case for Camp. In this first episode of the series, Forrest and Alex take a look at the latest research as well as their experiences at the camp to explore the value of camp as a screen and technology-free environment. They reflect on how stepping away from constant distraction creates space for campers and staff to grow, not only in their relationships with the Lord, but also as capable, present, and engaged people. Stories from the Point is produced by First Presbyterian Church in Chattanooga, Tennessee Stories from the Point is produced by First Presbyterian Church in Chattanooga, Tennessee Our theme music was written and recorded by Dr. Brian Cosby and Aaron Little Our sound and editing engineers are Caleb Woodall & Dylan Thomas. Our host is Forrest Walker For more information about First Presbyterian Church, visit our website: https://1stpresbyterian.com ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.