Pondo Podcast

Jeremy and Lisa are amazing people and dear friends of the Pondo team. We talk about the relationship between camp and youth ministry and hear some awesome stories about how they've seen God use Pondo to impact their students, leaders, and family! If you or someone you know has been impacted by a camp experience as part of their story, would you consider partnering with us in our mission to create a unique space for students to encounter Jesus and help us keep pushing the mission forward by giving a gift of support today?It takes many walking in obedience to what God has called them to do to weave a story of redemption in a person’s life. Your support is another thread in the story God is weaving.Donate Now!pondo.org/woven

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This episode is part 3 of the "How To Creatively Engage With God..." Series On this episode of the Creative Stream, Alesha and Makaila sit down for an interview with Cody Bray. Cody is the Program Director at Pondo as well as being involved on the Pondo Worship Movement team. Listen in as Cody talks about the ways that he creatively engages with God while exploring trails on a mountain bike, playing drums and encountering God in unique ways through his favorite hobbies. For more information or to become a partner with the work and ministry of Camp Pondo, go to https://www.pondo.org/donate/bigredchairclub/

On this episode of Camp Talk; Cody sits down for an interview with Kaitlin Wyse. Kaitlin share her incredible God Story of her time at Camp Pondo as a student, youth leader and seasonal staffer. She talks about the way that God opened up doors for her in the summer of 2021 with both opportunities to come on board at camp but setting up her future at GCU as well. For more information or to become a partner with the work and ministry of Camp Pondo, go to https://www.pondo.org/donate/bigredchairclub/

This episode is part 2 of the "How To Creatively Engage With God..." Series On this episode of the Creative Stream, Alesha and Makaila sit down for an interview with Amanda Jenkins. Amanda is an Associate Professor of Theology at Grand Canyon University, an author and a long time member of the Pondo family. Amanda shares her experiences from being a staffer at Pondo, teaching pre-school students, to being a professor at GCU and more. She opens up about how she creatively connects with God through her heart, soul, mind and strength. For more information or to become a partner with the work and ministry of Camp Pondo, go to https://www.pondo.org/donate/bigredchairclub/

On this episode of the Youth Ministry stream, Ryan sits down for an interview with Justin Knowles. Justin is the Director of Youth and Kids at Sandals Church in Riverside, CA and a Co-Host of the Youth Ministry Hacks podcast. Listen in as the guys talk about topics such as: the value of investing in your leaders, letting go of being "the guy" on stage, and a challenge to be more intentional with our time management. You can check out more of Justin's ministry insights on his podcast here: https://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com/youth-ministry-hacks/ Justin will be our keynote speaker and lead a breakout session at our Youth Leaders Retreat on April 28-30, 2022 at Camp Pondo. You can find more details and register for the event here: https://www.pondo.org/camps/specialty/youth-leaders-retreat/

On this episode of Campfire Conversations, the Tarkington brothers spend time talking about their favorite memories from going to theme parks throughout their lives. Sean dives in to his love for roller coasters and thrill rides. Ryan shares his love for the nostalgic aspect of the parks while also sharing how he has made making trips to Disneyland, Six Flags and other parks a big part of his own family's tradition.

On this episode of Campfire Conversations, the Tarkington brothers talk about their Christmas past; sharing a few awkward memories from their childhood and special moments as they grew older. The guys also dive into some of their favorite traditions including decorations and of course, their favorite Christmas movies.

Cody and Brittany talk through Pondo's Worship/Creative conference "Spirit and Truth", and how camps are uniquely positioned to equip and empower people in their giftings.

On this episode of the Creative Steam; Alesha, Makaila & Kimberly talk about the beauty of the spaces and places that God has provided for them in their lives. They also share their insights into what they hope their current spaces provide not only for themselves but for others as well. Makaila also shares some incredible truth about the way that Scripture reminds us how much God prioritizes a place to belong...

On this episode of Camp Talk: a long time friend of Pondo, Tom Chapin stopped by for a visit to the camp. While he was here Cody recorded a conversation with him about spiritual disciplines, mentoring, being yourself and so much more.

On this episode of the Creative Stream; Kimberly, Makaila & Alesha talk about the value of journaling as a form of creativity. The ladies talk through practical processes and benefits - from where to begin, the science of journaling, to picking out a journal and the fruit that they have experienced from writing things down throughout their lives.