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Twenty-Five Accept Christ, Thirteen Baptized at CampUCan By Reginald Hayes, CampUCan founder
CampUCan 2025 brought 90 young males, ages 9-15, from diverse backgrounds and cultures to experience the love of Jesus Christ. In early August, youth from urban communities in Cincin- nati, Cleveland, Columbus, Dayton, and Toledo descend- ed into the hills of north central Ohio’s Mohican Region. Powered by Philippians 4:13, “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me,” CampUCan challenged and encouraged young men to believe they can do all through Jesus Christ. Attendees who are fatherless, hopeless, frustrated, seemingly hostile, unreachable, unwilling, fed-up, lost, broken, hurting, alone, and struggling were loved, re- assured, brought hope, and strengthened by devoted Christian adult male mentors along with Christian ath- letes and speakers who challenged them to live their lives in the way God created them to be. Rev. Jimmy Mann, pastor, All Nations Bible Fellowship Community Church, Dayton, served as camp pastor and encouraged the youth to believe God made them to be- come men of good character and courage. Pastor Mann also urged the young men not to let their environment, no matter how difficult, sideline them from their God-given destiny. It was a phenomenal week. We witnessed 25 decisions and 13 baptisms. SCBO, Florida Baptist Convention and Huddle Touch Sports Inc. partnered to “Touch a child, reach a family, change com-
munities, and make them better places to work, worship, pray and stay.” - Dr. Jeffrey Singletary, catalyst, Florida Baptist Convention. Kirby Mitchell, CampUCan director, said, “Growing up on Chicago’s south side, I had heard the name Jesus, and I had heard the name God. However, I didn’t know the power within those names could change a person’s life, circumstances, and situation. That revelation changed my life. When youth learn the power of and how to use the name of Jesus in any given situation, their lives will be changed. That’s the reason in John 14:13-14, Jesus says, ‘And whatever you ask in my name, that I will do, that the Father may be glorified in the Son.’ What Cam - pUCan does is help young men know the power of Je- sus’ name.” Because they gave their lives to Jesus Christ, 25 youth will help communities all over Ohio hear more about the love of Jesus Christ. That’s why CampUCan is so essen- tial. If you are interested in financially supporting CampUCan, please make checks payable to CampUCan/SCBO and mail to 9000 Antares Avenue, Columbus, OH 43240, or donate online at scbo.org/UCAN. It’s Time to Collect Christmas Backpacks for Appalachia By Anne Lock, Christmas Backpack coordinator Once again, it’s time to think about getting involved with the Christmas Backpack Program. This program is a lifeline for children living in the Ap- palachian areas of Ohio, Kentucky, Tennessee and West Virginia. I’m asking every church to please consider packing backpacks this year! They not only help the children but also impact the families who receive them with items that are needed, as well as the Christmas story. What a perfect way to spread the love of Jesus. Last year, we were able to send 400 backpacks. I know we can do more this year for this very important cause. Will you join me and collect Christmas Back- packs? If you need help or have any questions, please feel free to call me or email me at christmasbackpackso- hio@gmail.com. My phone number is 513-518-7051. Download the Christmas story and the gift sugges- tions at https://scbo.org/christmas-backpacks. Thank you for your support!
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