Camp at Burnt Cabin

I took a week and wasted it not.
New friends I made. Christians I didn’t know, now I love.
Counselors, Teachers: genuine, caring, and real
Who love when I’m not so loveable . . .
We shared the sunrise, the games, and classes;
Singing praises to Him never felt so sweet.
Witness to new births,growth, and conviction.
I came for fun – Oh selfish me! – Now I see it’s all about Him!
Hugs, smiles, and that unforgettable 'Word Up.'
“Make me over, Lord, We’ll go home forever changed. Amen”
By GARY CANAN 7-20-05 at Burnt Cabin Christian Camp

‘Word Up!’ to BCCC, Fort Gibson, and Barrett Vanlandingham for a life-changing week at Lake Tenkiller. Beginning with a tremendous staff of veteran counselors, committed educators, and zealous college students, the July 17th session touched the hearts and lives of 192 campers. Youth Groups from places like Haskell, OKC South Walker, Sand Springs, and Piedmont joined the great Fort Gibson Family for a spiritual retreat.
“Blue collar” sermons, straight from the heart and Truth from the Word, mixed with intense Bible classes, devotionals, and memory work helped everyone focus on “Revive in 2005.” Canteen, sports, and concerts can wait for a trek to the pool for baptisms, 20 of them. Inspiring singing, timely hugs of encouragement, and Christian role models draw out the best as Satan is turned away. This is my pat-on-the-back for all you guys at camp who put a time-stamp on my life. ~ gary