Camp Good News ® is a ministry of Child Evangelism Fellowship ™
120 Twin Lakes Road, Hawthorne, Florida 32640, United States
Biblical Discipleship Leadership Program
LOVE GOD? LOVE HIS WORD? Want to Grow and Serve?
Discipleship Leadership Program
Be Trained. Be Transformed. Be Used by God.
Are you a high school/college student or young adult with a desire to grow in your faith, be mentored, and learn how to confidently share the Gospel? Join us this summer for the Discipleship Leadership Program at Camp Good News—a hands-on ministry training experience that equips young believers to serve, lead, and evangelize with boldness and joy.
This is more than just a summer program—it's a life-changing journey of discipleship and practical ministry. You’ll be taught how to share your faith, trained in real-life ministry situations, and mentored in a Christ-centered environment by leaders who are passionate about helping you grow.
What You'll Experience
- Daily, hands-on training in children’s ministry, where you’ll put into practice what you're learning as you teach, serve, and share Christ with campers.
- Focused evening discipleship through Bible study, personal mentorship, prayer, and teaching.
- Evangelism training, helping you develop confidence and clarity in sharing your faith with others—at camp and beyond.
- Ministry leadership development, preparing you to serve in your local church, on campus, or wherever God leads you next.
- A close-knit, family-style community where you'll build meaningful friendships, grow in unity, and live life together in Christ.
- Joyful worship and shared singing, often gathering around a guitar or piano to lift up praise as a group.
Many of our participants say they leave at the end of the summer changed, confident, and on fire for God—ready to share the Gospel with boldness and lead others toward Christ.
Faith + Fun = A Summer to Remember
While this is a discipleship program first, it’s also packed with adventure and fun! Some of the activities you’ll enjoy include:
- A 300-foot waterslide
- Low ropes course
- Sports and games
- Archery
- Group outings and weekend adventures
- Campfires, skits, and late-night conversations under the stars
You’ll laugh, play, grow, and build friendships that will last long after the summer ends.
Program Details
- Dates: June 6 – August 8 (flexible: come for all or part of the summer as your schedule allows)
- Location: Camp Good News, 120 Twin Lake Rd, Hawthorne, FL
- Cost: Completely free (application and approval required)
- Age: Designed for ages 15 and up (14-year-olds may be accepted at the discretion of the Camp Coordinators; 13–14 year-olds can apply for our CIT Program)
What Sets This Program Apart
This is not just a mission trip or a volunteer opportunity. It’s a hands-on discipleship and ministry training program designed for young people who want to take their walk with God seriously. Every day is packed with opportunities to learn, lead, and live out your faith in a real ministry setting.
You’ll be supported and encouraged by a team of experienced Christian leaders, and surrounded by others your age who are eager to grow and serve alongside you.
We believe discipleship is most powerful in a relational, family-style environment, and that's exactly what you'll find here.
Who This Program Is For
We’re looking for students who are:
- Born again believers in Jesus Christ
- Eager to grow in their relationship with God
- Hungry to learn how to share the Gospel
- Open to being mentored and discipled
- Willing to serve with humility, joy, and a teachable spirit
This program is for students who want to be discipled. It works best when young people apply because they feel personally called to grow, not just because a parent encouraged them to.
Apply ASAP, deadline is May 15th
Apply Below - Choose Discipleship/Leadership Program option
Warning: Working at Camp Good News may have a positive impact on your life. CAmp Good News will not be responsible if you find yourself hooked on camp life or daydreaming about camp during class.
