I’m excited to share about a leadership transition taking place at Pine Lake Fellowship Camp.
Kyra (Howell) Kennedy is joining the year-round staff as Program Director, bringing with her a strong commitment to Christ-centered ministry and a deep love for camp. Kyra has served Pine Lake faithfully in various leadership roles from 2019 to 2022, and I am confident in her ability to continue a legacy of leadership over PLFC programming with both energy and spiritual depth. She and her husband, Russell Kennedy moved to Pine Lake in mid-August and will start serving this month! Russell is joining our year-round staff team to serve in guest service and administrative roles. Please join us for Family Camp on Labor Day weekend to greet Kyra and Russell!
Welcome to the Kennedys!
This announcement also provides an opportunity to express heartfelt gratitude to Suzanne Opel, who has served as Program Director since summer 2015. For the last decade, Suzanne has thoughtfully shaped the camper and staff experience to point towards Jesus with thoughtful planning, intentional community, and steady, consistent leadership. Her influence has touched countless lives. She has brought great talent, skills, intention, and enthusiasm to her many, many responsibilities over the years. She leaves a great foundation for the summer program going forward.
“I count it a privilege to serve the Pine Lake family for the last decade and a true gift to see God touch so many lives here at Pine Lake! I’ll certainly miss being at camp every day, but I’m excited to see where the Lord takes me. I’m thankful that Pine Lake is in such capable hands as Matt, Kyra, and Russell’s, and I look forward to volunteering and supporting camp in new ways!” – Suzanne Opel
HOW TO PRAY:
Kyra and Russell – As they begin serving at Pine Lake!
Suzanne – For her next steps and training Kyra over the coming months.
Office Staff Transition – Joslyn Broome-Tucker, Office Admin., is also leaving our year-round team in mid-August to continue school. If you’ve called the office, you’ve been greeted by her warm, hospitable voice. Thank you for serving faithfully over the past two years, Joslyn!
I am thankful for your ongoing support of camp and for your part in what God is doing here.
