Building resilience and faith through summer camp with Danny Loeffelholz

Today’s episode is such a fun one! I’m talking with Danny Loeffelholz all about summer camp and how it helps build resilience, independence, and faith in our kids. We dive into the challenges of letting our kids take risks and the incredible growth that can come from stepping out of their comfort zones.  

Here are four key takeaways from this episode:

• Allowing kids to experience age-appropriate challenges helps them develop resilience and confidence.  
• Camp experiences can deepen kids’ faith and foster personal growth in ways we don’t always expect.  
• Sending kids away can be tough, but it’s an opportunity for them to learn independence and rely on God.  
• Even if a child has a so-so experience at camp, they can still grow from it and want to return!  

Danny Loeffelholz is a camp director, mentor, and advocate for the transformative power of summer camp. With years of experience in Christian camping, he has witnessed firsthand how camp experiences shape kids' faith, character, and resilience.  

If you’ve ever wondered if summer camp is worth it for your kids or struggled with the idea of letting them go, this episode is for you! I hope it encourages you to embrace the opportunities that help our kids grow in confidence and faith.

(05:56) Navigating Parenting Fears and Risks

(08:50) The Importance of Controlled Risks for Kids

(12:01) The Role of Summer Camp in Child Development

(14:56) Influence of Camp Counselors on Kids' Faith

(17:56) Finding Community and Faith in Adolescence

(19:08) The Impact of Christian Camping on Faith Development

(23:23) Navigating Parental Concerns About Camp

(25:48) The Importance of Community and Adventure

(29:00) Growth Through Challenges at Camp

(32:10) The Ultimate Goal: Meeting Christ

(35:02) Resources for Finding the Right Camp

Connect with Danny

Sky Ranch Camps

Instagram

Resources Mentioned

cpgive.org

Christian Camp and Conference Association

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