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CAMP TESTIMONIALS
“My favorite part about Barefoot is the campers and the counselors because they all treated me like their brother. This was something that is completely different from the thing I’m around all the time and I loved it.”
“My favorite part of camp was creative writing. My instructor really helped me think about my writing.”
“My favorite part about Barefoot is the worship and the family devotion with my republic- just talking with the guys has given us a chance to share our experiences.”
“My favorite part about Barefoot was the worship time. I got to celebrate and rejoice with my brothers and sisters in Christ.”
"My favorite thing about Barefoot is that there are so many options here; if you want to you can be a photographer, a painter…you can be whatever you want. It’s great!”
“I loved the brave heart battle. It was amazing. I felt like it was my mission to protect my counselors!”
“Barefoot makes me feel at home. These people love you unconditionally and for that I am grateful.”
“I felt like the girls I met were long lost sisters. Every activity here was always fun, new and exciting.”
“The thing that surprised me about Barefoot is how different groups of people can come together in unity.”
“There is something unique about this camp. It totally shatters every preconceived thought about different races or socioeconomic standards and you are able to see into people’s hearts for who they are”
“Barefoot reminded me that God uses broken weak vessels to share the Gospel.”
“At Barefoot I realized the importance of intentionally bringing diverse kids together to live in community and learn more about Jesus.”
“I felt like this was my second home with all of my brothers and sisters.”
“My favorite part of camp was chapel. The speakers were encouraging as well as inspirational. I learned that God has an unconditional love for me and no matter what poor decisions I may make, he will always forgive me.”
“My favorite part of camp was the skate park. I learned a lot about other cultures and now realize that because of being here my relationship with God is stronger.”
“Counselors and campers really helped to keep people positive and raise each others’ self-esteem.”
“This camp was the best camp I ever have been to. I made friends with my whole cabin and learned that no matter what I do God will always be there for me.”
“My favorite part of camp was growing stronger in my walk with God. I even tried playing the guitar. Now I am more open and praising God for the simple things in life. Camp was awesome!”
“The most positive thing was watching how people from different races and backgrounds came together.”
“We had life changing teaching and people were saved.”
“I also made new friends that are all so different and awesome.”
“I learned a lot about diversity. I made friends with a variety of people from different backgrounds and learned how big of a change God can make.”
“Barefoot has taught me not to judge a book by its cover, and that God loves us more than we could even imagine.”
“Its so amazing to see the kids learn and grow throughout the week. Barefoot is such a wonderful experience I always look forward to coming back each summer.”
“I learned that everything you've done in your past can be washed away if you ask Jesus into your heart.”
“Being at camp allowed me to practice my favorite sport and learn about God through praise and worship.”
“Barefoot encouraged me to step out of my comfort zone. I realized that skin is just skin.”
“Getting to know and become friends with people from other races and cultures was by far the highlight of Barefoot Republic.”
“Barefoot Camp is like a mountain where you can get closer with God, receive encouragement, relaxation, wisdom and training for the battle going on down below.”
“The most positive thing about Barefoot was learning things about myself that I didn't know.”
“I definitely have more respect for people of another race. What I learned here will stick with me my whole life.”
“Through my time as a counselor for Barefoot Republic Camp I have experianced Christ through the relationships built with these kids in a way I had never known before. His face is in their faces.”
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