And Now... Grandpa

I have held many titles over my lifetime so far, but on August 4th I took on the title of Grandpa for the first time. Hadassah Marie Toth was born to Joshua and Madelyn; a healthy 8# 5oz. girl. I will continue to practice teasing in order to live up to my new title but
will forgo purchasing a recliner for the time being. Grandma Jennifer is as proud as a momma grand-bear and takes great joy in "baby holding time."

Christain Service Brigade has had a significant role in helping develop the biblical character of both Hadassah's father and her grandfather. Maybe, Lord willing, Christian Service Brigade will play a significant role in the development of her husband's character as well...

Pray for Madelyn and Joshua as they step into their new role as mom and dad. It took about a week for them to return to as normal as life will be for the next 18+ years. They are doing a great job already! 

Ohio Brigade Camp 2024 in the books!

 

Thank you for your prayer, support, and participation in Ohio Brigade Camp 2024! Another powerful season of ministry in now a part of our exciting history.

Ohio Brigade Camp 2024 served 419 campers over a 3 1/2-week period. They were served by 85 Sr. Staff, 11 Junior Counselors and 16 Service Crew over that 3 1/2-week period. We recorded 4 first-time decisions to follow Christ, 5 rededications, and 22 who came to leaders for prayer for special issues. We know there were other decisions which were not recorded. 

A highlight, from my perspective as the Regional Director for Christian Service Brigade, is the stellar development of our junior leaders - our Junior Counselors ages 15-18. One of our primary objectives is for Brigade camp to be a tool to help raise up the next generation of leaders for the church. The Lord blessed us with a group of 11 quality young men, and the senior leadership team has stepped up to the plate to train up these young men for service. The growth and service of these 11 young men was outstanding. I'm really excited about the vision of our director, Greg Seifert, and our leadership team in this important area or raising up our next generation. I'm excited about how the Lord is using Brigade Camp to help young men become the men God has called them to be in leading in their families, in the church, and in their communities!

The success of Ohio Brigade Camp belongs to the Lord and to those who allow God to work through them as they serve. Recently Greg Seifert, our camp director, mentioned, "... the outstanding adult men and women that help us at camp.  Many of these people have been serving for years, some even decades.  Watching the men leading our Bible-studies, watching over their daily activities, teach them crafts or skills, and probably not sleeping very much is a true privilege to see.  I am humbled by the dedication and commitment that our senior counselors give to the campers, all the way from our small daughters to our high school seniors.  I would be remiss if I didn’t specifically mention our women volunteers:  without them our very successful father-daughter camp simply couldn’t exist.  They are amazing and awesome!"

"There are many aspects to running a summer camp, ranging from the mundane and selfless to the glorious.  As I guided and watched camp progress, my heart grew ever more in love with our mission."

"Our Lord’s work is indeed being accomplished...!"  

Well said Greg! Thank you all, and praise the Lord!

Buncher family loses dad and grandfather

Pray for the Buncher family as they experience the unexpected loss of Dean and Dave's father, Noah and Bob's grandfather. Bryan J. Buncher laid his crowns at the feet of Jesus July 28th at age 76. Visitation is August 1st and funeral August 2nd.

Bryan J. Buncher obituary.

Father-Son Spring Getaway 2024

May 3rd & 4th

Get an early taste of summer camp!

Quality Time for Fathers and Sons at Scenic Stony Glen (grades 1-12)

• Programming includes FOSSIL HIKE, riflery, archery, 2-liter bottle rockets, devotions, & more.
• Your choice of comfortable cabins or tent camping, along with Friday night dinner and Saturday breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Bring your own bedding.
• Free-time activities include scenic hikes, fishing, and games (Bring your own fishing tackle)

More Information Here

The Passing of Joe Scarcella (1961-2023)

Joseph H. Scarcella went to be with our Lord and Saviour on September 20th after a short battle with a shockingly aggressive cancer.

Joe grew up in Christian Service Brigade and has been participating and serving in local Brigade ministries throughout most of his life. He has been a leader in Tree Climbers, Stockade, and Battalion at the Chapel of Akron. Joe has been a camp counselor and even an interim camp director at Ohio Brigade Camp. He has been serving on the Stony Glen Camp board of directors.

Joe lived out 2 Timothy 2:2 well, in Brigade fashion. He learned from faithful men, lived as a faithful man, and taught others to be faithful as well. We will miss him until we see Him face to face.

Joseph Scarcella Obituary

 

Terry Osman, 82, passed away March 12, 2023

 

Terry Osman was known in the Ohio Brigade community for his long-time dedication to leading at Stow Alliance Fellowship, Ohio Brigade Camp, archery... and Osman Pies. My generation always looked forward to complimentary deliveries of pies at summer camp - enough to feed the whole camp!! He was a generous supporter of Brigade Camp, the regional organization, and regional director with his talents, hobbies and businesses. We will miss him until we see Him face to face.

Terry's Obituary

Father Son Winter Getaway 2022

 

Friday Night December 2^nd & Saturday December 3^rd 

Check-in: Friday 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm            Finish: Saturday by 6:30 pm 

Quality Time Together

for Fathers and Sons (grades 1-12)at Scenic:

Stony Glen Camp

5300 W. Loveland Rd.

Madison, Ohio   44057

 Cabin Accommodations: $99.00 per pair

Additional Son/s $40.00 per

(Cabin Space is Limited) 

*Saturday only OR Tent Accommodations: $57.00 per pair

Additional Son/s $25.00 per

*Saturday only – arrive by 7:30 if you want breakfast – by 8:30 if you do not

 

·      Activities include Geocaching, Nerf gun war/game, .22 Rifle range, & More 

·       Comfortable cabins along with Friday night dinner and Saturday breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Bring your own bedding and bring your Bibles. 

·       Free-time activities include scenic hikes, fishing, and games (Bring your own fishing tackle)

MORE INFO AND REGISTRATION