A Summer Staff Testimony: It’s OK to Ask for Help
August 11th, 2023
Jacob B. served with enthusiasm this summer in TN. Summer Staff, although it’s exciting, is also exhausting and humbling. Jacob wisely admits that he has limitations and needs God and others to help h...  Read More
Back to School Reflection Guide
August 9th, 2023
We hope your summer has been fruitful and fun! With school starting soon for most of you (or already for some of you!), we wanted to offer you and your students this tool. We know from the feedback we...  Read More
A Summer Staff Testimony: Honesty Produces More Honesty
July 31st, 2023
Crystal H. is serving with TEAMeffort this summer in PA. Crystal’s spiritual life has flourished at camp because of her relationship with others. She is learning from them, they’re keeping her account...  Read More
A Summer Staff Testimony: God is Always Drawing Near to Us
July 16th, 2023
Jordyn J. is serving with TEAMeffort this summer in TN. God is working in her life as he uses her to bless and encourage others. He continues to show me that there’s a purpose for everything and all t...  Read More
When the Going Gets Tough, The Tough Get... Accountability
June 29th, 2023
Accountability is something we talk a lot about at TEAMeffort. Our office staff and summer staff are regularly involved in keeping others accountable and having others keep them accountable. We believ...  Read More
Congratulations to the Class of 2023
June 4th, 2023
Most likely by now, the graduating class of 2023 has turned the tassel, tossed the caps, and shed the regalia. Congratulations on this milestone and all the hard work that went into it! Our oldest gra...  Read More
Who Cares? A Study of Jonah
May 21st, 2023
Congratulations on finishing your spring semester of college! We hope your summer will be fruitful and fun. Along those lines, summer often provides a good opportunity to spend a little extra time in ...  Read More
Summer is for Growing, Knowing, and Going
May 13th, 2023
My kids are counting the days until school’s out for summer! Because schools start in early August here in Florida, we only have 16 days to go!If we asked the majority of students what they’re looking...  Read More
Showing and Sharing
April 28th, 2023
When did you first hear the good news of the gospel? Do you remember the person you heard it from? Did you respond right away, repenting of your sin and turning to follow Jesus, or was it a while afte...  Read More
Spend Your Summer Doing Something Life-Changing
April 23rd, 2023
Are you still not sure exactly how you want to spend your summer? Maybe you’d love to work in missions at a Christian camp but have too much school debt and think you won’t make enough money. You migh...  Read More
Communication is the Key to a Happy Dorm Room
April 12th, 2023
It’s hard to believe that another semester and year of college is almost over. The places and people on campus that seemed so unfamiliar a few months ago, are now a regular part of life. You’ve finall...  Read More
It Takes a Church: Sending Your Youth Group Off Well
March 26th, 2023
In just a few months, the church of tomorrow will be heading out your church doors for their TEAMeffort Missions Trip. We pray it will be a significant experience in their relationship with Jesus and ...  Read More
Clearing the Clutter to Spend Time with God
March 5th, 2023
Reading the Bible and spending time in prayer probably seems like a luxury you as a college student can’t afford. It’s hard enough to find space that’s quiet and at least semi-private, and maybe even ...  Read More
Why Our Campers Think You Should “Just do it!”
February 15th, 2023
If you’re still considering options for your youth group this summer, here are some favorite things former campers share about their TEAMeffort camp experiences. The staff is one of the best things ab...  Read More
Christian Students: The Most Important Thing You Can Remember this Semester
February 10th, 2023
You have a lot on your mind. You’ve gotten your syllabi and see the research paper deadlines, assigned readings, labs, and study groups. You know (or at least really hope!) it’s going to get done but ...  Read More
5 Reasons You Should Bring Your Youth Group to a TEAMeffort Camp
January 29th, 2023
Youth Ministry is exciting and exhausting. The students are energetic, spontaneous, and always up for a good time. As their leader, you try to maximize these qualities by planning cool activities that...  Read More
What Mary’s Pierced Heart Can Teach Moms This Christmas
December 20th, 2022
We hold our babies, swaddle them, sing to them. We study their hands unwrapping their fingers' grip on ours, wondering if they’ll be able to palm a basketball or reach an octave on the piano. We love ...  Read More
When It’s Hard to Go Home for Christmas Break
December 14th, 2022
The last papers are submitted and you wish studying for finals was the biggest stressor in your life.  If only preparing for what awaits you at home at the end of the week was as easy as memorizing th...  Read More
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