Life at Camp Koinonia by Taylor Snyder
Working at Camp Koinonia has been amazing! I worked in many different areas. I became a certified target sport instructor, where I was able to help lead archery, hatchet throwing, archery tag, and slingshots. Through leading in these areas it would bring a smile to my face watching campers find something new and fun that they enjoy! My main area of focus was working in the camp kitchen. Many walk into this job not wanting to work in the kitchen, but in the time that I worked, the kitchen was my favorite spot to be! The atmosphere is always so welcoming and exciting, music is constantly playing, smiles are brought out and you can hear nothing but laughter! It was working in the kitchen that led me to creating such amazing friendships because of the welcoming atmosphere and a safe place to just be me. It’s always a blast to be able to spend time with those you work with outside of working hours too. Whether its just getting dinner, or sharing gifts at a Christmas party, singing karaoke at a staff night, or even just going out to see a movie together, it will always be a blast!
Camp Koinonia is amazing at welcoming everyone! Not in one moment did I feel judged or looked at funny for just being me. Instead the community around me welcomed me with open arms and joined in on the wacky fun! Camp Koinonia has opened so many doors for me, one of them was creating friendships that I will last a lifetime! One of my most favorite memories from working at camp was getting the chance to share my talent involving music. Last winter we held a snow camp for families to come stay at camp and enjoy winter fun including bingo night, sledding on our sledding hills, and more. That Sunday morning we held a little church service for the families staying that weekend where I was asked to help lead in worship. I’ll never forget the feeling of warmth and joy it brought me to be able to help lead everyone in worship. Not only did it help me rest in the lord and feel his joy and love to me while leading, but as well to the families who where there.
Through times of change and hardship, a verse to always help calm the storm, to help show and share peace: “Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:4-7
