Discipling Young Hearts at Carolina Camp Meeting

This week at the Carolina Conference Camp Meeting, the Primary and Kindergarten classes are providing meaningful, faith-building experiences for children ages 5 to 9.

The Primary Department, led by Delaney Fox, is running a dynamic program for 7- to 9-year-olds. Each morning begins with songs, memory verses, and engaging Bible lessons taught by a rotating team of pastors, teachers, and volunteers. These lessons are reinforced through art projects, outdoor play, and hands-on activity stations. Each day features a Bible story—from Abraham and Isaac to Jesus calming the storm—helping children build courage and deepen their trust in God.

Evening programs include stories, prayer, and small group discussions that foster reflection and connection. At every session, the team ensures a safe, engaging environment and a smooth trolley ride for parents who prefer to pick up their children at Stuart Auditorium.

Meanwhile, the Kindergarten Department, led by Belquis and José Laporte, is lovingly guiding the 5- and 6-year-olds through a full schedule of music, crafts, nature time, Bible stories, and interactive learning. The program is specially designed to help younger children experience God’s love in fun, age-appropriate ways. This year, their theme is "Castles and Crowns," highlighting the biblical kings and queens God used to bless His people.

Both departments emphasize a Christ-centered atmosphere, consistent routines, and enthusiastic leadership. These children are not just being supervised—they’re being discipled. If you get the chance, be sure to thank the volunteers who have poured hours of preparation into crafting a program that combines fun with faith, activity with learning, and structure with care.

A highlight of the week came Thursday evening when both classes presented two songs each at the main auditorium. It was a touching reminder of the biblical principle: “Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not depart from it.”

— Mauricio Schiavenin

photos by Courtney Herod and Mauricio Schiavenin