Jesus: Camp Director: Simplified Title for 5,000 Campers, 12 Interns, 0 Kitchen Staff

Jesus: Camp Director, a new book by Dr. Dan Bolin, unpacks the feeding of the 5,000 and explores ten universal principles of ministry that Jesus employed very effectively. Despite having only 12 interns and no foodservice department, when 5,000 unexpected campers arrived, Jesus applied these ten powerful principles and performed an amazing miracle. Throughout that camp-like day, Jesus provided a highly effective pattern we can follow as we seek to do God's work, God's way!

In his previous book, Blueprints, Bolin outlined why we do what we do in Christian camping. Jesus: Camp Director looks at how we do what we do. Dan Bolin, the author, worked 25 years at Pine Cove Christian Camps in Texas and served on the board for Christian Camp & Conference Association for 12 years, including two years as chair. As International Director of Christian Camping International, he spent 11 years training and encouraging Christian camping leaders in more than 30 countries. He has authored ten books, spoken at numerous ministry conferences, and publishes a weekly devotion. Currently, he is the president of Refueling in Flight Ministries, a Christian nonprofit organization designed to support his speaking, writing, and event leadership.

Paul Biles, Executive Director of Tejas Camp & Retreats in Texas, states, "Outlining the 10 Principles of Camp Ministry is a biblical master class on many aspects to being a camp leader." Dr. Wayne Braudrick, Lead Pastor of Frisco Bible Church in Texas, comments, "This was an absolutely delightful read! The ideas are insightful and the applications to camp ministry are made with graceful impact."

Evelyn Rivas de Umaña, Executive Director of Christian Camping Latin America, says, "It is incredible how he uncovers the secrets of the Feeding of the 5,000 and translates them into applications in our daily ministerial and personal lives. This book opens new perspectives on the best camp director of all time. Jesus!"

Dathan Brown, Former Executive Director of Hume Lake Christian Camps in California, notes, "The feeding of the 5,000 offers a window into how Jesus approached ministry. This quick read is packed with helpful insights and valuable gems for the Christian camping professional, or about anyone in ministry."

The author, Dan Bolin, met with the reviewer once a month when he first became a camp director. As the reviewer had already been a part of camp life for a decade, he still had a lot to learn, and Dan's mentoring helped tremendously. The reviewer is thankful for many of Dan's teachings in book form.

In conclusion, Jesus: Camp Director by Dr. Dan Bolin is a must-read for Christian camping professionals and anyone in ministry, as it provides a biblical and practical approach to effective leadership and service.

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