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7 months ago

Turning Point

By David Horace Perkins, Ph.D. Spiritual Formation Purpose and Mission Marriage

My parents, Horace and Carol Sue, were at Sandy Cove from its beginning in 1946. That first summer my mother was there as Carol Sue Palmer. She was the new bride of George Palmer Jr, namesake of Dr. George A. Palmer, Sandy Cove’s founder. Having studied voice at Philadelphia’s Curtis Institute, Mom was the musical voice of Morning

9 months ago

Reflections of a Dream Vacation

Family & Parenting Spiritual Formation Family Camp Purpose and Mission Events Marriage

Reconnecting after deployment is crucial for the well-being of military families. The time spent apart can create emotional distance, stress, and challenges in communication. Through the Operation Oasis Scholarship program -- funded by our generous donors -- hundreds of families have been blessed with a free stay at Sandy Cove. We see firsthand

last year

The Power of the Family Vacation

by Christi Milligan Family & Parenting Spiritual Formation Family Camp Single | Single Parent

In today's fast-paced world, families are often juggling multiple responsibilities, from work and school to extracurricular activities and household chores. That's exactly why taking time off together as a family is so important. A family vacation offers numerous benefits that contribute to the overall well-being and happiness of both parents

last year

Fanning the Flame: The Value of a Marriage Retreat

Spiritual Formation Events Marriage

Maintaining a healthy and thriving marriage can sometimes take a backseat in the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Demands from work, family, and other commitments can gradually erode the bond between couples. That's why taking time out for a marriage retreat can be an invaluable investment in your relationship. Find a Fresh ConnectionMarriage

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Reflections of God's Love

Loren Grace Bond Spiritual Formation Family Camp

Recently, my son gifted me the opportunity to write the stories of my life and have them bound into a book. The publishing company offered prompts to assist in writing chapters about significant people and experiences in my first 60 years. One of the prompts was, “What places have you traveled to over and over again?” Although there

last year

Walking in Faith

By Tori Thompson Spiritual Formation Family Camp Purpose and Mission

I am regularly reminded of how Sandy Cove shaped my childhood and my faith. One of my earliest memories is sitting at a table in the back of the Water’s Edge Dining Room with my parents and grandparents. We each had a small plate with strawberries, marshmallows, and Rice Krispie treats covered in chocolate. We sat and talked while waiting

a few years ago

A Story Fashioned by God

Spiritual Formation Purpose and Mission

One of my favorite questions is, “How did you first come to know about Sandy Cove, and when did you first come here?” Many of you may remember my longtime executive assistant, Carol Lee (Perkins) Lynch. She teased me that I needed to write a story called “Dish Pit to Director’s Office.” After all these years, here

a few years ago

Surrendering to God

Angel Baker Spiritual Formation

At the beginning of January, a lot of people choose a word that will define their year ahead. For me, I choose my word at the end of the year. I see what word comes up time and time again that God has revealed to me throughout the year, one that resonates with my heart and teaches me things, one that aligns with things going on in my life, and

a few years ago

To Every Season

by Christi Milligan Spiritual Formation Family Camp Purpose and Mission

Once a month, Neil Fichthorn hosts a Zoom call with more than a dozen former Sandy Cove staff members. Many of them were musicians and singers who performed under Neil’s direction at the height of the ministry’s storied summer concerts. Nearly 50 years later, the memories and ongoing connections are powerful to Neil, whose career

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