At Camp Mount Luther, we strive to plant children of God in Good SOIL. SOIL is an acronym for our four key values: spiritual formation, outdoor adventure, intentional community, and leadership development. The Good SOIL blog is one way that we share those key values beyond the bounds of our 400 acres.
By Chad Hershberger A fun cartoon owl graced the front of a card we received in the mail recently. Inside, in a child’s handwriting, were these simple words: “Thank you so much for funding camp this year. Because of you, I can spend more time during fun activities with my friends at CML.” The […]
By Chad Hershberger At the end of August, I enjoyed some time away from camp, resting from the busy summer season. I also paused and reflected on the good summer we had and decided that once again I would put together my “Top 10 Highlights” of this year’s camping season. And, like all good countdowns, […]
By Chad Hershberger Camp Mount Luther recently wrapped up its 2026 summer camping season, welcoming approximately 335 campers for eight weeks of faith, friendship, outdoor adventure, and community. This summer, 176 campers participated in on-site programs, including mini camps, day camps, weeklong camps, and family camp. Campers spent their days swimming, creating crafts, playing games, […]
By Chad Hershberger Reflections from the Pavillion I’m writing this after Wednesday afternoon snack time. I sat in the pavilion and observed our campers this week interacting with one another while they ate their bag of Cheez-its. My mind wondered, pondering how these peer-to-peer, in-person human interactions are where relationships are built. Sharing food, looking […]
