Testimonials
There are lots of great reasons to send your son on GENTS, or to persuade your parents to let you come! Check them out below.
Parents:
“…My son Will has come home from camp having had one of the most wonderful life experiences so far. We have heard about every challenge, what he has learnt from the scriptures, all the antics and what he needs to do to possibly have an opportunity to help one day! It sounded like every boy should have a chance to do these camps. Could you also please pass on our thanks to the two leaders he shared his cabin with as they have been wonderful to him and very tolerant of his enthusiasm for life! Once again thanks a million, it has been life changing for Will…”
“…It is so great in today’s society to know that groups of young men can get together and support the students in a drug free, safe environment. Parents like myself are very grateful for your Christian outlook on life that enables young people today to enjoy life and have the opportunity to participate in such events and get them off that couch, away from technology and have a great time during the holidays…”
“… I would like to take this opportunity to thank you and all those involved for all you do to make Jesus real for young people, especially males. I have tried to bring up my son with Christian values, but it has been difficult as his father is not a strong believer. Your camps reinforce God’s never-ending love for us and my son comes home so excited and so completely devoted to our Lord Jesus. Thank you! Since attaining a teacher position in an all-girls private school in Toowoomba, I have seen the importance of teaching the separate genders in their own unique way. I’m not sure how you do it, but your camp for young males must have this speciality which educates boys and gives them the strength to stand up for what they believe in. Peer pressure is a particularly strong influence for boys of my sons’ age, so let me again thank you for your positive and effective deliverance of God’s message through GENTS Camp…”
“…It was his first SU Camp and the first time he had ever been away from home for such a long period of time, but he said it was awesome and is already saying he would like to go to it again next year!! Perhaps the kids don’t say it to you but we as parents really appreciate the time and huge effort you all put into making camps like this such a success and we are so grateful to God that there are such camps for our boys to attend where they not only have heaps of fun but learn lots about God…”
“…My husband and I just want you to know that we have never seen our grandson so animated as when he came home from GENTS camp. He was buzzing with what happened and can’t wait to go to another Camp. You guys must have really hit the right target with him because he just was so happy. The input into these kids lives will be felt long after it has finished. They have such a fantastic time but also they are challenged spiritually and that to me is such a great combination…”
Campers:
“…My son Will has come home from camp having had one of the most wonderful life experiences so far. We have heard about every challenge, what he has learnt from the scriptures, all the antics and what he needs to do to possibly have an opportunity to help one day! It sounded like every boy should have a chance to do these camps. Could you also please pass on our thanks to the two leaders he shared his cabin with as they have been wonderful to him and very tolerant of his enthusiasm for life! Once again thanks a million, it has been life changing for Will…”
GENTS Camp is arguably the best camp a guy could go on; Christian or not. There is so much fun stuff to do! The SP.I.T. times are really inspirational and have influenced who I am today. GENTS Camp has also toughened me up for the real world and being an assistant leader helps me give back into the lives of young men. – Chris Lehman
GENTS camp… There is much to say that can’t even begin to describe the difference it has made in my life and the lives around me. For me it really communicates a fierce, goal-driven, risk-taker side of Jesus that is masculine and about fighting for what’s right! Not only does it encourage me to be a real man in God but to also represent Christian values in a real, down-to-earth way in every day living. – Daniel Bignall
GENTS camp really helped keep me on the straight and narrow. I have been on one every year since I was in grade 8 and I am now a first year Uni student and have been a leader on GENTS! Guys, if you are looking for an awesome way to test your manliness, toughness and bravery, this is your camp! But all the awesome activities fade away when it comes to the close encounter you have with God. I’m not sure I can do the camp justice! Truly epic! – Will Lehman
GENTS Camp, just WOW. It’s hard for me to think where I would be if I didn’t go on GENTS Camp in 2005. It helped me take a grip of my own faith and since then I have never let go. I am so privileged to still be going on GENTS since 2005 – moving up from camper, to assistant leader and now a leader – but most of all to see so many guys have their eyes opened to the wonder of God. – Tom Grealy
GENTS camp influenced who I am today! I have met many amazing people who have helped me through issues that I have faced and am still facing today, not only that but have influenced me in a way to lead a God-driven life. Starting as a camper and moving up through the ranks, I am now a leader and a fully fledged MAN! As a leader, I have now been given responsibility to reach out to the kids and share the amazing news of the gospel to those who come along as campers. GENTS camp is an amazing ministry to get involved in and it really does change the lives of kids today. I know… cause its changed mine! – Peter Greenwood
