Springs of Life Camp 's: Outreach Ministries: "from Hotel Hill" with Chris and Amanda Hughes

Find "BE REAL: The Podcast" on YouTube! Listen in as Chris and Amanda are interviewed by Daniel and Chad about Springs of Life Camp and our ministry to Patrick County, VA. Visit www.springsoflifecamp.org for more info!

"The Rural American Church Mission Field" - Helping Country Churches Thrive - Fred Stromberg In this episode, we’re joined by Fred Stromberg who currently serves as Pastor at Azalea Community Church in Azelea, Oregon.  So far throughout their journey in vocational missions, Fred and his wife Cindy have served as missionaries in Honduras, church planters in the Western United States, yout...

Listen to this Special Episode that was recorded from the Alumni Town Hall and Member Board meeting held at Springs of Life Camp on September 15, 2023. We began our time together by worshipping the Lord together in song, in the Word, and by praising Him through a special moment of testimony.  This devotional was led by Pastor Neil Wood, former Camp Pastor for Changing for Christ Camp week and our...

Join Amanda and Chris as they introduce Season 6: The Spiritual Warfare Series.  Spiritual Warfare is something we each encounter every day.  While it doesn't manifest the same way in every ones life, it has the real and common goal to distract us from God's Reality and sovereign plan: that all things work together for His glory and our good. We look forward to how the Lord leads in this...

Listen to this Special Episode that was recorded from the Alumni Town Hall and Member Board meeting held at Springs of Life Camp on April 21, 2023. This devotional was special requested by Pastor Neil Wood to be led by Pastor Tony Hart from Hiawassee, VA.  Both of these Pastors have had the privilege of leading Snowville Baptist Church through different seasons of ministry.  Listen to Pastor Neil...

Welcome to the Titans of Ministry series where we sit down with some of the most influential leaders in the Church who were crucial in developing the men and women we became.  Most of us remember significant moments over our own lives that shaped who we are, but rarely do we pause to think about the experiences in someone else’s life that fueled their own passion to pour themselves into our own li...

Welcome to the Titans of Ministry series where we sit down with some of the most influential leaders in the Church who were crucial in developing the men and women we became.  Most of us remember significant moments over our own lives that shaped who we are, but rarely do we pause to think about the experiences in someone else’s life that fueled their own passion to pour themselves into our own li...

Welcome to the Titans of Ministry series where we sit down with some of the most influential leaders in the Church who were crucial in developing the men and women we became.  Most of us remember significant moments over our own lives that shaped who we are, but rarely do we pause to think about the experiences in someone else’s life that fueled their own passion to pour themselves into our own li...

We sit down with Debbie Tapscott Franklin of the "Creekside Coffee Bug" in Winston Salem, NC. Debbie served as a summer camp staffer at Patrick Springs Bible Conference in the 1960’s through the early 1970’s while growing up in Richmond, VA and never looked back from following Jesus.  Listen in as we reflect on the importance of faithful father figures and discuss the intricate handiwork...

Serving as a Camp Pastor for the “Changing for Christ” (formerly “Abundant Life”) week of Summer Bible Camp, Pastor Neil and Ms. Lynn represent the Church of Roanoke Valley in more ways than just their identity as a local church pastor.  Growing up in eastern NC, Neil has used his roots and the power of slow cooking meat as a means for building relationships in the Church for more than 30 years. A...

We begin our “Breaking-Down Legalism in the Denominations” series where we intentionally take on topics that have divided the Church for generations.  In this episode we are joined by David Wise, a seasoned missionary stationed right here in Patrick County, who’s family has dedicated their life to “Taking the Gospel to the Spanish Speaking World” in the country of Paraguay.   Growing up in the Chu...

We sit down with Luke and Amy from Amateur Parenting, to talk about our perspective of Spiritual Wellness in the family.   Listen in as Amanda and Chris discuss why prioritizing our spiritual lives has never been more important as we navigate life and achieve our goals for Christian Living. More from Amateur Parenting: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/amateur-parenting/id1509364987 To learn m...

Continuing the Titans of Ministry series where we sit down with some of the most influential leaders in the Church who were crucial in developing the men and women we became.  Most of us remember significant moments over our own lives that shaped who we are, but rarely do we pause to think about the experiences in someone else’s  life that fueled their own passion to pour themselves into our own l...

Today we begin the Titans of Ministry series where we sit down with some of the most influential leaders in the Church who were crucial in developing the men and women we became.  Most of us remember significant moments over our own lives that shaped who we are, but rarely do we pause to think about the experiences in someone else’s  life that fueled their own passion to pour themselves into our o...

We are joined by Gabe Aron from Goodwill Baptist Church in Richmond Virginia where God is using the Gabe and his family to draw them closer to Him. Listen in to PART 1  as Gabe shares part of his own story of developing a relationship with Christ that continues to shape lives through the people he serves. To learn more about Springs of Life Camp : https://www.springsoflifecamp.org/ To learn more a...

We are joined by Gabe Aron from Goodwill Baptist Church in Richmond Virginia where God is using the Gabe and his family to draw them closer to Him. Listen in to PART 2 as Gabe shares part of his own vision for developing relationships that lead people to Christ. To learn more about Springs of Life Camp : https://www.springsoflifecamp.org/ To learn more about Springs of Life Camp's: Outreach M...

We are joined by Dusty and Maria Gilliland from On Faith Ministries in Richmond Virginia.  God is using the Gilliland family to reach out to people during some of the most challenging moments in their lives, loving them unconditionally no matter where they find themselves. Listen in as Maria and Dusty share part of their own story as God uses On Faith to not only meet the physical needs of hurting...

We are joined by Amber Hutchens for our last session in our 6 part series from the Armored Ladies Conference.  In her own community, Amber connects with families through leading praise and worship music and youth ministries to help them find their true identity: children of the Most High King.  Listen in as Amber shares a part of her own story in Armoring up in Righteousness to guard against the w...

We are joined by Lori Morrison for our next session in our 6 part series from the Armored Ladies Conference.  Lori leads in our community by her example as a mother, wife, and mentor in the Church while building a legacy for God that whoever she encourages will never forget. Listen in as Melody shares a part of her own story in Armoring up in Truth and living between God’s goodness and His Soverei...

We are joined by Gabrielle Walker for our next session in our 6 part series from the Armored Ladies Conference.  Gabrielle uses the Israeli marshal-art form: Krav Maga, as a tool and platform for discipleship.  Answering real-life questions like “What is violence, and how does God expect His children to respond to violence”. Listen in as Gabrielle shares a part of her own story in Armoring up in S...

We are joined by Deb Aguilar for our next session in our 6 part series from the Armored Ladies Conference.  With over 2 decades of ministry experience, Deb serves as a licensed Counselor and uses her platform to help people regain hope by developing the skills needed to persevere and overcome life’s trials. Listen in as Deb shares a part of her own story in Armoring up in Mental Health, to help br...

We begin our 6 part series from the Armored Ladies Conference with our guest Grace Helms .  Grace is truly a light for Jesus in our community here in Patrick County.  Spending the school year as a vocational art-teacher, Grace uses her platform as a ministry in itself, devoting herself to helping families see the world from all angles, palettes and hues. Listen in as Grace shares part of her regim...

We are joined by Melody Hester for our next session in our 6 part series from the Armored Ladies Conference.  Melody has encouraged families all over the world by using her platform in ministry to pour out her passion for a deeper relationship with Jesus in to others, right where there are. Listen in as Melody shares a part of her own story in Armoring up in Truth and living between God’s goodness...

We sit down with Delphine and her son Michael Conn, 2 members of a family who have served in the Church for many years.  Playing music, playing outside, and playing with children, listen in as the Conn’s talk about their passion for impacting communities by being willing to simply go and serve…. To learn more about Springs of Life Camp : https://www.springsoflifecamp.org/ To learn more about Sprin...

We are interviewed by Taylor Boyd; an up and coming newspaper reporter with The Enterprise, "The Voice of the people of Patrick County since 1876".  We couldn’t wait to invite her over after she reached out about an interview on the effects that Covid had on Summer Camp.  Taylor has been a resident of the county all her life, yet interesting to note, knew nothing about Springs of Life Ca...