Why Does Pine Ridge Exist and What Do We Hope To Accomplish
Our mission is to share and model the message of Jesus in a safe, innovative, and relational setting. We believe that God’s Word—the Bible—is absolutely true and offers the world a message of eternal hope. The Bible tells us that God sent His Son, Jesus, as a gift of hope to a world lost in sin and darkness. Through belief in Jesus’ death and resurrection, every person can have a real and personal relationship with the Creator of the world. In this relationship, believers are empowered to live a new life filled with hope, love, and renewed purpose.
From the Camp Director to our Cabin Leaders to our volunteers, the Pine Ridge team is dedicated to sharing this message of hope and love. We not only speak the message directly from God’s Word, but we also strive to model it in the way we live—in obedience to Christ Jesus. Within this temporary camp community, our team, campers, and guests have the unique opportunity to truly impact one another by living intentionally, drawing each other into deeper, loving relationships with God and with others.
To be successful, Pine Ridge recognizes the importance of cultivating a culture where safety is a top priority. We provide our team with training based on best practices for both physical and emotional safety, and we carefully screen and hire each team member with these priorities in mind.
We also believe that innovation and creativity spark joy and fulfillment. Our team is committed to using all of our resources to provide creative, wildly fun, and enriching experiences for our campers and guests.
At Pine Ridge, we also recognize that God created us for relationship—with Him and with one another. During your time here, you’ll have the chance to strengthen old friendships and form new ones. Whether you’re walking across our 100 acres, sharing a meal, zipping down a hill, paddling across the lake, or worshiping Christ Jesus together, opportunities to connect deeply are all around.
Our vision is to be a place where children, youth, and individuals with special needs from across Michigan—and even around the world—can encounter Christ through this kind of meaningful, joy-filled experience.
Core Values
What is important to Pine Ridge?
Building Lives on God’s Word
We passionately live out and teach that the Bible is our authority in life.
Working with Creativity & Excellence
In every area of Camp, including our programs, facilities, communications, and work, we desire to honor Jesus by doing our best.
Walking with Integrity
We will be an example to our campers, parents, donors, volunteers, and community in upright living.
Loving Kids
We will love every child as if they were our own. Anyone that comes to Pine Ridge is welcome to be part of our family.
Checking for Safety
Camp will provide safety in relationships and physical activity so that God’s love can move without hindrance.
Having A Blast
Camp will be a place for campers and guests to play and have fun in God’s creation.
