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13 Summers at Carolina Creek

Thirteen summers. That’s how long I’ve called Carolina Creek home. What started as a summer job turned into over a decade of ministry, leadership, creativity, and some of the most meaningful work of my life. As this chapter comes to an end — not just for me but for Carolina Creek itself — I’ve been […]

I didn’t expect to cry walking into an arena. But there I was—nineteen years old, bleary-eyed from the drive, carrying the usual mix of college-kid exhaustion and quiet cynicism—and the moment I stepped inside the arena where that year’s Passion Conference was being held, I felt something crack open. It wasn’t the music, or the […]

Exploring Hawking Hills State Park

On a recent visit to see my friend Zach in Ohio, we decided to take an afternoon hike at Hawking Hills State Park. The weather was great, and it was the perfect chance to get outside and enjoy some fresh air.
Season 3 of Lone Star Lights was our most magical yet—an unforgettable finale filled with wonder, warmth, and meaningful moments shared.

Creating the Magic of Lone Star Lights 2024: What’s New This Season

Step into the magic: Lone Star Lights 2024 debuts a 100-ft light tunnel, Yuletide Square, and thrilling Arctic Adventures.

Finding Terlingua

In December of 2020, my grandfather, uncle, family friend and I went on a memorable trip to Terlingua, Texas, with the goal of locating a piece of land my grandfather had acquired over four decades ago. The trip took us across hundreds of miles, weaving through the diverse and breathtaking landscapes of Texas. As we […]