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Kids Camps

  • Ryan Coatney

    Ryan Coatney is the founder and pastor of Grace Story Church in Nashville, TN, and the creator of Cross Formed Kids, a discipleship curriculum for families aimed at building a faith that lasts. He has two decades of experience teaching children, both as a camp and event speaker and “small batch” as a classical school teacher. Ryan and his wife Emily live in Nashville with their three kids.

  • Zack Owens

    Zack is a pastor, counselor, and LFR alumnus who has been sharing the gospel with children for the past 15 years in schools, summer camps, and churches. Combining music, storytelling, and in depth Bible study, Zack seeks to make the richness of Scripture compelling and accessible for even the youngest kids.

  • Steve Winger

    The “Juggler for Jesus” makes the message of the Gospel come alive with his world class combination of juggling, comedy and challenging biblical teaching. You never know what you may see flying through the air: raw eggs, machetes, cannon balls, globes, or giant Chinese YoYos. Get ready to get involved as you enjoy the powerful message of this creative artist.

    Learn more about Steve here.

  • PJ Keen

    My name is PJ Keen, and I am the Children’s Pastor at Brandon Baptist Church in Brandon, MS. I have a beautiful wife named Jordan and two incredible sons: Jude and Quinn. Jordan and I worked with CentriKid as staff members between 2013 and 2016. We are very passionate about camp ministry.

Student Camps

  • Steve Miller

    Steve teaches the message of “Christ in you the hope of glory” in a powerful way. He often draws from the Old Testament accounts of men like Noah, Jonah, Daniel, Abraham, and David to bring home the richness of the Christ-life that was shadowed beautifully in the lives of those important men of the faith. Steve has a depth, humility and passion for Christ that radiates through his anointed teaching. He has been the author of our Student Camp Bible Studies for many years.

  • Walt Barnes

    Walt is a graduate of Ole Miss, NOBTS, and a doctoral candidate at SEBTS. He is pastor of New Palestine Baptist Church in Picayune, MS. He is passionate about expository preaching that helps students understand the meaning and application of God’s Word. His wife Catherine is an electrical engineer with Mississippi Power. They have 2 daughters: Izzy and Lottie Moon.

  • Jason Curry

    Jason is a student pastor and a frequent speaker at student camps & retreats. He is an avid college football fan and loves the outdoors— especially duck and deer hunting. Jason is married to his high school sweetheart, Courtney. They have two daughters, Carson & Cameron. His powerful message of the transformation that happened in his own life and that is available to all in Christ has made him a favorite at Lake Forest. Jason is also the founder of Finish Empty®.

    Learn more at finishempty.com

  • Creekwater (Student Camp Worship)

    This eclectic praise band based in Hattiesburg, MS debuted in 2025 and we are excited to have them back for summer 2026!!

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