The Susquodcast

The Susquodcast is a podcast dedicated to all things Camp Susque. Camp Susque is a non-profit Christian camp located in north-central Pennsylvania. Established in 1947, we exist to help you Experience Your Creator.

39. The owner's manual. - Kelly Knowlden

Today on the Susquodcast we hear one last time from Kelly Knowlden. This is the third and final message of Kelly's we are featuring from this year's counselor orientation. Expect to hear how the Bible serves as our owner's manual for life and how to look to it for help as we live in this broken world. This message was recorded outside in Camp Susque's pavilion on June 13th, 2024. For more information about Camp Susque, visit susque.org.

10-23
52:58

38. Looking beyond our circumstances. - Kelly Knowlden - Orientation 2024

Is salvation merely meant to change our behavior? Is sin just a matter of doing bad things? Or do we need a radical interior change? On today's episode of the Susquodcast, you'll hear another message from Kelly Knowlden recorded during the Summer 2024 Counselor Orientation. Expect to learn how our problems go deeper than our circumstances, how sin influences the way we think, and how to change the stories we tell ourselves every day. If you haven't already, be sure to listen to episode 37 of the podcast to hear the preceding message! For more information about Camp Susque, visit susque.org.

10-09
42:53

37. Blame, shame, curse. - Kelly Knowlden

Today on the podcast we feature a message from Kelly Knowlden, who served as our chaplain during this year's counselor orientation occuring in early June. In it you'll hear Kelly expound on Genesis 3 and the implications of the fall, particularly in how we relate to the world, ourselves, and others. For more information about Camp Susque, follow us on social media or visit our website at susque.org.

08-30
38:56

36. George and Suzanne Fischer

For more information about Camp Susque, visit susque.org.

04-23
59:39

35. Psalm 1: The gateway to the Psalms. - Steve West

Today on the podcast we have a chapel message from our Blast Winter Camp. Steve West shares how Psalm 1 is the gateway to the rest of the Psalms. This message was recorded on December 31, 2023. For more information about Camp Susque, visit susque.org.

03-26
43:27

34. How Christians should engage with philosophy. Plus, how to preach a good sermon (whether you use three points or not). - Steve West

Welcome to the Susquodcast, the only podcast all about Camp Susque. Dave, Les, and Peter sit down with Steve West and talked about how Christians should engage with philosophy, how Steve got connected to Camp Susque, and how to preach a good sermon (whether you use three points or not). Expect to also hear about how to read the Psalms with Christ in mind. For more information about Camp Susque, visit susque.org.

03-12
56:36

33. What we can learn from the Olympics. - Corey Mitchell - Freeze 2023

Today on the Susquodcast we hear a chapel message from Corey Mitchell as he shares from Proverbs 27. This message was recorded at Susque's Freeze winter camp for high schoolers. For more information about Camp Susque, visit susque.org.

02-27
35:09

32. What it's like to be a Susque chaplain, parent, and board member. - Corey Mitchell

Today on the Susquodcast, Dave sits down with Corey Mitchell. Corey is the Pastor at Winfield Baptist Church, as well as a camper parent and Susque board member. Expect to hear about how he got connected to Camp Susque, the best (and most challenging) parts about being a chaplain, how his family has benefited from being connected to Susque, and more. This podcast was recorded at our Freeze 2023 winter camp. For more information about Camp Susque, visit susque.org.

02-13
38:03

31. What does true repentance look like? - David Cantine - YSI #4

"God have mercy on me, a sinner." With these famous words, the tax collector went home justified, unlike the Pharisee. Today on the Susquodcast we hear one last time from David Cantine. Over the last several episodes he has been teaching us what good and bad apologies look like, and today we learn from Luke 18:9-14 what true repentance before God entails. For more information on Camp Susque, visit susque.org.

01-30
29:30

30. Seeking forgiveness. - David Cantine - YSI #3

Merely acknowledging our sin is not enough. Learn from David Cantine how to go beyond merely acknowledgin our sin to truly receiving forgiveness as he teaches from Psalm 51. For more information about Camp Susque, visit susque.org.

01-16
26:27

29. Acknowledging our sin. - David Cantine - YSI #2

"There is someone who can forgive." So says David Cantine on today's podcast as he continues a series in Psalm 51. Expect to hear how acknowledging our sin is the first step to a good apology. For more information about Camp Susque, visit susque.org.

12-19
22:37

28. Bad apologies, transgression, forgiveness. - David Cantine - YS1

Today on the Susquodcast you will hear from a recent chapel message recorded during our October Youth Summit. Expect to hear about what makes good and bad apologies, plus the various words David uses to confess his sin. This message was recorded on October 13, 2023. For more information about Camp Susque, visit susque.org.

12-05
23:11

27. Coming to faith, following his father, and good and bad apologies. - David Cantine

David Cantine sits down with Dave and Les to share about how he inadvertently followed in his father's footsteps, how he came to faith in Christ, and what Psalm 51 teaches us about good and bad apologies. For more information about Camp Susque, visit susque.org.

11-21
51:46

26. Grow in the grace and knowledge of Christ. - Les Clemens - Classic Family Camp 2023

Today on the Susquodcast you'll hear Les Clemens share from 2 Peter 3. This message was recorded on August 19, 2023, and was the last official chapel of Summer 2023. For more information about Camp Susque, visit susque.org.

11-07
21:36

25. Worship music at Susque, anecdotes, and how we support pastors. - Dick Boehret & Les Clemens

Today on the Susquodcast we have TWO guests, both of which have been involved in Susque's ministry for years. Dick Boehret is a music teacher, board member (on sabbatical!), and former counselor here at Susque. Les Clemens is our newest year round team member, serving as Staff Chaplain and also focusing on partnerships with churches and other ministries. Expect to hear about the philosophy behind worship music at Susque, how Dick and Les's personal histories intertwine with camp, and how Susque looks to serve pastors in their ministry. For information about the Pastors and Wives retreat, visit https://susque.org/event/pastors-and-wives-refreshment-retreat-2023/ For more information about Camp Susque, visit susque.org.

10-24
01:07:57

24. Patience and perseverance in parenting. - Trey Kullman

Today we listen to a chapel message recorded during this year's Susque Family Camp. Trey Kullman spoke on patience and perseverance in the Christian life. Expect to hear how spouses can prioritize one another in the home and how to shepherd kids with instruction, discipline, and delight. For more information about Camp Susque, visit susque.org.

09-26
42:08

23. Family, friendship, and progress over perfection. - Trey Kullman

Today on the podcast we sit down with Trey Kullman. Trey served as the chaplain for this year's Susque Family Camp. He has served as a Kids and Family Pastor in Kentucky and currently writes for Gospel Centered Family. Expect to hear about Trey's own personal journey into family ministry, as well as how pursuing progress over perfection can benefit one's family, friendships, and spiritual life. To read Trey's reflections on his time at Susque, check out the recent Gospel Centered Family newsletter at https://gospelcenteredfamily.substack.com/p/ode-to-susque. For more information about Camp Susque, visit susque.org.

09-12
01:15:11

22. Isaiah 40, the greatness of God, and hats. - Raphael Mkandhla

Today on the podcast Peter and Dave sit down with Raphael Mkandhla. Raphael is the pastor of City Church in Williamsport, PA. Expect to hear an extended conversation on the greatness of God as revealed in Isaiah 40, how Raphael journeyed from Zimbabwe all the way to Williamsport, and how Peter drove him crazy with hats. For more information about Camp Susque, visit susque.org.

08-29
01:11:55

21. Using our gifts to serve the community of Christ. - Ted Kluck - 2023 Fellowship Weekend #3

Today on the Susquodcast we conclude our series in Romans 12 from Fellowship Weekend 2023. Expect to hear about how we can use our God-given abilities to serve the community of Christ. For more information about Camp Susque, visit susque.org.

08-15
30:02

20. The transforming power of grace. - Ted Kluck - 2023 Fellowship Weekend #2

For more information about Camp Susque, visit susque.org.

08-01
45:57

Recommend Channels