Amanda’s Journey

By Amanda Dyke – Former Ascend Volunteer Living in the dorms for the youth discipleship program was one of the greatest experiences of my life. Most of us were strangers before moving in, yet eleven of us girls quickly became a close-knit group. Learning to work together around different schedules and managing chores, like cleaning,…

What My Time at Camp Week was Like

My time at New Horizon’s Camp Week was a short but very impactful part of my life. I first heard of camp week years ago when one of my friends attended but I was not really sure what to expect other than a typical missions trip. I tend to be more of an introvert, so…

Leading the 2023 Camp Week

Justin Kraybill I had the privilege of being one of the Camp Week leaders this year, and it was an awesome experience! Getting to know nine strangers in the matter of barely one week was so incredible. Some things we did other than work at the stores included driving up Red Canyon Park and climbing…

Easter Programs in Prison

Volunteers in Ascend, our Youth Discipleship Program, shared the message of hope and salvation in four prisons. The prisoners expressed deep gratitude for the opportunity to participate in the program. These programs have a profound impact on the lives of prisoners, providing them with a sense of purpose and direction as they seek to turn…