FCC Love

At Falling Creek Camp, the bonds we form go beyond friendships as they blossom into brotherhood. Here, we learn that friendships are more than just having fun together, it is about lifting each other up, providing support and celebrating each other’s successes.

From the campfire conversations and laughter during activities to camaraderie in every adventure, we all form a connection at Falling Creek, becoming part of the community.

At FCC, we don’t just build friendships, we create bonds that turn strangers into family. In Fact Falling Creek exists to shepherd the journey of personal growth through love and adventure.

“Love is not only something you feel, it is something you do.” - David Wilkerson

Morning Watch

Michael Mullen, a Falling Creek counselor, spoke about how a small act of kindness can be seen as a big act of love. Michael shared a personal story from when he was a camper back in the day. He spoke about how he was nervous to return to camp since his closest friend, Everett Norton was not returning that year.

To make matters worse, a week before camp began, his grandfather passed away, adding extra stress to poor little Michael who was feeling unsure about camp. His parents urged him to give it one last try.

Michael went to camp, feeling a little lonely and sad. That is when he experienced what could be considered a small act of kindness that made a huge impact on him. Michael sat on the porch with his camp counselor David Allen and just felt his caring presence. They sat there for about 20 minutes, often not even conversing. That counselor created a safe space for Michael to feel his emotions, truly embodying the FCC code.

Camper Statements

Will B. in cabin 13, from Chicago shared a heartwarming story about when he was mountain biking. Will was having trouble getting up the hill when his friend Teddy kept encouraging him. The love that Teddy showed pushed Will and this is something he will remember forever.

Mills M. in cabin 11, from Alabama spoke about how he once made a mistake during soccer. He accidentally blasted the ball from only 2ft away into his friend’s face. Mills admired the love his friend showed when he decided to forgive him and not get mad.

Carter H. in cabin 11, also from Alabama shared an experience he had on a mountain biking trip earlier this session. Carter explained how he was riding downhill, approaching a switchback when he lost control and fell over the handlebars of the bike. His friend showed a lot of love when he helped Carter back up onto his feet and encouraged him to keep going.

George C. in cabin 19, from Miami, Florida spoke about when he went on a 4-day Lake Fontana paddling trip earlier this session. They were racing back to their campsite, with the potential storm brewing in the distance, and George and his friend were slightly slower than the rest of the group. They kept encouraging each other, pushed harder and tried harder and ended up getting back before the storm. George credited the love they showed each other when in a stressful situation for their success.

“Brotherhood means living peaceably together and to help and love one another.” - Rhea Cumming

Behold! How good and how pleasant it is, for brothers dwell together in unity! Psalm 133:1