The Kanakuk Podcast

What does it mean when Kamp doesn’t just change the kids, but the counselors too? Paul Jackson reflects on how serving at Kamp refined his character, strengthened his faith, and taught him the kind of morals he now pours into his own children. He shares personal stories that reveal the depth of what God does through the counselor experience. With Joe White and Rachel Sparks leading the conversation, the episode paints a clear picture of discipleship, growth, and legacy. Give it a listen, and may Paul’s story encourage you to see Kamp as a place where Christ shapes entire families.

In a very special episode, Joe White and Rachel Sparks are joined by Stacey Elliot. Stacey was recently diagnosed with stage 4 cancer and knows that her time is coming soon to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus. Considering what life will look like for your family when your time on earth comes to an end is a very sobering thought, one Stacey knows well. However, coming face to face with death is not a dark and dreary thought, but rather, one of peace. Death is just a door to come face-to-face with Jesus in glory. So, with death waiting in the wings, what do you do with your family in the time you have left? In this episode, we will have a conversation about death from the Christian perspective, how death affects family in the present, and ultimately how Jesus gives believers hope beyond the grave. We hope that you will be encouraged by today's episode.

What happens when a summer camp experience doesn’t just entertain a kid but genuinely reshapes who they’re becoming? Mark shares how Kanakuk sparked deep spiritual formation and character growth in his children, far beyond anything he expected. His perspective as a dad highlights the kind of transformation that sticks long after Kamp is over. With hosts Joe White and Rachel Sparks, the conversation brings warmth, clarity, and a clear picture of God’s work in young lives. We hope this episode encourages you and shows just how powerful a Christ-centered summer camp can be.

What makes a godly mom such a powerful force in a family’s story? Jenny McClendon joins us again to talk honestly about motherhood, faith, and the quiet sacrifices that rarely get the spotlight. She opens up about how Christ anchors the highs and lows, and why moms often carry spiritual influence they don’t even notice. With our hosts, Joe White and Rachel Sparks, the conversation stays grounded in Scripture, personal experience, and encouragement. Give it a listen, and may this episode lift your view of motherhood and the God who equips every mom.

There are moments in our lives that we may not feel prepared for, but when we look back, we see all the ways in which God has prepared us along the way. Today, Joe White and Beth Ann are honored to welcome Kanakuk Alumni, Jenny McClendon, as she tells her story of her sextuplets and how God sustained her along the way. Stay tuned for Part 2 of Jenny's story coming early December!