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Girls Summit
Hosted by Potomac Girls Ministry, Girls Summit is a 3-day retreat for Potomac Girls (Ages K-12th grade) and their leaders to rally in worship, celebration, and missions. Held June 5-7 (Friday evening through Sunday noon) at Potomac Park Retreat & Conference Center, we’re looking forward to an incredible time together.
Kids Camp 2026: Week 1
Each year, Potomac Kids Ministry hosts Kids Camp at Pine Creek Retreat Center in Gore, Virginia. With several weeks to choose from, and a variety of guest speakers, clubs, and activities – most churches and kids could agree – it’s the best week of the summer. Click below for all the details!
Kids Camp 2026: Week 2
Each year, Potomac Kids Ministry hosts Kids Camp at Pine Creek Retreat Center in Gore, Virginia. With several weeks to choose from, and a variety of guest speakers, clubs, and activities – most churches and kids could agree – it’s the best week of the summer. Click below for all the details!
Kids Camp 2026: Week 3
Each year, Potomac Kids Ministry hosts Kids Camp at Pine Creek Retreat Center in Gore, Virginia. With several weeks to choose from, and a variety of guest speakers, clubs, and activities – most churches and kids could agree – it’s the best week of the summer. Click below for all the details!
JLTA 2026: Royal Rangers
Equipping the next generation of boys and young men involves preparing them for leadership. In Royal Rangers, the process of preparing boys for leadership and engaging them in leadership roles today is an integral part of what we do. The process of training junior leaders currently takes place both within the local outpost as well as at the district level. Both play a vital role in leadership development in Royal Rangers.
2026 Junior Leadership Training Academy (JTLA)
WHEN: August 2 - August 5, 2026*
WHERE: Camp Rock Enon: 292 Rock Enon Springs Road, Gore, VA 22637
DEADLINE: June 12, 2026
COST: $195.00 - Includes all food, a special hat, a patch and two T-Shirts specific to your camp.
(NOTE: Shooting Sports Camp registration is $235, which includes all the items above, plus ammunition and NRA curriculum.)
CONTACT: Chris Donnelly: cjd013@gmail.com; 804-307-6862
ELITE Camp is August 1-5, 2026. See packet for details.
Here are the camps offered this year:
* If you are at least 12 years old you can attend:
(JLTC) Junior Leadership Training Camp at this camp you will learn the Ranger Patrol System the “Ranger way” of camping. Your Patrol will work towards a common goal. You will develop a song, yell, patrol flag and bolo tie. You will master advanced camp skills such as lashing, rope craft, compass, fire and tool craft, and much more. We have a maximum camp attendance of 60 trainees.
* If you are at least 13 years old and you have attended JLTC you can attend the following camps:
(JSC) Junior Survival Camp at this camp you will learn what it takes to survive in the wilderness. Map and compass skills and learn how to find your way without either. What to eat, how to collect water. Safety skills and emergency first aid techniques. We have a maximum camp attendance of 20 trainees.
(JMC) Junior Missions Camp at this camp you will experience a missions trip. You will learn the skills necessary to participate in a MAPS trip or if you are an FCF member a Pathfinder Trip. We have a maximum camp attendance of 20 trainees.
(JTT) Junior Training Trails at this camp you will take to the trail backpacking and learning vital trail instructions on trip planning, footwear and care, how to pack and proper clothing. Trail cooking, trail first aid, water purification, stoves, map & compass and GPS usage. Please note for JTT a boy must be physically fit, he must be able to hike 5-8 miles a day with a backpack. We have a maximum camp attendance of 12 trainees.
(SSC) Shooting Sports Camp at this camp you will learn the basic skills of three shooting disciplines: archery, shotgun and smallbore rifle. The primary focus in this camp will be safety. This camp will be taught by NRA trained instructors and “Range Safety Officers”. The cost of this camp will be $235.00, a bit higher because of ammunition and NRA curriculum. All firearms, bows, arrows and ammunition will be provided for this camp. We have a maximum camp attendance of 12 trainees.
* If you are at least 16 years old and have successfully completed JLTC you can attend AJTC.
(AJTC) Advanced Junior Training Camp at this camp you will take another step towards leadership. AJ camp will mentor you into a leader, the AJ classes include advanced cooking, cadence drilling, communication, accountability, spiritual development, personal discipline and conduct of a Christian young man to further your walk with God and to help witness and mentor others. We have a maximum camp attendance of 20 trainees.
Learn more about Junior Leader Training (JTLA) and this event by contacting CRAIG POWIS, DISTRICT DIRECTOR - CRAIGAPOWIS@GMAIL.COM.
District Pow Wow 2026: Royal Rangers
District Pow Wow is a special event hosted by Royal Rangers.
DATES: August 6-9, 2026
LOCATION: Camp Rock Enon
292 Rock Enon Springs Road, Gore, VA 22637
Learn more about this program by contacting CRAIG POWIS, DISTRICT DIRECTOR - CRAIGAPOWIS@GMAIL.COM.
PK/MK Retreat
Join Potomac Kids & Potomac Youth for a 3-day experience created just for PK’s (Pastor’s Kids) and MK’s (Missionaries Kids)!
FCF Fall Trace (Royal Rangers)
FCF SPRING TRACE
When: September 25-27, 2026
Frontiersmen Camping Fellowship (FCF) is a special program of Royal Rangers that provides men and boys with additional opportunities to develop specialized outdoor skills based on the lore and traditions of the early American frontiersmen. FCF members participate in special events where frontier skills are demonstrated and practiced.
Learn more about this event by contacting CRAIG POWIS, DISTRICT DIRECTOR - CRAIGAPOWIS@GMAIL.COM.
Project Unlimited Golf Tournament
Join the 32 Annual Project Unlimited Golf Tournament!
Hosted by Potomac Royal Rangers, this annual event is an opportunity to support their mission to reach, teach and keep boys for Christ. Cost is $80 per golfer and includes green fees, carts, lunch, snacks on hole #9 and door prizes. This event is rain or shine, with no refunds available.
TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE:
6:30 AM: Registration
7:15 AM: Prayer & Announcements
7:30 AM: Shotgun Start
12:30 PM: Catered Lunch, Awards & Door Prizes
ADDITIONAL INFO:
Hole #6 Closest to the Pin
Hole #12 Longest Drive Contest
Power Ball & Power Packs
Lowest Team Score for 1st & 2nd place
Hole #9 Complimentary Drinks & Snacks
Purchase mulligans $5 each; can be used on hole #6 & 12 but can not count as the long drive or closest to the pin (on your honor)
50/50 Raffle
SPONSORSHIPS AVAILABLE:
GOLD SPONSOR: #200
SILVER SPONSOR: $100
“IN MEMORY OF” SPONSOR: $25
For more information, contact Craig Powis (craigapowis@gmail.com) or Gary Groves (2326 Liberty Rd. Eldersburg, MD 21784).
About the Venue: Hickory Heights
Hickory Heights Golf Club is nestled among the rolling hills and valleys of south-central Pennsylvania. Hickory Heights is a par 71 course 6,000 yards in length. Some of the amenities at the course include a full-sized driving range, golf lessons, stocked pro shop, practice putting green, snack bar, outdoor deck, large outing pavilion, locker rooms and friendly staff. The course’s rolling topography and outstanding maintenance make Hickory Heights one of the most scenic courses in the mid- Atlantic area.
FCF Spring Trace (Royal Rangers)
FCF SPRING TRACE
When: April 10-12, 2026
Frontiersmen Camping Fellowship (FCF) is a special program of Royal Rangers that provides men and boys with additional opportunities to develop specialized outdoor skills based on the lore and traditions of the early American frontiersmen. FCF members participate in special events where frontier skills are demonstrated and practiced.
NextGen Conference
Join us at the Potomac NextGen Conference for a 2-day experience designed to empower and equip kids, youth, and young adult leaders.
The Next Gen Conference is more than an event – it’s a movement. This is where students, leaders, and pastors come together to encounter God, grow in their calling, and be equipped to impact their schools, churches, and communities. With powerful worship, dynamic speakers, and practical breakout sessions, the Next Gen Conference is designed to resource today and raise up tomorrow’s leaders.
Junior Winter Camp 2026
An event organized by Royal Rangers, contact CRAIG POWIS, DISTRICT DIRECTOR - CRAIGAPOWIS@GMAIL.COM for more information.
Junior Winter Camp 2026
Date: January 9-11, 2026
Location: Heartwood Outdoors Camp
10634 National Pike
Big Pool, MD 21711
Cost: $150.00
Capacity: 12 campers
Registration Deadline: December 6, 2025 at 11:59 p.m.
JBQ League Practice Meet
Junior Bible Quiz offers a fun, exciting way to motivate children to understand the all-important truths in God’s Word. Using the Bible Fact-Pak as the primary resource, churches and families can help kids hide God’s Word in their heart in on-on-one or through team competitions. Learn more about this program and this specific event:
Pure Religion Sunday
Every child deserves a family, but statistics tell a different story.
There are over 400,000 children in foster care, and 20,000 “age out” every year without ever experiencing permanency of a family. There are approximately 15,000 foster children living in the Potomac Ministry Network, and Potomac Foster Care Network is on a mission to equip and empower churches and individuals to get involved.
On a very practical level, one of the easiest ways to bring awareness to this issue is by join churches across the country in observing “Pure Religion Sunday:” an opportunity to highlight the needs of orphans.
This is traditionally observed on November 9th, but many churches choose to highlight foster care through additional moments throughout the calendar year.
To assist you and your church, we are pleased to share a few digital resources. (All resources created by the Christian Alliance For Orphans.). Click below to request resources or learn more.
Potomac Youth: NEXT
NEXT is designed to come alongside young leaders of the Potomac Ministry Network and
help them take the next step in their life and ministry. We believe a healthy ministry begins with a growing leader. Personal growth is a process that takes place through the daily habits we practice. You will be challenged to read growth books, reflect on leadership practices, participate in assignments as well as spend time with influential leaders that will help challenge you to grow. On behalf of the entire Potomac Network Team, we would like to personally invite you to be a part of NEXT.
JOIN US!
When: Thursday, October 30, 9:30am-2:30pm
Where: The Bridge, 8026 Walnut Grove Rd, Mechanicsville, VA 23111
Cost: $50
SCHEDULE:
9:30AM: Attendees Arrive
10:00AM: Welcome: Morning Step 1
12:00PM: Lunch Break
1:00PM: Afternoon Step 2
2:30PM: Conclusion
MEET THE SPEAKER:
Dan Hunter, Lead Pastor, Grace Church Houston TX
Dan and his wife, Rachel, are Lead Pastors at Grace Church in Houston, Texas. They have spent over 30 years in marriage and ministry together. Their heart has grown for the local church through their ministry to youth, families, marriages, and church planting. Dan is passionate about training and coaching leaders, church planters and athletes to maximize their kingdom impact. Dan loves to bring the Word of God to life, challenge believers, consult with churches, and encourage leaders to never settle for less than God's more. Together, they desire to see the Church at large reach people with the love of Jesus and shine bright in the world around them. Dan and Rachel are both ordained ministers and graduates of Southwestern Assemblies of God University. Dan holds multiple ministry degrees as well as a Masters in Ministerial Leadership from Southeastern University. The Hunters are blessed with twin girls, Jordyn and Avery, and love spending time together as a family!
KidMin Leaders Lab
Join us for an exciting KidMin Leaders Lab (formerly Children Now)!
Ascent College, in partnership with Potomac Kids, presents a half-day of high-quality training for children's ministry leaders and volunteers.
$20 registration cost including lunch.
JBQ League PRACTICE MEET
Junior Bible Quiz offers a fun, exciting way to motivate children to understand the all-important truths in God’s Word. Using the Bible Fact-Pak as the primary resource, churches and families can help kids hide God’s Word in their heart in on-on-one or through team competitions. Learn more about this program and this specific event:
FCF Fall Trace (Royal Rangers)
Hosted by Royal Rangers, contact CRAIG POWIS, DISTRICT DIRECTOR - CRAIGAPOWIS@GMAIL.COM or download the latest issue of the Powder Keg (Blue Ridge FCF Newsletter) for more information on this special event.
Location: Chick ‘n Will Farm
1864 Thoroughfare Rd. Brightwood, VA
Julius “White Feather Warrior” Wil- liamson and his family have graciously extended their hospitality and the use of their property to the Blue Ridge Chapter FCF.
Speaker: Pastor Steve Forester Jr.
Pastor Steve attended Valley Forge Christian College and interned at Calvary Light- house. He served 13 years as the Youth Leader/ Worship Leader/ Associate Pastor at Full Gospel A/G where he also served as an OP commander. He co-founded Life Church Calvert 14 years ago and he is presently the Lead Pastor. Steve has been married to Monica for 31 years and they have 3 adult children (Rebecca, Steve and Seth) and a grandson (Steve IV) with 2 others on the way. Steve’s heart has been to see people find a relation- ship with Jesus Christ and grow in their faith. He believes that “Our focus as believers should never be on the personalities of our church leaders but on the person of Jesus Christ!"
See You At The Pole (SYATP)
See You at the Pole™, the global day of student prayer, began in 1990 as a grass roots movement with ten students praying at their school. Decades later, millions gather to pray on their campuses on the fourth Wednesday in September.
See You at the Pole™ is student-initiated, student-organized, and student led prayer rally where students meet at the school flagpole before school to lift up their friends, families, teachers, school, and nation to God.
Consider organizing a gathering for your local school and contact Potomac Youth, Potomac Kids or Potomac Youth Alive for creative ideas on how to make this year’s event memorable!
PKMK Retreat
Open to all pastor kids (PKs) and missionary kids (MKs) grades 1st-12th, join us September 5-7, 2025 at Pine Creek Camp in Gore, Virginia for PKMK VACAY! This annual event is an incredible opportunity with activities, live worship, amazing speakers and much more. Registration is open now and includes all lodging, meals and activities. See you there!
NextGen Missions Golf Tournament
Hosted by Potomac NextGen Ministry, join us for a Golf Tournament to help raise support for missions! Download the 2025 Golf Packet for more details and we hope to see you there!
DATE:
August 27th, 7am-1pm
LOCATION:
Blue Ridge Shadows Golf Course
456 Shadows Dr.
Front Royal, VA 22630
COST:
Cost: $300 Per Player
Hole Sponsor: $1,000 Per Hole (Can’t Play? Sponsor a hole!)
*Each hole sponsored will have a sign displayed with their Church or Business name on it.
Leaders Summit: Girls Ministry
Hosted by Girls Ministry, contact MEGHAN MUSY, DIRECTOR OF GIRLS MINISTRIES MMUSY@POTOMACAG.ORG for more information.
District Pow Wow: Royal Rangers
District Pow Wow is a special event hosted by Royal Rangers. Learn more about this program by contacting CRAIG POWIS, DISTRICT DIRECTOR - CRAIGAPOWIS@GMAIL.COM.
JLTA: Royal Rangers
District Pow Wow is a special event hosted by Royal Rangers. Learn more about this program by contacting CRAIG POWIS, DISTRICT DIRECTOR - CRAIGAPOWIS@GMAIL.COM.
Potomac Kids: Elite Camp
Elite Camp is a special event hosted by Royal Rangers. Learn more about this program by contacting CRAIG POWIS, DISTRICT DIRECTOR - CRAIGAPOWIS@GMAIL.COM.
Project Unlimited Golf Tournament (Royal Rangers)
Hosted by Royal Rangers, click below to contact their office to learn more about this special event.