Name: Amelia
Home State: Illinois

Name: Caroline

Home State: North Carolina

Hobbies: Playing the guitar, Reading, Singing

Name: Trina

Home State: Illinois

Hobbies: Cooking, Reading, Running

Why I'm Excited to Work at HoneyRock: I am excited to work at HoneyRock this summer because I grew up as a camper here and love the community and place so much. This has been a place that has impacted me so much over the years, and I'm so excited to spend another summer here. I can't wait to lead campers, grow in my faith, be with amazing people, and spend time outside in nature!

Name: Anna

Home Country: Illinois

Hobbies: Running, Reading, Art

Why I'm Excited to Work at HoneyRock: I have been on the receiving end of HoneyRock's ministry, and I'm eager to give back to the community that I love. One of my passions is incorporating teaching into relational ministry, and serving at HoneyRock has helped me grow and develop in my learning and formation in my relationship with my Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. I am so excited to share the love, freedom, joy, and grace that I have found in personally knowing Jesus and being connected to His body here on earth! I also love connecting with Jesus through being immersed in creation and worship- something I am so excited to incorporate in my interactions with campers!

Name: Zoe

Home State: Illinois

Hobbies: Running, Reading, Watercoloring

Why I'm Excited to Work at HoneyRock: I grew up going to HoneyRock as a camper for many years, and have also counseled for a couple of summers. 2:22 was my favorite year as a camper, and I am so excited to now get to lead high schoolers in the program! I cannot wait to get to know my campers, spend time outdoors in nature, and see the ways that God is going to work this summer! I'm so excited for the opportunity to be at HoneyRock for another summer and am looking forward to many exciting adventures and memories made.

Name: Eliza

Home State: Illinois

Why I'm Excited to Work at HoneyRock: I am excited to work at HoneyRock this summer because I have been greatly impacted by HoneyRock throughout my life and I am excited to share that experience with campers. I also love seeing campers encounter and learn more about God's creation.

Name: Sarah

Hobbies: Reading, Crafting, Spending time Outside

Why I'm Excited to Work at HoneyRock: I am excited to work at HoneyRock because I believe camp is a fun place where faith can grow, and I can't wait to be part of creating an environment where campers can grow spiritually and build a strong foundation in Christ.

Name: Maggie
Home State: Illinois 

Hobbies: Reading, Listening to Music, Hiking
Why I'm Excited to Work at HoneyRock: I was a camper at Honeyrock as a kid and I always had the best time meeting new people, trying fun activities, and learning more about myself and God. I am excited to help campers along their journey and be there for them in happy and tough times. I am also excited to meet new friends on staff and form great memories. Honeyrock always reminds me of joy and positivity, and I am so excited to be back this summer!

Name: Meredith

Home State: Illinois

Hobbies: Learning Guitar, Sewing, Reading, anything outside

Why I'm Excited to Work at HoneyRock: I am excited to form friendships with fellow staff and with my campers. I am looking forward to being outside and enjoying the beauty of creation. I anticipate being challenged and growing in many areas. Ultimately, I am excited to see God work in my heart and the lives of my campers!

Name: Genevieve

Home State: Illinois

Why I'm Excited to Work at HoneyRock: I come from a big family and have loved growing up and working with so many kids around all the time. I am super excited to work at HoneyRock and continue to work with kids from all stages of life, especially in such a beautiful space. I am honored that I get the opportunity to pour into each camper's life and walk alongside them as they grow in so many different areas, but most importantly their walk with Jesus.

Name: Katherine

Home State: Alabama

Hobbies: Cooking, Music, Reading

Why I'm Excited to Work at HoneyRock: Honeyrock has been a second home for me. It is filled with lovely people that truly have the hearts of the camper in mind. It is a place where everyone can be themselves and grow in Christ. It is my honor to help spread God's love at Honeyrock! I can't wait to learn alongside my fellow staff and spread God's word to the campers.

Name: Emry

Home State: Illinois

Hobbies: Violin, Knitting/Crocheting, Swimming

Why I'm Excited to Work at HoneyRock: HoneyRock has been such a transformational place for me and my relationship with Christ. I am thrilled at the opportunity to pour into girls and support them on their journey as they walk with Christ in a place where so many people pour into me.

Name: Naomi

Home State: Tennessee

Hobbies: Hiking, Reading, Sewing

Name: Sammy

Home State: Tennessee

Hobbies: Hiking, Adventuring, Anything Crafty

Why I'm Excited to Work at HoneyRock: I look forward to impacting energetic 9th graders as they embrace their transition to high school. I'm excited to be part of a vibrant community of like-minded believers, which will deepen my faith and spiritual growth. Stepping outside my comfort zone and forming new friendships in a dynamic setting is something I eagerly anticipate. What makes this adventure even more remarkable is experiencing the camp my dad often reminisces about while creating my own lasting memories.

Name: Madelyn

Home State: Illinois

Hobbies: Reading, spending time outside, and listening to music

Why I'm Excited to Work at HoneyRock: I'm excited to work at HoneyRock this summer because I love spending time in God's creation, and HoneyRock has played a huge role in my life regarding my faith journey. I'm so blessed to be back this summer to walk with campers in their faith journeys, too! The beautiful community and creation at HoneyRock truly feel like home, and I am so excited to be immersed in such a joyful place!

Name: Abigail (AJ)

Home State: Illinois

Hobbies: Reading, Dancing, Thrifting

Why I'm Excited to Work at HoneyRock: I have been going to HoneyRock as a camper since third grade, and have always loved my time here so much. I love getting to pour into campers lives, go on lots of adventures, and make so many fun memories!

Name: Audrey

Home State: Colorado

Hobbies: Reading, Hiking, Camping

Name: Tirsa

Name: Katelyn

Home State: Alabama

Hobbies: Running, Painting, Crocheting

Name: Mary

Home State: Georgia

Hobbies: Dancing, Fishing, Crocheting

Why I'm Excited to Work at HoneyRock: I am excited to work at HoneyRock this summer to help guide campers closer to Christ through outdoor experiences! I can't wait to see campers fall in love and comfort with God's creation around them and see their eyes open up to what God has in store for them. I also love to see how they will strive to make their faith their own.

Name: Hannah

Home State: Indiana

Hobbies: Hiking, Photography, Journaling

Why I'm Excited to Work at HoneyRock: I am excited to help teach the gospel more while doing it in creation! The Lord has interacted with me in nature so much, and I believe I am called to share that!

Name: Molly

Home State: Illinois

Hobbies: Crocheting, Reading, Cooking

Name: Willa

Home State: Illinois

Why I'm Excited to Work at HoneyRock: I grew up spending at least part of my summer at Honey Rock and have always loved it. I am so excited to be able to spend this summer helping to make Res camp into the experience I loved so much growing up. I can't wait to meet campers this summer and hope to be able to build relationships with each and every one of them!!

Name: Hope

Home State: North Carolina

Hobbies: Ceramics, Dance, Writing 

Why I'm Excited to Work at HoneyRock: HoneyRock is a beautiful place, physically and spiritually. I'm beyond excited to have fun this summer and support kids as they get to know God intimately by spending time in His creation and in His word, learning that they are fully known and fully loved by a gracious creator.

Name: Cal

Home State: Illinois

Why I'm Excited to Work at HoneyRock: I can't wait to build many meaningful relationships with other staff members and have a chance to pour into the lives of other kids. I am ready to grow immensely through challenges that I've never experienced before and spend tons of time outside. I can't wait to see God's handwork in my life and the lives of those around me.

Name: Chris

Name: Wade

Home State: Illinois

Hobbies: Running, Reading, Soccer

Why I'm Excited to Work at HoneyRock: I'm excited to work in discipleship this summer. I love the nature around HoneyRock and I'm excited to participate in the tight knit community. I deeply appreciate the opportunity to get away from distractions and settle into necessary spiritual rhythms.

Name: Nathan

Hobbies: Basketball, Running, Reading

Why I'm Excited to Work at HoneyRock: I'm excited to work at HoneyRock because I like the idea of being in God's beautiful creation with other believers, getting to know others, worshipping with them and growing in God's love with one another. I'm also excited to stay active and play sports with others and I'm looking forward to the opportunity to teach God's Word to the campers that I lead.

Name: Oliver

Home State: North Carolina

Hobbies: Reading, 3-D Printing, Watching Movies

Why I'm Excited to Work at HoneyRock: HoneyRock and its counselors were there for me when I was struggling as a camper. Beforehand, I thought of the Bible as a history textbook, a collection of true stories in the past that don’t have much of an effect on the present, but HoneyRock was where I first understood that Christianity is about having a connection with God. I went for five years as a camper and loved every second of it. Now I want to give that same experience to every camper.

Name: Andrew

Home State: Illinois

Hobbies: Backpacking, Reading, Running

Why I'm Excited to Work at HoneyRock: This summer at HoneyRock, I’m looking forward to being in nature and unplugging. I’m excited to grow by serving campers and building connections with fellow staffers. Living in community is something I value, and I’m looking forward to being part of it. Finally, I’m thrilled to see how God works in the big and small moments of camp life.

Name: Elliot

Home State: Illinois

Hobbies: Basketball, Rock Climbing, Running

Why I'm Excited to Work at HoneyRock: I was a Res camper myself and absolutely loved the experience. I’m thrilled at the opportunity to return as a cabin leader! Working with campers and staying active outdoors are two things I’m passionate about, and camp is the perfect place to bring those together.

Name: Isaiah

Home State: Wisconsin

Hobbies: Fishing, Reading, Dogs

Name: Zeke

Home State: Wisconsin

Hobbies: Rock Climbing, Piano, Beatboxing

Why I'm Excited to Work at HoneyRock: HoneyRock taught me to courageously seek God, love others to the utmost, and never say no to an adventure. I'm excited to pass those things on to my campers this summer. My prayer is that this summer, God would shape each of us into a rock-solid defender of the faith, someone who will generously cultivates beauty, justice, and love in the spaces we inhabit the rest of the year.

Name: Cohen

Home State: Illinois

Hobbies: Track & Field, Reading, Video Games

Why I'm Excited to Work at HoneyRock: I am super excited to work at HoneyRock this summer because I believe that it is an incredible opportunity to grow in my personal life, but more than that to pour into students and peers all summer long. I have been going to HoneyRock my entire life, but have never been able to be on staff until now, so I am grateful for the opportunity to finally give back and be part of the team that makes HoneyRock so special! 

Name: Simeon

Home State: Illinois

Hobbies: Walking, Reading, Listening to music/podcasts

Why I'm Excited to Work at HoneyRock: I am excited to work at HoneyRock this summer because I love to watch and help kids grow in knowledge of God, themselves, and the world around them. I'm also very excited to learn from these kids and to have some of their joy and youthful energy passed on to me.

Name: Graham

Home State: Michigan

Why I'm Excited to Work at HoneyRock: I'm incredibly excited to work at HoneyRock this summer! Getting the opportunity to explore God's beautiful creation is awesome, and I also can't wait to forge new friendships. It's also just hard to beat talking about Jesus out in the woods!

Name: Finn

Home State: Illinois

Hobbies: Soccer, Biking, Pickleball

Name: Shan

Home Country: India

Hobbies: Running, Swimming, Going to the Gym

Name: Alfred

Home Country: India

Hobbies: Singing, Sports, Songwriting

Why I'm Excited to Work at HoneyRock: I’m incredibly excited to return to HoneyRock this year! I’m originally from India, and coming back for a second summer means a lot to me. After working with middle schoolers last summer, I experienced firsthand the powerful impact this camp has on both campers and staff. I’m especially thrilled to be part of Advance Camp and work with high school students. I see it as a new opportunity to grow, serve, and invest even more deeply in the lives of young people. HoneyRock holds a special place in my heart—it’s more than just a camp; it’s a community where faith, leadership, and transformation come to life. I’m grateful to be back and can’t wait for what’s ahead.

Name: Aydin

Home State: Oklahoma

Hobbies: Guitar, Soccer, Reading

Why I'm Excited to Work at HoneyRock: I'm excited for the opportunity to be in proximity to nature and live and serve with others in community, growing closer to Christ and seeking him through his Creation, and I can't wait to share these passions and convictions with others.

Name: Josiah

Home State: Illinois

Hobbies: Recording Radio Shows, Board Games, Singing

Why I'm Excited to Work at HoneyRock: I love HoneyRock! I have been going up to HoneyRock since is was in Res Camp! The summers I have served as a cabin leader have been the most difficult and most rewarding experiences. I feel closest to God while at HoneyRock, and I love getting to know my campers.

Name: Micah

Home State: Illinois

Hobbies: Camping, Cars, Extreme Sports

Why I'm Excited to Work at HoneyRock: I am excited to lead 9th graders in Advance Camp.  I can't wait to help walk alongside them. As this is a season of transition and making one’s life and faith their own, I love to talk about deep questions that get the mind thinking. I can't wait to connect with my campers and other summer staff.

Name: Anthony (AJ)

Home Country: India

Hobbies: Reading, Cycling, Trekking

Why I'm Excited to Work at HoneyRock: I’m excited to serve at HoneyRock and I believe this summer is a chance to get closer to Him. I am looking forward to guiding kids to experience the freedom, joy, and hope found in Christ. There’s something amazing about walking alongside young hearts as they discover who God made them to be, surrounded by nature’s reminders of His faithfulness. I’m passionate about creating a space where campers feel safe, valued, and deeply loved by Jesus. This isn’t just a summer job to me, it’s a calling to reflect Christ’s light, help kids break free from their fears, and inspire them to live boldly for Him. I can’t wait to see how God moves this season!

Name: Simeon

Home State: Georgia

Why I'm Excited to Work at HoneyRock: I have gone to Honey Rock as camper since 6th grade and have many great memories here. My counselors were some of my favorite parts of coming to camp and hope I can be that for some kids that come here. I love helping the cabin form into a community. One of my favorite parts of being a counselor is walking alongside campers as they grow and discover themselves throughout the session. I love spending time outdoors and experiencing God in His creation.

Name: Esther

Home State: Michigan

Hobbies: Sailing with family, painting, making music

Why I’m Excited to Work at HoneyRock: Camp is the best! I enjoy all the outdoor activities, meaningful connections with other staff, and building relationships with campers. It's amazing to watch kids grow throughout their time at camp and get to walk alongside them. I'm looking forward to spending lots of time outside, singing silly camp songs, campfires and stargazing, sunburns, hearing incredible Jesus testimonies, and deep conversations. HoneyRock has been an impactful place for me, and I'm thrilled to spend a few months in service to Christ in the Northwoods!

Name: Danica

Home Country: Washington 

Hobbies: Movies, Music, Hiking

Why I'm Excited to Work at HoneyRock:  HoneyRock provides a unique opportunity for staff and campers to grow spiritually through intentional connection with others, themselves, and God's creation. I'm excited to step into this opportunity and lead my campers. 

Name: Micah

Home Country: Arizona

Why I'm excited to work at HoneyRock: I am excited to work at Honeyrock because I love being outdoors and fostering community that students can come into to learn and grow in themselves and God.

Name: Toby

Home Country: Darhan, Mongolia

Hobbies: Birdwatching, Video Games, Hanging out with friends

Why I'm Excited to Work at HoneyRock: I'm so excited to have the opportunity to work with the kids who will be there, facilitating a space that provides fun, adventure, and spiritual growth. I'm really excited for the conversations that we'll have as I get to know everyone better, and I hope to be a source of Christlike love for the kids while learning more about my relationship with God as I serve at Honeyrock and interact with everyone there. And being in nature, that's going to be great!

Name: Gigi

Home State: North Carolina

Hobbies: hiking, climbing, and latte art

Why I'm Excited to Work at HoneyRock: HoneyRock is without a doubt the best summer job! I am incredibly excited to build relationships with and encourage the Catalyst 2 girls as well as the rest of staff this summer! God shines through all our cabin leading staff and I always feel blessed to witness it! It is my prayer that this summer we would find joy in our toil and rest in our faithful God.

Name: Priscilla

Home State: Illinois

Hobbies: Climbing, Reading, Cooking

Why I'm Excited to Work at HoneyRock: I am excited to disciple my campers as they step into their ministry roles. I expect to be challenged, but that is the space in which I can hear the voice of the Lord most clearly. It will be so good for me to live in this "thin space" for the few months that I have post-college and before going to seminary in the Fall. I am anticipating that this will be a full season of living for a mission in which I will grow closer to the Lord.