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]]> false Dylan Thomas info+6998b8a1166f176858ea8e4a@mg-eu.acast.com 6998b8a1166f176858ea8e4a stories-from-the-point episodic https://assets.pippa.io/shows/cover/1771597005471-f16394a0-411c-4823-84d9-e180849c0da7.jpeg https://www.vesperpoint.org/ Stories from the Point 581a5380-1250-11f1-8408-0be5f4fd5c6d Camp Is In Session – A Conversation with a 10th Grade Cabin Camp Is In Session – A Conversation with a 10th Grade Cabin Fri, 24 Jul 2026 12:00:00 GMT 20:20 6a5f8d24c8dfbe44d8ef3106 false https://www.vesperpoint.org/ 6a5f8d24c8dfbe44d8ef3106 6998b8a1166f176858ea8e4a Camp Director Forrest Walker sits down with students from a 10th grade cabin full 1 10 On this episode of “Stories from the Point,” Camp Director Forrest sits down with 10th-grade campers Davis, Bernie, William, Walker, Andrew, Easton, Cooper, Bennett, Jacks, and Christian to reflect on their favorite camp memories, experiences, and stories as they wrap up their final summer as campers at Vesper Point.


Each parent or guardian gave permission for their student to be recorded for this episode. Here is a special note from Forrest to our students' parents:

Parents, thank you for allowing your sons to be a part of this podcast episode. We recorded it this morning and some of their reactions really caught me off guard. The conversations were very organic and raw with none of it being rehearsed. I asked each of them to share what camp has meant to them over the years and to share any memorable stories. Some of the boys got emotional when it was their turn to talk. I looked over and saw these big old tears well up in their eyes which caused me to barely make it myself. I am not sure if the audio will capture this, but I wanted you to know what was going on in real time. Thank you again.

– Forrest Walker

Stories from the Point is produced by First Presbyterian Church in Chattanooga, Tennessee


Our theme music was written and recorded by Dr. Brian Cosby and Aaron Little

Our sound and editing engineers are Caleb Woodall & Dylan Thomas.

Our host is Forrest Walker

For more information about First Presbyterian Church, visit our website: https://1stpresbyterian.com

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]]> On this episode of “Stories from the Point,” Camp Director Forrest sits down with 10th-grade campers Davis, Bernie, William, Walker, Andrew, Easton, Cooper, Bennett, Jacks, and Christian to reflect on their favorite camp memories, experiences, and stories as they wrap up their final summer as campers at Vesper Point.


Each parent or guardian gave permission for their student to be recorded for this episode. Here is a special note from Forrest to our students' parents:

Parents, thank you for allowing your sons to be a part of this podcast episode. We recorded it this morning and some of their reactions really caught me off guard. The conversations were very organic and raw with none of it being rehearsed. I asked each of them to share what camp has meant to them over the years and to share any memorable stories. Some of the boys got emotional when it was their turn to talk. I looked over and saw these big old tears well up in their eyes which caused me to barely make it myself. I am not sure if the audio will capture this, but I wanted you to know what was going on in real time. Thank you again.

– Forrest Walker

Stories from the Point is produced by First Presbyterian Church in Chattanooga, Tennessee


Our theme music was written and recorded by Dr. Brian Cosby and Aaron Little

Our sound and editing engineers are Caleb Woodall & Dylan Thomas.

Our host is Forrest Walker

For more information about First Presbyterian Church, visit our website: https://1stpresbyterian.com

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> Camp Is In Session – Meet our Leadership Team Camp Is In Session – Meet our Leadership Team Fri, 26 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT 26:52 6a3d91c426d5a6687a53b08e false https://www.vesperpoint.org/ 6a3d91c426d5a6687a53b08e 6998b8a1166f176858ea8e4a Camp Director Forrest Walker invites us to get to know the leadership team at Camp Vesper Point full 1 9 On this episode of “Stories from the Point,” Camp Director Forrest Walker talks with nine members of the leadership team at camp. Lauren, William, Keira, Stewart, Ellen, Thomas, Harper, Lily, and Martha discuss how each of their roles provides essential support for counselors and staff to create an environment of experiential learning and spiritual and developmental growth.

Stories from the Point is produced by First Presbyterian Church in Chattanooga, Tennessee


Our theme music was written and recorded by Dr. Brian Cosby and Aaron Little

Our sound and editing engineers are Caleb Woodall & Dylan Thomas.

Our host is Forrest Walker

For more information about First Presbyterian Church, visit our website: https://1stpresbyterian.com

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]]> On this episode of “Stories from the Point,” Camp Director Forrest Walker talks with nine members of the leadership team at camp. Lauren, William, Keira, Stewart, Ellen, Thomas, Harper, Lily, and Martha discuss how each of their roles provides essential support for counselors and staff to create an environment of experiential learning and spiritual and developmental growth.

Stories from the Point is produced by First Presbyterian Church in Chattanooga, Tennessee


Our theme music was written and recorded by Dr. Brian Cosby and Aaron Little

Our sound and editing engineers are Caleb Woodall & Dylan Thomas.

Our host is Forrest Walker

For more information about First Presbyterian Church, visit our website: https://1stpresbyterian.com

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> Camp Is In Session – Meet Our Staff Camp Is In Session – Meet Our Staff Fri, 12 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT 19:50 6a285eb6262000e4754060a9 false https://www.vesperpoint.org/ 6a285eb6262000e4754060a9 6998b8a1166f176858ea8e4a Camp Director Forrest Walker invites us to get to know the summer staff at Camp Vesper Point full 1 8 Camp is in session! In this series, Camp Director Forrest Walker invites us to get to know a few of the summer staff members serving at Camp Vesper Point. Each with their own passions and gifts, Lousia, Kyle, Blythe, Amos, and Malik share their stories, how they made their way to camp, and what inspires them to serve our students.  

Stories from the Point is produced by First Presbyterian Church in Chattanooga, Tennessee


Our theme music was written and recorded by Dr. Brian Cosby and Aaron Little

Our sound and editing engineers are Caleb Woodall & Dylan Thomas.

Our host is Forrest Walker

For more information about First Presbyterian Church, visit our website: https://1stpresbyterian.com

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]]> Camp is in session! In this series, Camp Director Forrest Walker invites us to get to know a few of the summer staff members serving at Camp Vesper Point. Each with their own passions and gifts, Lousia, Kyle, Blythe, Amos, and Malik share their stories, how they made their way to camp, and what inspires them to serve our students.  

Stories from the Point is produced by First Presbyterian Church in Chattanooga, Tennessee


Our theme music was written and recorded by Dr. Brian Cosby and Aaron Little

Our sound and editing engineers are Caleb Woodall & Dylan Thomas.

Our host is Forrest Walker

For more information about First Presbyterian Church, visit our website: https://1stpresbyterian.com

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]]> The Case for Camp – Learning New Skills, Independence, and Controlled Risk Taking The Case for Camp – Learning New Skills, Independence, and Controlled Risk Taking Fri, 05 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT 21:32 6a17495283dd9b6e112df5ed false https://www.vesperpoint.org/ 6a17495283dd9b6e112df5ed 6998b8a1166f176858ea8e4a A conversation about confidence and independence with Alex Walker and Forrest Walker full 1 7 In this episode, Camp Director Forrest Walker and his wife Alex Walker discuss how novel experiences at camp can build skills and encourage age-appropriate risk assessment.

Stories from the Point is produced by First Presbyterian Church in Chattanooga, Tennessee


Our theme music was written and recorded by Dr. Brian Cosby and Aaron Little

Our sound and editing engineers are Caleb Woodall & Dylan Thomas.

Our host is Forrest Walker

For more information about First Presbyterian Church, visit our website: https://1stpresbyterian.com

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]]> In this episode, Camp Director Forrest Walker and his wife Alex Walker discuss how novel experiences at camp can build skills and encourage age-appropriate risk assessment.

Stories from the Point is produced by First Presbyterian Church in Chattanooga, Tennessee


Our theme music was written and recorded by Dr. Brian Cosby and Aaron Little

Our sound and editing engineers are Caleb Woodall & Dylan Thomas.

Our host is Forrest Walker

For more information about First Presbyterian Church, visit our website: https://1stpresbyterian.com

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> A Practical Guide For Parents As You Prepare to Send Your Camper to Camp A Practical Guide For Parents As You Prepare to Send Your Camper to Camp Fri, 08 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT 22:06 69f395809dcd58edd984adef false https://www.vesperpoint.org/ 69f395809dcd58edd984adef 6998b8a1166f176858ea8e4a full 1 6 In this episode, Camp Director Forrest Walker and Camp Administrator Sarah Estler prepare parents with a discussion on the essential items for prospective and returning campers to pack for camp. Sarah has faithfully served at Vesper Point for seven years and has been serving with our 1st Pres team for even longer, and her insight in this episode is invaluable to making a camper's experience even more impactful.

Stories from the Point is produced by First Presbyterian Church in Chattanooga, Tennessee


Our theme music was written and recorded by Dr. Brian Cosby and Aaron Little

Our sound and editing engineers are Caleb Woodall & Dylan Thomas.

Our host is Forrest Walker

For more information about First Presbyterian Church, visit our website: https://1stpresbyterian.com

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> In this episode, Camp Director Forrest Walker and Camp Administrator Sarah Estler prepare parents with a discussion on the essential items for prospective and returning campers to pack for camp. Sarah has faithfully served at Vesper Point for seven years and has been serving with our 1st Pres team for even longer, and her insight in this episode is invaluable to making a camper's experience even more impactful.

Stories from the Point is produced by First Presbyterian Church in Chattanooga, Tennessee


Our theme music was written and recorded by Dr. Brian Cosby and Aaron Little

Our sound and editing engineers are Caleb Woodall & Dylan Thomas.

Our host is Forrest Walker

For more information about First Presbyterian Church, visit our website: https://1stpresbyterian.com

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> The Case for Camp – A Safe Place for a Play-Based Childhood The Case for Camp – A Safe Place for a Play-Based Childhood Fri, 24 Apr 2026 13:00:00 GMT 24:10 69e95212d2febdbec909a128 false https://shows.acast.com/stories-from-the-point/episodes/69e95212d2febdbec909a128 69e95212d2febdbec909a128 6998b8a1166f176858ea8e4a full 1 5 In this episode, Camp Director Forrest Walker and his wife Alex Walker continue the series, The Case for Camp, with a conversation around two topics: the benefit of a play-based childhood and how camp can be a safe place for students to take off their masks and be themselves. Tune in to our next episode for a conversation with Forrest Walker and Sarah Estler, our Camp Administrator, about the Top 10 items that a new or returning camper can bring for their next camp experience!

Stories from the Point is produced by First Presbyterian Church in Chattanooga, Tennessee


Our theme music was written and recorded by Dr. Brian Cosby and Aaron Little

Our sound and editing engineers are Caleb Woodall & Dylan Thomas.

Our host is Forrest Walker

For more information about First Presbyterian Church, visit our website: https://1stpresbyterian.com

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> In this episode, Camp Director Forrest Walker and his wife Alex Walker continue the series, The Case for Camp, with a conversation around two topics: the benefit of a play-based childhood and how camp can be a safe place for students to take off their masks and be themselves. Tune in to our next episode for a conversation with Forrest Walker and Sarah Estler, our Camp Administrator, about the Top 10 items that a new or returning camper can bring for their next camp experience!

Stories from the Point is produced by First Presbyterian Church in Chattanooga, Tennessee


Our theme music was written and recorded by Dr. Brian Cosby and Aaron Little

Our sound and editing engineers are Caleb Woodall & Dylan Thomas.

Our host is Forrest Walker

For more information about First Presbyterian Church, visit our website: https://1stpresbyterian.com

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> The Case for Camp – A Technology Free Space The Case for Camp – A Technology Free Space Fri, 03 Apr 2026 14:00:00 GMT 22:09 69cfc2eff44b357ce9974df5 false https://shows.acast.com/stories-from-the-point/episodes/69cfc2eff44b357ce9974df5 69cfc2eff44b357ce9974df5 6998b8a1166f176858ea8e4a full 1 4 In this episode, Camp Director Forrest Walker and his wife Alex begin a new series, The Case for Camp. In this first episode of the series, Forrest and Alex take a look at the latest research as well as their experiences at the camp to explore the value of camp as a screen and technology-free environment. They reflect on how stepping away from constant distraction creates space for campers and staff to grow, not only in their relationships with the Lord, but also as capable, present, and engaged people.


Stories from the Point is produced by First Presbyterian Church in Chattanooga, Tennessee

Stories from the Point is produced by First Presbyterian Church in Chattanooga, Tennessee


Our theme music was written and recorded by Dr. Brian Cosby and Aaron Little

Our sound and editing engineers are Caleb Woodall & Dylan Thomas.

Our host is Forrest Walker

For more information about First Presbyterian Church, visit our website: https://1stpresbyterian.com

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> In this episode, Camp Director Forrest Walker and his wife Alex begin a new series, The Case for Camp. In this first episode of the series, Forrest and Alex take a look at the latest research as well as their experiences at the camp to explore the value of camp as a screen and technology-free environment. They reflect on how stepping away from constant distraction creates space for campers and staff to grow, not only in their relationships with the Lord, but also as capable, present, and engaged people.


Stories from the Point is produced by First Presbyterian Church in Chattanooga, Tennessee

Stories from the Point is produced by First Presbyterian Church in Chattanooga, Tennessee


Our theme music was written and recorded by Dr. Brian Cosby and Aaron Little

Our sound and editing engineers are Caleb Woodall & Dylan Thomas.

Our host is Forrest Walker

For more information about First Presbyterian Church, visit our website: https://1stpresbyterian.com

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> Decentralized Approach to Equipping Leaders – A Conversation with Mick and Michele Wilson Decentralized Approach to Equipping Leaders – A Conversation with Mick and Michele Wilson Fri, 20 Mar 2026 14:00:28 GMT 21:44 69bc33be3bbfcfe8db101d04 false https://shows.acast.com/stories-from-the-point/episodes/69bc33be3bbfcfe8db101d04 69bc33be3bbfcfe8db101d04 6998b8a1166f176858ea8e4a The Wilsons share about camp ministry and how it shaped them full 1 3 In this episode, Camp Director Forrest Walker interviews past camp directors Mick and Michele Wilson about their time at the camp and the impact they made on camp as well as the impact that camp made on them.


Additional production and audio engineering by Delano Mattox. 

Stories from the Point is produced by First Presbyterian Church in Chattanooga, Tennessee


Our theme music was written and recorded by Dr. Brian Cosby and Aaron Little

Our sound and editing engineers are Caleb Woodall & Dylan Thomas.

Our host is Forrest Walker

For more information about First Presbyterian Church, visit our website: https://1stpresbyterian.com

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> In this episode, Camp Director Forrest Walker interviews past camp directors Mick and Michele Wilson about their time at the camp and the impact they made on camp as well as the impact that camp made on them.


Additional production and audio engineering by Delano Mattox. 

Stories from the Point is produced by First Presbyterian Church in Chattanooga, Tennessee


Our theme music was written and recorded by Dr. Brian Cosby and Aaron Little

Our sound and editing engineers are Caleb Woodall & Dylan Thomas.

Our host is Forrest Walker

For more information about First Presbyterian Church, visit our website: https://1stpresbyterian.com

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> <![CDATA[From Campers to Counselors – Insights from David Clem & Ian Hassevoort]]> Fri, 06 Mar 2026 15:00:00 GMT 18:20 69ab00527036d7390208c22c false https://shows.acast.com/stories-from-the-point/episodes/69ab00527036d7390208c22c 69ab00527036d7390208c22c 6998b8a1166f176858ea8e4a full 1 2 In this episode, Camp Director Forrest Walker Interviews David Clem and Ian Hassevoort, who are two young men who have attended camp in the past and grew to work as staff.


Additional production and audio engineering by Delano Mattox. 

Stories from the Point is produced by First Presbyterian Church in Chattanooga, Tennessee


Our theme music was written and recorded by Dr. Brian Cosby and Aaron Little

Our sound and editing engineers are Caleb Woodall & Dylan Thomas.

Our host is Forrest Walker

For more information about First Presbyterian Church, visit our website: https://1stpresbyterian.com

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> In this episode, Camp Director Forrest Walker Interviews David Clem and Ian Hassevoort, who are two young men who have attended camp in the past and grew to work as staff.


Additional production and audio engineering by Delano Mattox. 

Stories from the Point is produced by First Presbyterian Church in Chattanooga, Tennessee


Our theme music was written and recorded by Dr. Brian Cosby and Aaron Little

Our sound and editing engineers are Caleb Woodall & Dylan Thomas.

Our host is Forrest Walker

For more information about First Presbyterian Church, visit our website: https://1stpresbyterian.com

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> A Vesper Point Podcast – Introduction A Vesper Point Podcast – Introduction Fri, 20 Feb 2026 15:00:45 GMT 16:20 6998cd1e166f176858f1a943 false https://shows.acast.com/stories-from-the-point/episodes/6998cd1e166f176858f1a943 6998cd1e166f176858f1a943 6998b8a1166f176858ea8e4a full 1 1 In this pilot episode, camp director Forrest Walker and his wife, Alex Walker, provide some insight into what camp means to them and to the greater mission of First Presbyterian Church of Chattanooga.


Additional production and audio engineering by Delano Mattox. 

Stories from the Point is produced by First Presbyterian Church in Chattanooga, Tennessee


Our theme music was written and recorded by Dr. Brian Cosby and Aaron Little

Our sound and editing engineers are Caleb Woodall & Dylan Thomas.

Our host is Forrest Walker

For more information about First Presbyterian Church, visit our website: https://1stpresbyterian.com

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> In this pilot episode, camp director Forrest Walker and his wife, Alex Walker, provide some insight into what camp means to them and to the greater mission of First Presbyterian Church of Chattanooga.


Additional production and audio engineering by Delano Mattox. 

Stories from the Point is produced by First Presbyterian Church in Chattanooga, Tennessee


Our theme music was written and recorded by Dr. Brian Cosby and Aaron Little

Our sound and editing engineers are Caleb Woodall & Dylan Thomas.

Our host is Forrest Walker

For more information about First Presbyterian Church, visit our website: https://1stpresbyterian.com

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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