Dear small group leaders, counselors, and cabin wranglers, Let’s be honest. Camp is wild. It’s loud, it smells like sunscreen and feet, and someone is always losing a sock. But it’s also a sacred space—where God can move in students’ lives at Kids Camp, Middle School Camp, or ASCENT. So if you’re ready to ditch

Youth workers, it’s time to rally your high school students for ASCENT Summer Camp! We all know how life-changing a week at camp can be—new friendships, incredible worship moments, and unforgettable experiences. But first, we have to get them excited enough to sign up! Here are 10 fun and practical ways to get those registrations

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ASCENT’s 2025 theme: ANCHORED

Introducing our camp theme, “ANCHORED,” where high school students are invited to deepen their faith and discover steadfast strength amidst life’s challenges. At ASCENT, we firmly believe that being rooted in faith is essential for navigating life’s unpredictable waves. This year, we emphasize the profound truth that the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ serve

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New Location for ASCENT 2024

Every summer, the USMB NextGen community embarks on a transformative journey. Our annual high school summer camp, ASCENT, is a spiritual mountaintop experience for churches from all over the US.  ASCENT has gone through quite a bit of changes over the years including adjusting to a worldwide pandemic and has continued to thrive.  In fact,