Spencer Bowen
Executive Director

Spencer became the Executive Director on January 20, 2005 after serving as the Interim Administrator since December 2003 and serving at the Camp as Supervisor of Facilities since 1995. Working with the Board of Directors, he oversees all camp functions and activities. He is the Camp's representative to the Disciples of Christ regional organization and to the supporting churches in the various Areas.

James Wheeler
Director of Programs

James is in charge of fund raising for Central Christian Camp and Conference and its programs. He is also in charge of the Make Promises Happen camping program. He has been a volunteer counselor for over 14 years and directs several of the camps each year.

Bryce Chitwood
Director of Operations

Bryce is primarily responsible for reservations and scheduling for retreat and conference events. He maintains the activity and staff schedules and is the contact for visitor and tour information. He also addresses any questions concerning costs, fees, and accounting.

William Pearson
Maintenance

William is in charge of the care and maintenance of grounds and equipment. He oversees 300+ acres of campground including ponds, nature trails, and activity areas.

Lonetta Sprague

Lonetta is a Make Promises Happen co-director with Robert Franklin. Lonetta helped create the Make Promises Happen Program in 1981. She co-directs weekend MPH events from September to May, and during the summer camping season. Lonetta's full time job is Assistant Superintendent for Special Services and Federal Programs for the Sand Springs School system.

Robert Franklin

Robert, along with Lonetta Sprague, helped create the Make Promises Happen Program in 1981. He and Lonetta have helped the program evolve by introducing off site adventures to Texas and Winter Park, Colorado. He is co-director of weekend camps and the summer program. Robert is Assistant Superintendent for Curriculem and Instruction for the Sand Springs School system.

Emily Boyett

Emily is a co-director of the Make Promises Happen Program. Emily has been involved in the program since she was a high school student. She and James Wheeler have enabled the Make Promises Happen Program to grow by directing additional special needs camps during the summer season. Emily is a Speech Language Pathologist for the Oklahoma Assistive Technology Center in Oklahoma City.

Summer 2011

Our Camp Nurse, Megan Miles, RN BSN (on left) & Camp Medication Administration Technician, Hannah Jacobs (on right).

2011 Lifeguards

The Camp Lifeguard Staff (from left to right: Drew Christerson, Beckie Benge, Duain Cook , Joshua McClennahan)

2011 Camp Activies Leaders

Camp Activities Leaders (from the top, left: Drew Christerson, Duain Cook , Joshua McClennahan; on the bottom, Beckie Benge