• Camp is in Session - Meet our Leadership Team
    Jun 26 2026

    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.

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    27 Min.
  • Camp Is In Session - Meet Our Staff Part I
    Jun 12 2026

    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

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

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    20 Min.
  • The Case for Camp – Learning New Skills, Independence, and Controlled Risk Taking
    Jun 5 2026

    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.

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    22 Min.
  • A Practical Guide For Parents As You Prepare to Send Your Camper to Camp
    May 8 2026

    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.

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    22 Min.
  • The Case for Camp – A Safe Place for a Play-Based Childhood
    Apr 24 2026

    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.

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    24 Min.
  • The Case for Camp - A Technology Free Space
    Apr 3 2026

    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.

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    22 Min.
  • Decentralized Approach to Equipping Leaders - A Conversation with Mick and Michele Wilson
    Mar 20 2026

    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.

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    22 Min.
  • From Campers to Counselors - Insights from David Clem & Ian Hassevoort
    Mar 6 2026

    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.

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    18 Min.