Our Team

Brett Cheek

Xtreme Camp Pastor

I have been involved in leading Eagle Sky of the Ozarks Teen Camp since 2008 and have enjoyed it immensely. An avid outdoors lover,  storyteller and lover of all things that are slightly ridiculous, camp is a perfect environment for me. One of my favorite things is to teach our young people about their place in the story of God and his creation and invite them into seeing Jesus in a new way that captures their heart. bcheek@lacroixchurch.org

Amanda Bond

Eagle Sky of the Ozarks Teen Camp Director

I am the Director of Next Generation Ministries at New McKendree UMC. I have worked in youth ministry for 17 years as a full-time volunteer, part-time staff and full-time director. I grew up going to camp every summer from third grade through high school. My experiences at camp strengthened my love for worship and sparked my interest and passion for reading God’s word.  youth@newmckendree.org

Blaine Brunkhorst

Eagle Sky of the Ozarks Teen Camp Pastor

I am the Director of Student Ministry at La Croix United Methodist Church in Cape Girardeau. I have worked in youth ministry for nine years, three as a volunteer and six in my current position.  Before working in full-time ministry, I enjoyed 14 years at Sikeston Career and Technology Center teaching marketing, management and entrepreneurship. I am married to Beth, my bride of 24 years, and we have four amazing kids. My passion is leading others toward transformation and the understanding that the glory of God is man fully alive.

Stephanie Smith

Cultivating Grace Camp Director

My name is Stephanie Smith, and I’m the director of Cultivating Grace Camp. This camp originally started as Extreme Camp at Camp Galilee in 2008 and then moved to the beautiful campus of Central Methodist University in Fayette for a few summers. Now, we are excited to host our camp at Heit’s Point located in Lincoln.

Over the past 18 summers, I have worked either as core staff, a counselor or a director for the United Methodist summer camp program. As a result, I have witnessed the joy and growth of many youth as they experience Christ at camp.

When I’m not at camp, I work at our church as the Director of Student Ministries, 3rd-5th grade Sunday School teacher and as a leader at our Wednesday night program, 410 Zone. I am also a full-time mom to our three children. My husband and I have been married 13 years and actually met at church camp. As a family, we enjoy spending time together, being outside and taking care of our animals (dogs, cats, bunnies and chickens).

Every summer, though, I look forward to directing camp, seeing familiar faces and meeting new friends. It is my goal for Cultivating Grace Camp to help campers identify who Jesus Christ is as they begin to develop and grow in their Christian walk. At the same time as campers are experiencing the fun of summer camp, they are learning the foundations of our faith and what it means to be a follower of Christ. I can’t wait to see what exciting things we will learn at camp this summer! Come join us!

Andrea Curtis

Sanctuary Kamp Director

I grew up as a director’s daughter, became a camper, then a counselor and now have been the director for over 10 years. I live in Sedalia with my husband, 11-year-old daughter Ellie and baby boy Beau. I am an instructional coach with the Sedalia 200 school district. I have my Masters in Administration and am the President of our district’s Teachers Association. I attend Wesley United Methodist Church in Sedalia and am very active there. I am the lead of the Pettis County Relay For Life and also on the Mid-Missouri Leadership Board for the American Cancer Society. I love the St. Louis Cardinals, dogs, going to the beach, watching Disney movies, being active in my church, and being with my family and friends.

Nick Ervin

Sanctuary Kamp Director

I am the husband of an amazing wife, father of three awesome children, a healthcare provider by trade and an unapologetic follower of Christ. Growing up in the church and attending church camps from a young age has molded me in to the father, husband, son, brother and Christian I am today. I began my camping journey the summer after my 2^ndgrade year and have only missed two years of camp since. Sanctuary Kamp has been a part of my life for the last 20 plus years and has been not only where I have made lasting friendships with people that I truly hold dear, but have grown in my faith, moving closer to be a true disciple of Christ. Currently, my family and I are active members of La Croix United Methodist Church in Cape Girardeau, Missouri.