Windermere Baptist Conference Center

Adam Brown
Vice-President, Amberg Entertainment, Inc. (http://www.ambergentertainment.com/)

I am 26 now, but I can still remember the Summer of ’92. I was in 6th grade and totally pumped about coming to camp as one of the ‘older’ boys. I was best friends with the pastor’s son, Josh, and, from the moment we got on the bus at the church, we couldn’t stop talking about all the cool stuff we would do at Windermere once we got there! We had been before and knew how much fun it was.

However, I was afraid my fun would be cut short, because, once the bus full of hyper, anxious kids unloaded by the cabins, Josh and I thought that playing a game of catch with our Wendy’s plastic cup was more fun than listening to the instructions being given by his dad. On one very well thrown pass, I backed up to catch it, and my foot discovered there was a parking curb behind me. Well, I didn’t catch the cup, but my wrist did make for quite the freak show after that. I had landed on my right wrist with enough force to pop it out completely out of the joint, at the growth plate. I was rushed to the hospital with my youth pastor, who kept me laughing most of the way with his descriptions of how I would play the camp games with only one arm. I returned hours later, after supper (I remember missing meatloaf—I was upset about that), and I was very down that I would now miss out on a great camp experience.

But, I didn’t. Not only was a plate of meatloaf waiting for me when I returned, but I ended up having one of the best weeks of my young life. I didn’t get to swim, but the counselors and staff did all they could to make sure I was having as much fun as everyone else. Ever since then, I have had nothing but good things to say about Windermere. I figure if a kid with a broken arm can have a blast there, anybody can!

P.S. That meatloaf was still some of the best I ever had!

Below are some comments from recent visitors to Windermere Baptist Conference Center. If you have not been to Windermere recently, this is what you have been missing.


“The Windermere Experience is a time for me to be refreshed and renewed. I enjoy the beauty of the grounds and warm reception of the Windermere staff.”—Brenda Martin

“The most awesome place is the chapel. I feel the presence of the Lord while there. Thank you for that place and the work that went into developing that chapel.”—Kim Johnson

“It is an affordable, lovely place. It has a calming affect. A beautiful place to meditate.”—Phyllis Long

“I really enjoyed The Edge. It was my first experience zipping down a cable and it was a huge adrenaline rush. Adrenaline is also the way I would describe the night view of the moon shining down on the lake, a picture of God’s masterpiece.”—Tina Cozart

“God’s creation at its best! Wonderful service. Great people.”—Shere Jackson

“The serenity of the atmosphere manifests God’s peace which passeth all understanding.”—D. Smith

“This site is so beautiful. The people are so friendly and helpful.”—Karen Stevenson

“The staff of young folks are beautiful and well-mannered. Their parents should be very proud of them.”—Gwen Thomas

“A place to relax and renew your soul.”—Oletha Mays

“There is such a spirit of love, warmth, and peace. God truly moves in this place.”—Lisa Rembert

“The tranquility and peace in the atmosphere just set the tone for worship with God. It’s just amazing.”—Benedicta Ashton

“The entire atmosphere is wonderful. The friendliness, the lodging, the food and the Christian environment.”—Albertine Jennings

“When I come to Windermere I feel safe, happy and free. I get to meet so many people.”—Yolanda Martin

“The facilities were wonderful. Everything you need is available to you. Staffing is great!”—Joy Hopper

“It’s a place of rejoicing and praising the Lord.”—Margaret Good

“This was my first visit to Windermere. I especially enjoyed the praise service and the early morning service. It was so relaxing to be in a place without a TV and noise. I was truly blessed by my visit. The staff at Windermere was kind and helpful.”—Carrie Smith

“I enjoyed the fellowship and the motel accommodations were great. The entire staff was great.”—Shirley Terry

“Walking up to the church on top of the hill was beautiful and uplifting to my soul. The butterflies, the flowers, and trees brought joy to my heart. It felt good to be at home away from home. I learned to praise God at all time!”—Tecrette Champion

“Coming to Windermere has always been a blessing. The staff and facilities are fantastic. Of course, the location is peaceful. When I come, I’m refreshed and renewed. God’s presence is felt as I enter the grounds.”—Rita Deesley

“I love the serenity and beautiful landscaped grounds, surrounded with God’s nature of the trees, flowers, birds, and the calmness of the lake.”—Saundra Robinson

“Windermere—a sweet expression of God’s love and beauty.”—Margaret Neely

“Windermere has been a blessing in my life. I tell everyone I know what a wonderful place to be. I truly feel that the grounds are anointed. Praise the Lord!”—Barbara Thomas

I feel like family when I get here and it is just refreshing to see God work in individuals’ lives.”—Lalita Johnson

“The staff on the grounds are kind and helpful.”—Virgie Chatman

“I love coming to Windermere every year. I call it my watering hole. It has been a blessing every year and God meets us here at Windermere.”—Judy Turner

“I always enjoy coming. I always have a good feeling after my stay here. I will recommend it to all my friends.”—Myrtle Woods

“Praising God without the daily interruptions is such a wonderful experience. Getting away from the hustle and bustle of city life and being in such beautiful surroundings in nature is always a spiritual treat.”—Rose Montgomery

“I felt God’s presence all over the camp grounds every minute of the day I was here!”—Shonn Tolefree

“The love and fellowship was awesome! The food was excellent!”—Myrtle Graves

“I love the serenity of Windermere. It allows you peace and calmness to reflect on what is important in this life.”—Cleora Cushinberry

“The staff at Windermere are gracious, kind, loving, and friendly.”—Marva McCray

“The property is beautiful. The Lakeview Lodge is scenic and the accommodations are excellent. The food is good.”—Jacquelyn Alexander