Horn Creek Camp Hosts
Meet our 2025 Horn Creek Family Camp Hosts
Session 1 – Lodge
May 25-31
Kyle & Amy Pierson
Kyle had a career in commercial real estate and loved serving in his local church and among the urban poor until God called Him to pursue disciple-making and church planting full-time. Kyle met Amy on a blind date and they’ve been married 17 years! Amy has been in ministry for 25+ years in both church and nonprofit settings making disciples and training believers to make disciples. Today, Kyle and Amy are Strategy Coordinators for E3 ministries and Amy is on the speaking team for SkyMoms! They have 3 amazing children - Eva, Isaac and Ben. The Piersons love Jesus and being outdoors and can’t wait to hang out in Colorado with you and your family!
Session 1 – Meadows
May 25-31
Marcus & Mandy Hayes
Marcus and Mandy are thrilled to be hosting a week of Family Camp this summer! They have been married for 14 years and have three daughters, Sarai, Amaya, and Naomi. Marcus serves as the Lead Pastor at Crossroads Baptist Church in The Woodlands, TX. Marcus attended Moody Bible Institute in Chicago where he completed his Bachelor's degree in Pastoral Studies with an emphasis on theology. He served as the Youth Pastor at New Hope Bible Church for 5 years while in Chicago. After getting married in 2009, God called Marcus and Mandy to Dallas to serve as the High School Pastor and Teaching Team at Prestonwood Baptist Church in Plano, TX. The Lord sent them to Asheville, NC where he was one of the Campus Pastors and Senior Leadership Team at Biltmore Church. Marcus completed his Master's degree in Theological Studies at Southwestern Theological Baptist Seminary and is currently enrolled at Anderson University pursuing his Doctorate degree in 21st Century Leadership with an emphasis on Expository Preaching. Mandy has taught 4-8th grade in Ohio, Chicago, and Dallas. She homeschooled the girls for a couple of years and is currently teaching Kindergarten at Evergreen Classical School, a hybrid model school where all three of their daughters attend. She is the author of a children's book called Promise Me You'll Always Be Three and hopes to write more in the future. Mandy is a soccer player and has completed several triathlons, boxed in the Chicago Golden Gloves, and played women's football for the Chicago Force. All the girls play soccer and enjoy spending time outdoors and swimming in the summertime. They llook forward to another amazing week at Sky Ranch Family Camp!
Session 2 – Lodge
June 1-7
Josh & Sarah Conner
Josh and Sarah Conner have been married for 14 years and have three children: Ellie, Caleb, and Bailey. They also have the joy of having Sarah’s mom as part of the family. Josh serves as the Lead Pastor of Firewheel Bible Fellowship in Rowlett, Texas. Josh is a graduate of the University of Houston and Dallas Theological Seminary. Sarah is the Director of Development for a youth education non-profit, Youth Equipped to Succeed, and a wife and mom. She is a PROUD graduate of Baylor University. The Conner Family cannot wait for this opportunity to get to know you and have a blast together!
Session 2 – Meadows
June 1-7
Harrison & Hunter Ross
Harrison and Hunter Ross live in Rockwall, TX. with their 4 kids, Abel, Hugh, Neal, and Robbie. Harrison and Hunter were high school sweethearts who will remain newlyweds til they die. Harrison was a former pastor and church planter at Watermark Community Church for 11 years. He now serves his neighbors and community as a tent maker working with Tejas Roofworks. The Ross family's mission is to bring life and flourishing to their home, their community, and future generations as they live, look, and love like Jesus. They feel called to love their neighbors through biblical hospitality and sharing their lives around the table and the fire. Sic ‘Em Bears!
Session 3 – Lodge
June 8-14
Matt & Stacy Fuqua
Matt Fuqua and his wife Stacy met in 1998 at FBC Dallas where they both served in worship and youth ministries, and married in 2000. They are both Texas natives and have lived in Rockwall, TX since 2008. Matt has served as the Worship Director at Rockwall Presbyterian Church since 2012. He is a songwriter and the guitar player for the band "The Afters". If you listen to Christian radio, you have heard their songs. His wife, Stacy, is a certified health coach but spends most of her time raising their 3 children, Arden, Elliott, and Gibson. The Fuquas have participated in Sky Ranch summer camp in Van every summer since 2009, and are excited to return to Family Camp for the 5th year!
Session 3 - Meadows
June 8-14
HOSTS WILL BE ANNOUNCED SOON!
Session 4 – Lodge
June 15-21
Danny & Kara Loeffelholz
Danny comes from the state of Oklahoma where he began his work in ministry before moving to East Texas to work in camping and eventually pastoring at Grace Community Church in Tyler, TX. He has a Master of Arts and Ph.D. in Pulpit Communication and Expository Preaching from Trinity Theological Seminary. Danny has used this in both the camping world and the Church environment. He began his time at Sky Ranch as a camper dad in 2017 and joined as Vice President of Ministry Programs in 2023. Danny and his wife, Kara, are the parents of three boys, Eli, Nate, and Thadd. In his free time, Danny first and foremost enjoys spending time with his family. He also enjoys being active by participating in marathons and coaching his boy’s sports teams!
Session 4 – Meadows
June 15-21
Lewis & Erin Pollard
Lewis and Erin Pollard have been happily married for over 20 years and are proud parents to six wonderful children: Isaac, Karis, Elijah, Ellee, Samuel, and Korbyn. Since August 2015, Lewis has served as the Campus Pastor at Grace Community Church in Lindale, where he cherishes the opportunity to shepherd and collaborate with the dedicated staff at Sky Ranch-Van. For the past six summers, he has also enjoyed leading Community Groups for Sky Ranch counselors. Their children have attended camp for the last seven years, and each summer has been filled with unforgettable experiences.
Session 5 - Lodge
June 22-28
Eric & Cassie Bryant
Eric and Cassie Bryant have been married for 17 years and have three daughters. They have been doing ministry in Dallas for almost 20 years. Eric is a Licensed Biblical Counselor, an AP History Teacher, and leads in the worship ministry at Northway Church in Dallas. Cassie is the Lead NextGen Minister at our church and a co-host on the Family Discipleship Podcast. They welcome adventure at every turn and equally love a quiet night of board games at home. The Bryant family is honored to come host a week of Family Camp at Horn Creek, and they cannot wait to meet you!
Session 5 - Meadows
June 22-28
Matt & Jamie Boswell
Matt Boswell joyfully serves as pastor of The Trails Church in Celina, Texas. He is a Native Texan who has been involved in church planting and pastoral ministry since 1998. Matt is also an author, hymnwriter, founder of Doxology and Theology, and Assistant Professor of Church Music at Southern Seminary. He and his wife, Jamie, are the proud parents of four children- Caden, Avery, Addison, and Cannon. Boswell earned advanced degrees from The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, including a PhD in Christian Worship. He and Jamie are excited to return to Sky Ranch for another summer!
Session 6 – Lodge
June 29-July 5
Jason & Jennifer Bankhead
Jason Bankhead serves as the Family Pastor at The Avenue Church in Waxahachie, TX. According to Outreach Magazine, The Avenue Church has been one of the 100 fastest-growing churches in America. Jason graduated from Howard Payne University and received his master’s degree from Southwestern Seminary. He met his wife, Jennifer, on a blind date in 2002 and they now have 3 kids: Julia, Johnathan, & Jacob. They can usually be found at a ball field or volleyball court cheering on Julia and Johnathan, but more likely chasing Jacob! Over the last 22 years, Jason has been privileged to serve in many capacities in the Church before becoming the Family Pastor at The Avenue Church. He is passionate about seeing families thrive and wants to equip parents to raise their children to “love the Lord with all of their heart, soul, and strength.” This is one of the reasons Jason is excited about the ministry Sky Ranch offers through Family Camp and other family ministry opportunities. Jason and his family are honored to be able to spend a week in the mountains getting to know other families on the same journey. They hope to meet you this Summer!
Session 6 – Meadows
June 29-July 5
Weyland & Emily Glenn
Weyland and Emily Glenn have been married since 2001 and have four children: Tausten, Harper, Chapel, and Hudson. The Glenns live in Frisco, TX, and belong to Providence Church, where Weyland serves as the Executive Pastor. Emily is a dedicated mother and a gifted biblical counselor. They love traveling, eating out, and playing cards! Before joining Providence Church, Weyland spent seven years working in the corporate worlds of finance and Human Resources. Immediately after college, Weyland served as a Regional Director for K-Life Ministries from 2001-2008. Weyland earned a BA in Finance from Texas A&M University and an MA in Leadership from The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary.
Session 7 – Lodge
July 6-12
Jamin & Carrie Roller
Jamin and Carrie Roller have been married since 2008 and have three children: Asher, Adalyn, and Ayla. The Rollers belong to Citizens Church in Plano, TX where Jamin serves as Lead Pastor. Citizens is a former campus of The Village Church that Jamin helped plant and lead to becoming an autonomous church. The Rollers love Jesus, the local church, spending time as a family, and cheering for Dallas sports teams. Jamin and Carrie are excited to join the wonderful ministry of Sky Ranch for another week of Family Camp.
Session 7 - Meadows
July 6-12
Carter & Julie Morris
Carter and Julie are excited to host a week of Family Camp this summer! They have been married for 16 years and are blessed to have three children - Lily, Kyndall, and Wyatt. Family Camp has been a highlight for them over the past three years and they are looking forward to helping other families have a great camp experience. Carter has served in various ministry roles after moving to Texas from Tennessee in 2001 to attend Southwestern Seminary. He serves as the President/CEO of the Master Cares Foundation which oversees Grace Bridge Food Bank and The Master Cares - Africa. He and Julie helped establish the work of these ministries in 2011, and together as a family has had the opportunity to serve families in need by providing the basic necessities of life and creating opportunities for families to provide for themselves while learning about the depth of God's love for them.
Session 8 - Lodge
July 13-19
Rope & Candice Myers
Rope Myers is the 2001 World Champion Steer Wrestler and a nine-time National Finals Rodeo qualifier. He earned a gold medal at the 2002 Olympic Command Performance Rodeo in Salt Lake City, during the Winter Games, and was featured on History Channel's Full Metal Jousting, a competitive reality television show. Rope and his wife, Candice, began their relationship with Sky Ranch in 2004 when they were called to the ministry to evaluate and expand the horse and rodeo program. Candice’s background includes experience in television news, commercial production, freelance writing, and customer service. A seasoned speaker, singer, and songwriter, she has been involved in full-time ministry work for over 20 years. Born and raised in the central Midwest, the former Miss Kansas has a passion for authentic and transparent ministry and a heart for moms who are navigating their children through today’s rapidly changing culture. Candice now serves as the Vice President of Sales and Marketing and Rope serves as Director of Champions Rodeo at Sky Ranch. The pair live in East Texas and are the parents of four children.
Session 8 - Meadows
July 13-19
Chris & Hillary Kouba
Chris Kouba serves as the Lead Pastor at United City Church located located in Houston, Texas, his hometown. Before United City Church, he served for 17 years at one of the largest churches in the country, Prestonwood Baptist Church. Chris is a proud graduate of Baylor University, where he met his wife, Hillary. He received his master's degree from Dallas Theological Seminary and his doctorate from Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. In addition to his educational achievements, Chris is most proud of his role as a father to Katelyn, Mackenzie, Hudson, and Griffin. He is passionate about building the local church, strengthening family units, and serving Christ. He and Hillary feel right at home in the mountains and are excited to spend a week of encouragement and enrichment with fellow Sky Ranch families.
Session 9 – Lodge
July 20-26
Cole & Christy Hedgecock
God has blessed Dr. Cole Hedgecock with a unique ability to creatively communicate His Word in a way that is easy to understand, relate to, and apply to our daily lives. He has a passion for reaching people for Jesus, helping believers grow in their relationship with God, and equipping parents to become the primary spiritual developers of their children. Since 2014, Cole has served as the Pastor of FBC Rowlett. During his time in Rowlett, the church has almost tripled, and people from all ages and life stages have been transformed by the Good News of Jesus Christ. He received his Doctor of Ministry degree from Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary and has led parenting seminars in Texas and Oklahoma. Having attended Sky Ranch Horn Creek Family Camp with his family before, he and his wife, Christy, along with their four children (Chloe, Coleman, Clay, and Carly) are excited to host this summer!
Session 9 - Meadows
July 20-26
Brad & Lisa Clark
Brad and Lisa are excited to be hosting again this year. They consider it a highlight of their summer. Brad and Lisa are longtime members of Prestonwood Baptist Church where they have been in leadership for 40+ years. Brad has his own recruiting firm, Excellerate Sales. They are parents to Caroline and Camryn. Caroline and her husband, Brent, live in Norman, Oklahoma, and lead a ministry on the OU campus called Crossover. They have 4 boys, Revan, River, Bodie, and Bray. Camryn and her husband, Brett, live in Dallas and have 2 boys, Ezra and Miller, and a daughter, Austen. Lisa helped launch the SkyMoms Ministry in 2007 and is an author, speaker, and podcaster.
Session 10 – Lodge
July 27-August 2
Jason & Betsy Bradshaw
Jason and Betsy met while working at a summer camp in 2002 and have been loving marriage with each other for the last 16 years. They currently live in Fort Worth and have 5 kiddos (Jayden, Bay, Sawyer, Makayla, and Timmy), the youngest two were adopted through foster care. They worked together in Student Ministry with K-LIFE in Fort Worth for seven years and then Jason moved to be the Family Director of Watermark Fort Worth where he has been since 2014. The Bradshaw’s love camp and think it is an amazing opportunity to get away, have a blast, and focus on the things that matter most.
Session 10 - Meadows
July 27-August 2
HOSTS WILL BE ANNOUNCED SOON!
Session 11 – Lodge
August 3-9
Blair & Lauren Robinson
Blair Robinson is the Lead Pastor of the First Baptist Church of Irving, TX. Raised in the Dallas area, Blair is a graduate of Dallas Baptist University (B.S. in 2004; and M.Ed. in 2008) and Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary (M.A. in 2012; and D. Min. in 2019). He has previously served as the Discipleship Pastor of First Irving, and most recently as the Associate Pastor of Christ Covenant Church in Raleigh, N.C. His passion in ministry is to see the church consistently grow in grace as they delight in God. Blair and his wife Lauren have three children (Abel, Titus, and Abi Ruth), and they are so excited about the ministry and fellowship with Sky Ranch families this summer.
Session 11 - Meadows
August 3-9
Geared towards Adoptive and Foster families, but all families are welcome.
Ryan & Kayla North
Ryan and Kayla North have 6 children, 4 adopted from foster care. They spent 10 years as foster parents and have learned many of the things they share with families and churches in the trenches. They are co-founders of One Big Happy Home and are considered experts on childhood trauma. Together they have developed training materials and programs for churches, schools, and parents educating them on trauma and its impacts. Kayla is a Trauma-Competent Caregiver and the Executive Directory of Tapestry Family Ministry, a non-profit that supports and equips local churches and families with the tools and resources needed to help the families they serve. Ryan leads One Big Happy Home and serves as the President of Tapestry after leading Empowered to Connect for many years. They have trained and mentored hundreds of ministry leaders and trainers in the United States and Canada. They are both TBRI Practitioners and speak at churches, conferences, and retreats nationwide. You can hear them on The Empowered Parent Podcast and read their thoughts at OneBigHappyHome.com.