About Us
Lake Denton Camp is a ministry of Lake Denton Management, Inc. LDMI is a group of men and women committed to sharing the gospel and touching lives through God's love.
History
The camp was donated to the Orange Blossom Baptist Association in various sections over the 1940's and has remained a camp/retreat center since that time. Through the years the camp has seen thousands of different campers and many different changes. Back in the day the camp had screen hatch windows, small bathrooms, no air conditioning, and many little creatures who would come and visit.
In the 1990's the camp added air conditioning units to all of the cabins and a girls bathroom with 6 showers and 6 stalls. Glass windows were added to all of the cabins.
In 2004, Lake Denton Management, Inc. took over the camp facilities and has since then added a basketball court, a central air unit to the chapel, remodeled the Coker house, added a 100 ft slip'n'slide, and is continuing to add and improve the facilities for all those who come.
Our recent projects have been building a new bathroom to replace the boys' bathroom, and giving the main building a new face lift by tiling the side rooms, changing the bathrooms, replacing the windows, and repainting. All of this has been possible because of those who faithfully donate their time, their prayers, and have financially supported our many different projects. A special thanks goes to the Tennessee Campers on Mission who have come every year to help make all of these changes possible.
Who We Are
Camp Director
Philip Elders
Philip Elders has been working with children and youth for more than 31 years. He worked at Family Christian Radio until God called him into the camp ministry in 2004. He is most passionate about seeing others come to know God and the saving grace of Jesus Christ. He loves to spend time his family and playing his guitar. He has been happily married to his wife, Pam, for over 31 years and has two beautiful daughters, Diana, 24, and Sarah, 22.
Camp Administrator
Pam Elders
Pam Elders has been working with children and youth for about 35 years. She was an accountant by trade until she became visually impaired. She is now working full time for the camp doing all of the administrative work. She is passionate about showing God's love to every person no matter the age. She also loves to spend time with her daughters and absolutely loves meeting new people and forming new relationships.
Ministry Coordinator
Diana Elders
Diana Elders has graduated from the University of Central Florida with a bachelors degree in Early Childhood education. She has been working with students for the past 11 years. She is most passionate about prayer and seeing God's people becoming pure and spotless. She loves to spend time with her friends and going to the beach.
Staff Manager
Cierra Farabee
Cierra Farabee is a recent graduate of Avon Park. She is currently attending classes at the local community college. Cierra loves going on missions trips and is passionate about seeing God's love spread throughout the entire world. She enjoys spending time with her friends, reading, and swimming.
