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Meet Our Team

Visit Miracle Ranch and meet our team whose dedication and passion enhance your experience, ensuring an unforgettable retreat for all campers.

Miracle Ranch Staff

Dedicated to fostering a warm and fulfilling atmosphere for every guest, our team works tirelessly to ensure that each visit to Miracle Ranch is an exceptional journey, brimming with treasured memories and profound experiences.

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Erik Henrikson

Executive Director of Camps
Erik has been part of the CRISTA Camps leadership team since 2011. He lives out his passion to share the love of Jesus every day at Miracle Ranch. After many years in leadership, he continues to learn how to “go and make disciples.”  

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John Sharrett

Security Manager/ Leadership Counselor
John has been with CRISTA Camps since 2013 and is blessed to serve with gifted people who love Jesus and make disciples. John’s primary focus is safeguarding camp resources, assets, staff, and guests while coaching and encouraging others.

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Steven Kagey

Operations Director
As Operations Director, Steven oversees a wide range of responsibilities, from facilities management to food service and housekeeping. He has a deep-seated passion for staff leadership development, facilitating campers' and guests' journey toward establishing a relationship with Jesus.

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Kingsley Powell

Program and Intern Director

As the Program and Intern Director at Miracle Ranch, Kingsley creates meaningful, faith-centered experiences that leave a lasting impact on campers' lives. Kingsley mentors and guides interns, helping them grow both personally and professionally while navigating their spiritual journeys. His passion for leadership and dedication to the CRISTA Camps mission and values are at the heart of everything he does.

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Brittny Juntunen

Registrar

As the registrar, Brittny oversees the admin side of camp and helps families register for camp. It is her joy and privilege to be a part of the amazing team at Miracle Ranch and looks forward to seeing all that the Lord will do in this community in the future.

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Amy Hammontree

Guest Group Services

Amy plays a pivotal role in orchestrating the logistics for guest groups at Camp. She finds immense joy in witnessing how Miracle Ranch serves as a conduit for campers to connect with each other and experience personal growth through their interactions with God.

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Katy Erickson

Horsemanship Director

Katy began working as summer staff at Miracle Ranch in 2009 and never left. She is passionate about using horses to point others to Christ and help them grow. 

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Lynnea Higginson

Food Service Director

For the past 16 years, Lynnea has committed herself to serving at CRISTA Dining Services, enjoying the sincere hospitality of preparing meals for others. Her outstanding leadership has given Miracle Ranch a remarkable reputation for its superb culinary offerings!

“It’s so much fun working at a camp and being around all of the campers and getting to share Jesus with them.”
— Tara