FAMILY CAMPS

Memorial Day Family Camp is the perfect way to kick off your summer with structured, family-focused fun at Seneca Hills. Enjoy a weekend packed with engaging activities, meaningful fellowship, and opportunities to grow closer as a family. From planned events to shared meals, everything is designed to help you connect, create lasting memories, and start the season on a high note. Let us take care of the details while you focus on making the most of your time together in the beautiful outdoors. 2025 Speaker: Jim Cossin - Jim Cossin grew up in Beaver Falls, PA, graduating from Geneva College in 1966. After serving as a Chaplain’s assistant in the US Army, he worked as a sales correspondent at Babcock and Wilcox Tubular Products in Beaver Falls. After graduating from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary in 1975, he served as pastor of Westfield Presbyterian Church in New Castle, PA until 1989. From 1989 to 2012, he served as the Executive Director of Seneca Hills Bible Conference. After 10 years in retirement, in 2024 he was appointed Stated Supply at Center Evangelical Presbyterian Church in Grove City, PA. Jim and Darlene had two sons, Jim, Jr and Shawn. Jim and Joyce were married in 2016 and currently divide their time between homes in Grove City, PA and Bowling Green, KY.

Labor Day Family Camp is your chance to slow down and savor time with your loved ones in the peaceful surroundings of Seneca Hills. With a relaxed schedule and plenty of flexibility, you can unwind, explore the outdoors, and make memories at your own pace. Whether you prefer hiking, enjoying camp facilities, or just sitting by a campfire, this weekend is designed for fun, rest, and quality time. Take advantage of our food service or cook your own meals — it’s a weekend built around what works best for your family! 2025 Speaker: Rev. Dr. Dave Smazik Dave was born and raised in the Chicago area and, to this day, remains a die-hard Chicago Cubs fan. He graduated from Hope College (MI), where he met his wife, Ann. After college, he received a Masters of Divinity from the University of Dubuque (IA) Seminary and continued his education with a Masters in Counseling Psychology from Slippery Rock University (PA) and a Doctorate of Ministry from Fuller Seminary (CA). Dave and Ann have two children, Matthew and Jennie (who vividly remember their crawfish captures in the Seneca Hills creek) and two grandsons. Dave was first introduced to Seneca Hills through Jack Armant, former camp manager, and served as Seneca Hills Conference Executive from 1982-1989. While in Franklin, he also assisted local Presbyterian churches and helped to start Venango Youth for Christ. Since then, he has served two congregations in Illinois and one in New Jersey. Prior to retirement, he held two transitional ministry positions and now does part-time church consulting while living back in the Chicago area near family. Dave and Ann enjoy their proximity to family, doing home projects and hiking, especially in Arizona.