WorldSong Retreat
July 31 – August 4
contact information
Camp Director: Julia Bolin
Email: ck7@lifeway.com
Phone: 615-657-9257
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Camp Pastor
James Jackson
James (“Old Guy”) Jackson has been the lead pastor of Glynwood Baptist Church in Prattville, Alabama since 2017. Prior to moving to Prattville, he worked at LifeWay, and was part of the team that first dreamed up CentriKid way back in 1998. He has served as a CentriKid pastor since 2013. James and his wife Trish have two adult sons and one grandson, in addition to two cats and an extremely hyper Labradoodle.
Worship Leader
Lauren Thomas
Hey, I’m Lauren! I am the Worship Leader at Church of the Harvest in Olive Branch, MS. I started leading worship at age 15 and fell in love with seeing how God touched lives through worship. I went on to get my B.A. in Modern Music with an emphasis on Worship Leading. I love traveling and meeting people from all different cultures and backgrounds. I love experiencing and embracing all that God has created. I have a huge heart for kids and am very passionate about investing in the next generation. I believe that there is so much we can learn from one another and I love having the opportunity to serve within God’s Kingdom. Can’t wait to meet you!
about the campus
Located in Cook Springs, AL WorldSong Retreat Center is situated about 30 minutes East of Birmingham. The beautiful grounds have a variety of recreational activities that span over their 618 acres.
The campus features recreational activities such as, gaga ball, tetherball, canoeing, low/high ropes course, hiking trails and a pool.
There are plenty of comfortable seating areas tucked all around campus, which provide the perfect spaces to hang out and have fun!
in case of inclement weather
We communicate with Group Leaders on-site when inclement weather is approaching, and our staff have plans in place to keep the fun going safely indoors.
The large Chapel (auditorium) and Dining room can be used as multipurpose spaces if needed. Your Camp Director will keep you updated on everything you need to know when conditions like these arise at camp.
camper mail address
Camper Name / Church Name
Attn: CentriKid Camps
WorldSong Missions Place
PO Box 433
Pell City, AL 35125
housing information
Campers will be housed in dormitories. These are bunkhouse-style housing, with about 12-20 beds per room and shared baths. Each dormitory has an adult room. There is also a laundry room available on site.
Sheets and towels are NOT provided. Plan to bring bedding for twin beds. Sleeping bags also work great at camp.
For more information about the facilities at WorldSong Retreat, check out https://www.worldsongretreat.org/planyourvisit
Specific housing assignments will be determined when we have received a participant list for each church attending camp for the week.
close to camp
- Bucee’s – 15 min
- McDonald’s – 8 min
- CFA – 11 min
- Walmart – 10 min
- Urgent Care – 11 min
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MICHEAL WALLEY
TIFFANY FRANCIS
JEREMY ECHOLS
Zach and Drew met in college at Southeastern Oklahoma State University in Durant, OK. They started to lead worship at the BCM on campus in 2012 and have led on and off since. Zach is married to his wife 
Austin Miller Band is a group based out of the Carolinas that formed in 2018. Known for their high energy, and passion, AMB constantly seeks to point others to Christ through their music and lives. Seeking to tear down the divide that seems to have been made between the stage and the seats, AMB can be found all over camp with students and their leaders. They want to get to know you, your story, and what God is doing in your life. 
Jonathan & Emily can’t wait to start their 7th summer with 
Eryn Riley is a student at Ouachita Baptist University in Arkadelphia, Arkansas majoring in Vocal Music Education. This is her second official year with CentriKid, and she is thankful for the opportunity to lead out in worship (one of the best parts of camp)! CentriKid has quickly become one of her favorite things, and she is so excited for this summer!
Matt is a worship pastor / leader currently residing in Hernando MS. He has spent the past 16 years traveling and leading across the country, while also serving for the past decade as one of the founding pastors and worship leader of Eastpoint Church in Lewisburg, MS. His desire is for people to realize and walk in their God given calling of glorifying The Father through individual & corporate worship
Dr. Shane Garrison is Professor of Educational Ministries at Campbellsville University School of Theology. Shane has served with CentriKid for ten years as a camp pastor and on the content creation team. He is married to Jennifer and they have two teenage sons.