A SACRIFICIAL BEGINNING

“The initial funds that led to the building of this TEXOMA BAPTIST BIBLE YOUTH CAMP were derived from the sale of this house that was donated by Mrs. Pearl Russell of Paris, TX. Shown receiving the deed to the house from Mrs. Russell are Rev. Loys Vess, pastor of the Central Baptist Church, Denton, Rev. Lestor Singleton, pastor of the Ramseur Baptist Church, Paris, TX and Rev. Wayne Imboden, pastor of the Southside Baptist Church, Denison, TX. This house was donated in 1953 when these men were pastors of these churches.”

A TREASURED HERITAGE

Since 1953, Lake Texoma Baptist Youth Camp has served as a place where God has worked in powerful and lasting ways. Located on the border of Texas and Oklahoma, in the American Southwest, the camp has welcomed generations of young people, families, pastors, and churches for seasons of preaching, fellowship, and spiritual growth.

Through the years, thousands of lives have been changed, countless souls have been saved, and many have surrendered their lives to follow God’s will. What began as a burden for reaching young people has become a treasured ministry with a lasting heritage. As Lake Texoma Baptist Youth Camp continues forward, its purpose remains the same: to point hearts to Christ and encourage another generation to serve Him faithfully.

THE RECENT PAST

In the fall of 2009, the Temple Baptist Church in Powell, Tennessee assumed ownership of the property under the direction of Pastor Clarence Sexton. 

For 17 years it continued to serve the American Southwest by preaching the gospel and reaching young people for the glory of the Lord.

A BRIGHT FUTURE

In the Summer of 2026, NorthSide Baptist Church assumed stewardship of Lake Texoma Baptist Youth Camp from The Crown College. 

NorthSide believes God has called them to continue His mission at Lake Texoma Baptist Youth Camp by pointing people to Christ, encouraging another generation to serve God faithfully with their whole life, and training God's people to be profitable in His service.