Some people come to Redwood Christian Park for a weekend. Others spend their whole lives here. For Sharon Fry, RCP has been more than a workplace or a camp, it has been the backdrop to her most meaningful memories and a place where she’s seen God move across generations.
Sharon first arrived at RCP as a 16-year-old, attending camp with her dad. In just a few days, her life changed as she rededicated her faith in Jesus.
A Lifetime of Ministry at Redwood Christian Park
Sharon grew up, got married, and unexpectedly found herself back at camp. Years later, a major storm in the area brought Sharon and her husband back to camp. Her father mentioned an opening in the maintenance department, and her husband took the job. That role became the doorway to their family’s long journey at camp, with Sharon and her husband serving side by side in different ways.
Sharon’s own journey at RCP spanned more than three decades, from her early days as a secretary in the office to shaping camp programming. Meanwhile, her husband faithfully cared for the grounds and facilities, making sure the camp was always ready for guests to experience rest and renewal. Together, they poured themselves into the ministry of RCP, their work leaving a lasting mark on the place and the people who came through its gates.
Watching Generations Return to Camp
But what stands out most to Sharon are the summers spent watching families return year after year. “Watching generation after generation after generation [come to camp] is probably my most beautiful memory,” she reflects. “Seeing kids grow up, then come back with their own children—it’s amazing to watch.”
To Sharon, RCP has always been sacred ground. “When you come in these gates, you feel the sacred space. The kids feel it. It’s a safe place. It’s a place where you can meet Jesus.”
As RCP celebrates its 75-year anniversary, Sharon’s hope is simple: that the impact continues. “I would hope that in 75 years, it would only continue to flourish and grow at God’s pace. What I hope is that people will continue to be impacted here.”
Her story is a reminder of why RCP matters. It’s not just a place to visit, it’s a place that shapes lives, carries legacies, and invites people to experience the peace only found in the Santa Cruz redwoods.