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Christian Service Brigade serves to help the church equip men in their great calling to disciple our next generation. Ohio Valley Region, CSB Ministries is dedicated to encouraging and equipping men to disciple boys and young men to follow Christ, and to live with a biblical worldview. Join with us in this great calling!
The Ohio Valley Region has had a rich history with Christian Service Brigade. The Ohio Valley Region includes Ohio, northern Kentucky and western West Virginia.

Ohio Brigade Camp is where youth can enjoy the outdoors and many adventurous activities while learning more about God and His will for them. We are dedicated to providing a platform for the men of today to equip our next generation to be the godly leaders of tomorrow.


Available Camp Opportunities Include…

  • Camps for young men 7-12 grade
  • Camps for boys 3-6 grade
  • Father & Son camps with age appropriate programs for boys 1-12 grade
  • Father & Daughter camps with girls 2-11 grade
  • Leadership Training camp for young men ages 15-18

For more details see www.ohiobrigadecamp.org

 

The Ohio Valley Regional Council is comprised of a Board of Directors. Their primary purpose is to coordinate the efforts of CSB Ministries, Inc. in its ministry to the churches and men of Ohio.

The Ohio Valley CSB Regional Council meets on the 3rd Thursday of each month. If you are interested in more information, please email our Regional Director, Dale Kinkade, at dkinkade@csbministries.org

The Ohio Brigade Camp Committee oversees the planning and implementation of the Ohio Valley Region, CSB Ministries summer camping ministry held at Stony Glen Camp.

Former Area Representatives / Regional Directors

Carl Gunn

Charlie Stewart

Stan Hoyt

Lowell Gerber

Ben Walker

Bob Lathrop

Jamison Jenkins

Dale Kinkade
Regional Director

 

Ohio CSB Buzz

 

By Dale Kinkade

 

  • Exemplary Service through Ohio Brigade Camp
    by Ohio CSB Buzz on February 5, 2025 at 2:47 am

    We want to thank Dave Buncher for his exemplary service through Ohio Brigade Camp.This year we celebrate 80 years since Joe Coughlin and the young Frontiersmen of Christain Service Brigade started Brigade camp in Ohio. God has forged this ministry […]

  • New Tree Climbers Materials released: CHESS
    by Ohio CSB Buzz on January 27, 2025 at 10:05 pm

    Tree Climbers is designed for dads or other mentors of first and second grade boys. As you may know, I have been leading the redevelopment of these materials. CHESS, the second installment of the new Tree Climbers Guild materials is now […]

  • 2025 Ohio Battalion Klondike Derby
    by Ohio CSB Buzz on January 27, 2025 at 9:03 pm

    The 2025 Ohio Klondike Derby is in the books. Snow turned to cold rain but couldn't take away the snowpack or dampen the spirits of the participants.It was great to have Cross of Hope Church (Parma Heights Baptist) back after more than a decade to […]

 

Training 

BECAUSE DISCIPLESHIP MATTERS

Being equipped with fresh materials and relevant ministry approaches is essential for effective Brigade leadership.

 

MISSION AND VISIONING

Understanding why we do what we do is fundamental for any Brigade group. In Christian Service Brigade, our mission is to build godly men of today and tomorrow. We aim to see all generations of men engaging in discipleship within their church and surrounding community.

HOW IT WORKS

Brigade has a lot to offer your church and community. We are committed to providing quality tools and materials that will assist your men to disciple boys and young men in a way that is relevant. Our ministry offerings are flexible and comprehensive to meet your specific needs.

 

LEADERSHIP SKILLS 

Take your Brigade group to new heights by gaining additional leadership skills. Training topics include: Leading a Boy to Christ, Storytelling, Great Games: More than Dodgeball, Dealing With Troubled Guys and many more.

TRAINING REQUEST FORM


    MISSION & VISIONINGHOW IT WORKSLEADERSHIP SKILLS

    Events

    FIND LOCAL ACTIVITIES

    Ohio Valley Region CSB Ministries sponsors these great events to bring Brigade leaders and units in the region together to enhance their ministry – Action – Community – Discipleship.

     

    Ohio Brigade Camp

    June 8 - July 2

    Resources

    FIND THE TOOLS YOU NEED

    Contact

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